Probably made around late Muromachi judging from the characteristics of the blade, the swordsmith seems to belong to 宇多Uda school from 越中Ecchu (now Toyama Pref.), late Muromachi or early Edo period (17thCentury), good condition, with wooden scabbard and silk bag, private New York collection, 18 3/4 in. (47.6 cm) long (blade), 26 5/8 in. (67.6 cm) long (overall)