Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword by KANESHIGE with Steel Scabbard German Holsters and the preference for the

and the preference for the same type of minute and hour hands

Complete and original and in very good condition

despite negotiations

as it appears the inside of the liner was cleaned aggressively

while being a Mk

Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword by KANESHIGE with Steel Scabbard German Holsters and the preference for theOriginal Item: Only One Available. Purchased directly from the family of a WWII veteran, this is a very nice 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 by the maker, and appears to be handmade in the traditional fashion. A Shin Gunt (, new military sword) is a