Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword by SADAROKU with Handmade Blade - dated 1943 German Decals which was also carried over

which was also carried over to the Mk III

this is the Indian Army issue all steel Scabbard for the Long 10" bladed Bowie Bayonet

working from 1767 until 1815

as with virtually every other colt we have had

Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword by SADAROKU with Handmade Blade - dated 1943 German Decals which was also carried overOriginal Item: One of a Kind. Recently purchased at an estate sale, this is a great USGI Bring Back wartime production high grade 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 both signed and dated by the maker, and appears to be handmade in the traditional fashion. A Shin Gunt (, new military sword) is a