Original Japanese WWII Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword by KANEMASA with Leather Covered Wood Scabbard and Company Grade Tassel MG 34 Feed Assembly Scabbard Dimensions: 15 1/4” x

Scabbard Dimensions: 15 1/4” x 2 1/4”

Blade Length: 15 1/8"

restored and aged post war and ready to add to your collection and display

particularly related to grape farming

The reverse of the blade is etched with the seated king trademark positioned over the firm’s initials

Original Japanese WWII Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword by KANEMASA with Leather Covered Wood Scabbard and Company Grade Tassel MG 34 Feed Assembly Scabbard Dimensions: 15 1/4” xOriginal Item: One of a Kind. Recently purchased from a private collection, this is lovely condition USGI Bring Back wartime production Japanese officer Katana in the Type 98 Shin Gunto ( kyhachi shiki gunt) setting. The Type 98 fittings (koshirae) are slightly simplified compared to the earlier Type 94. The blade tang is signed by the maker, and appears to have been hand forged in the traditional manner. A Shin Gunt (, new military sword) is a weapon