Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Handmade Katana Sword by NOBUMITSU with Perforated Guard & Steel Scabbard 18th Century Reports indicated that they might

Reports indicated that they might support the Allies

On the night of 24/25 May Warrant Officer Susumo Ito flew a "Glen" over Auckland from the Japanese submarine I-21

The helmet is adjustable and accommodates between a US 7 and 7 1/2

The voyage across the Atlantic was uneventful

Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Handmade Katana Sword by NOBUMITSU with Perforated Guard & Steel Scabbard 18th Century Reports indicated that they mightOriginal Item: One of a Kind. Recently purchased at a large military auction, 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