Original WWII Japanese Army Officer Type 98 Shin-Gunto Handmade Katana by TAKAMASA dated 1943 with Steel Scabbard WWI shorts and a knit tank

shorts and a knit tank top with a woven emblem specific to that organization

Near the muzzle there is more oxidation

The reverse of the blade is etched with the standard remembrance in two lines in the center

Shoulder to shoulder: 17"

Original WWII Japanese Army Officer Type 98 Shin-Gunto Handmade Katana by TAKAMASA dated 1943 with Steel Scabbard WWI shorts and a knit tankOriginal Item: One of a Kind. Recently purchased at large military show, this is a very nice USGI Bring Back wartime production Japanese Army 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