Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword with Edo Period Blade by SHIGEKUNI & Steel Scabbard Restoration Materials this was definitely used on

this was definitely used on a larger vessel

The photos do not do this print justice

and would be awarded the Front Flying Clasp of the Luftwaffe in Gold and the German Cross in Gold

Marines supported by planes from Navy Observation Squadron 3 landed at the request of the Nicaraguan government

along with the original owner’s initials “H

Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword with Edo Period Blade by SHIGEKUNI & Steel Scabbard Restoration Materials this was definitely used onOriginal Item: One of a Kind. Recently purchased at a large military show, this is very interesting USGI Bring Back Japanese officer Katana in Type 98 Shin Gunto ( kyhachi shiki gunt) setting. The Type 98 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 of rank used by the