Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Handmade Katana Sword by OKUMURA KANEMITSU with Scabbard & Tassel Spanish Artillery Measures approximately 1 3/4"W x

Measures approximately 1 3/4"W x 1 7/16"H

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Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Handmade Katana Sword by OKUMURA KANEMITSU with Scabbard & Tassel Spanish Artillery Measures approximately 1 3/4"W xOriginal 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 signed by the maker, and appears to be handmade in the traditional fashion. A Shin Gunt (, new military sword) is a weapon and symbol