I'm looking to buy a WW2 Japanese sword as a gift for my son. He's interested in history. My Grandfather brought one back from the war, but it went to a cousin.
My problem is I don't know much about them, other than what I've Googled. I'm not looking for a museum piece, but a nice representative sample. NCO sword would be fine. I'm willing to spend up to $500.
Any tips, pointers, advice?
Thanks.