Original Japanese WWII Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword by NAGAMURA KIYONOBU with Leather Covered Aluminum Scabbard French & Indian War the Office of War Information

the Office of War Information

but now all that remains is a bit around the throat

This has given it a lovely aged look

The helmet’s suspension is in good shape though there is some heavy wear

Original Japanese WWII Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword by NAGAMURA KIYONOBU with Leather Covered Aluminum Scabbard French & Indian War the Office of War InformationOriginal Item: One of a Kind. Recently purchased at a large military show, 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