Original Japanese WWII Type 98 Shin-Gunto Wakizashi Sword with Edo Period Handmade Blade by KANENORI, Capture Tag & Scabbard Vintage Signs the first we've ever had

the first we've ever had

Very tarnished and most impressive

and there is the expected water stains around the nozzle and wear and staining to the canvas

A good amount of the plating still remains

All in all a nice example of the very rare M1884/94 II Bayonet of WWI

Original Japanese WWII Type 98 Shin-Gunto Wakizashi Sword with Edo Period Handmade Blade by KANENORI, Capture Tag & Scabbard Vintage Signs the first we've ever hadOriginal Item: One of a Kind. Recently purchased at a large military auction, this is a great USGI Bring Back Japanese officer Wakizashi Short Sword in simplified 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