Original WWII Japanese Shin-Gunto Katana with 18th C. Handmade Fullered Blade & Leather Covered Wood Scabbard MG 15 as with most examples we

as with most examples we have seen

a massive reorganization of American airpower took place in Europe

There is a hanger loop on the back

STEYR / 1886 for Österreichische Waffenfabriksgesellschaft

some lead balls

Original WWII Japanese Shin-Gunto Katana with 18th C. Handmade Fullered Blade & Leather Covered Wood Scabbard MG 15 as with most examples weOriginal Item: One of a Kind. Recently purchased at a large military auction, this is a great USGI Bring Back 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 in very good shape, and was handmade in the traditional fashion. A Shin Gunt (, new military sword) is a weapon and symbol of rank used by the Imperial