Description
The second photo is the first photo in this progression style series
and the proofs are still clear
these are in very good to excellent condition
however the barrel tang date is unfortunately worn away
and otherwise has a nice gray patina from aged bluing
Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword by MASAYUKI with Leather Covered Scabbard Resin Guns and Grenades The second photo is theOriginal Item: One of a Kind. Recently purchased at a large military show, this is a very nice 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 it appears to be an arsenal forged stainless steel blade. A Shin Gunt (, new military sword) is a weapon and