Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword with Handmade Blade & Rare Aluminum Scabbard Category_Blunderbuss and are fitted with the

and are fitted with the 1st pattern belt hook

After three days of maneuvers

with some areas of staining due to age

Correct short pattern includes a ladder back sight with the brass fittings

Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword with Handmade Blade & Rare Aluminum Scabbard Category_Blunderbuss and are fitted with theOriginal Item: One of a Kind. Recently purchased at a large military auction, this is a great USGI Bring Back Japanese officer Katana in the Type 98 Shin Gunto ( kyhachi shiki gunt) setting. These type of fittings (koshirae) are slightly simplified compared to the earlier Type 94. The blade tang is in very good shape, and was handmade in the traditional fashion. A Shin Gunt (, new military sword) is a weapon and symbol of rank used by the Imperial