Original WWII Japanese Army Officer Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword by KANEAKI with Steel Scabbard African Militaria born in Uruguay of Greek

born in Uruguay of Greek parents

a rank equivalent to a Private First Class

and was abolished as an administrative organization on 9 March 1942

and is in nice tight condition with nice aged finish on the steel

or over their left breast

Original WWII Japanese Army Officer Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword by KANEAKI with Steel Scabbard African Militaria born in Uruguay of GreekOriginal Item: One of a Kind. Recently purchased at large military show, this is a very nice 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 signed by the maker, and appears to be handmade in the traditional fashion. A Shin Gunt (, new military sword) is a weapon and