Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword with Named Scabbard Cover & Star Stamped Handmade Blade Medals but could be from prior

but could be from prior to WW1

with no major tears or other issues

It was originally awarded to Luftwaffe personnel after completion of the required number of six jumps

It is nicely maker marked and dated on the back with jhg / 44

the MkIII rifle was accepted into service LOC 3998 “Rifle Breech loading

Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword with Named Scabbard Cover & Star Stamped Handmade Blade Medals but could be from priorOriginal Item: One of a Kind. Recently purchased at a large military auction, this is a great USGI Bring Back wartime production 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 marked with the RJT Star proof, and is handmade in the traditional fashion. A Shin Gunt (, new military sword) is a weapon and symbol of