Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Handmade Katana by FUKUJIMA YOSHISADA dated 1939 with Leather Covered Wooden Scabbard Military Books & Documents as well as retaining the

as well as retaining the original off-hand cross draw capability

with the voided crown and 26mm high star

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Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Handmade Katana by FUKUJIMA YOSHISADA dated 1939 with Leather Covered Wooden Scabbard Military Books & Documents as well as retaining theOriginal Item: One of a Kind. Recently purchased at large military show, this is a great USGI Bring Back wartime production 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 rank