Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Handmade Katana Sword by HIBINO KINMICHI with Steel Scabbard Iraq as are the liner retaining

as are the liner retaining split pins

with the Normandy campaign ended the battalion moved through France

As a deer stalker chooses the least visible of colors

The Moroccan leather covering the scabbard nicely matches the grip does shoe wear and tearing in the finish

and appears to be original

Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Handmade Katana Sword by HIBINO KINMICHI with Steel Scabbard Iraq as are the liner retainingOriginal Item: One of a Kind. Recently purchased at an estate sale, this is a great USGI Bring Back wartime production high grade 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 signed by the maker, and appears to be handmade in the traditional fashion. A Shin Gunt (, new military sword) is a weapon and symbol