Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword by KAZUNORI with Leather Covered Aluminum Scabbard Category_Blunderbuss The few we have tested

The few we have tested work but we have not tested all of them and will not promise that the one you receive will work

The top is stamped 42 dbk

In fact the only other example we are aware of is one located in the National WWII Museum in New Orleans

This was made for the M-1862 MERRILL NAVY RIFLE

A great way to add to your collection

Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword by KAZUNORI with Leather Covered Aluminum Scabbard Category_Blunderbuss The few we have testedOriginal Item: One of a Kind. Recently purchased at an estate sale, 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 used