Original WWII Japanese Army Officer Katana Samurai Sword - Ancient Handmade Blade Japanese Helmets Using 100 barrels

Using 100 barrels

IMA was completely unaware of this review

the series contains footage shot by soldiers during the siege

Both the front and rear links have the same serial number

Original WWII Japanese Army Officer Katana Samurai Sword - Ancient Handmade Blade Japanese Helmets Using 100 barrelsOriginal Item: Only One Available. Purchased directly from a USMC veteran's family this is a very nice condition katana. The blade is old, we are told ancient, due to a few tell tale characteristics that are: Double hole tang. Holes in tang are punch not drilled Folded steel blade (fold lines are evident on the spine) Visible temper line ("hamon"). 29" blade length is longr than more modern WW2 versions. Offered in very good condition with only spots