Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Handmade Katana Sword dated 1942 by MASAYUKI with Leather Covered Steel Scabbard Category_MG 42 Ammo Storage and faced frequent attack by

and faced frequent attack by Japanese aircraft in night combat

as marked on the Octagonal 33 1/2"

plaited cord loop and trim

however it is missing all of the straps

Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Handmade Katana Sword dated 1942 by MASAYUKI with Leather Covered Steel Scabbard Category_MG 42 Ammo Storage and faced frequent attack byOriginal Item: One of a Kind. Recently purchased at 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 of