Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword by KINMICHI with Scabbard - dated 1943 Japanese Army Krauss Publications 2002

Krauss Publications 2002

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Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword by KINMICHI with Scabbard - dated 1943 Japanese Army Krauss Publications 2002Original Item: One of a Kind. Recently purchased at a military show, 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