I found a nice Japanese sword with decorative sheath that would look great on my wall. I don't have a piece of luggage with me that it would fit inside (to check)...just a 22" roller. The shop owner has no clue how to ship it. I suppose a very long fedex or UPS box would do, although I don't know if they have any this long.
I'm assuming TSA would not allow me to carry on a 4-ft long deadly object, since my nail clippers are already banned.

What to do?