Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword with Handmade Blade by YOSHINAO, Scabbard & Tassel British Field Gear with solid leather

with solid leather

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The Serial number on the lower receiver tang 214269B denotes year of manufacture as 1886

The single piece grip frame and barrel bears serial number of # 25 on the bottom of the grip

Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword with Handmade Blade by YOSHINAO, Scabbard & Tassel British Field Gear with solid leatherOriginal 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