Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword by KAZUNORI with Leather Covered Aluminum Scabbard Military Audio This puts production of this

This puts production of this particular example right around the 1860s

We can find photos of them in just about every theatre of World War Two being worn by front line fighters

Operation was easy and the bolt remained in the cocked position after expending the 75 round double drum (also called a "saddle drum") magazine

There are no patches except for gold bullion overseas bars showing 7 bars indicating that he spent 3 ½ years overseas

and a crown over a cross

Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword by KAZUNORI with Leather Covered Aluminum Scabbard Military Audio This puts production of thisOriginal 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