Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Handmade Katana Sword by OKUMURA KANEMITSU with Scabbard & Tassel British Antique Guns also found in the Blackburn

also found in the Blackburn Roc of the Royal Navy

Still in use by the time WW1 came in 1914 but was much outclassed by the Mauser and Enfield rifle systems introduced in the late 1890s

Unfortunately the entire lining is missing

The 92nd Regiment of Foot

so this example was definitely used

Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Handmade Katana Sword by OKUMURA KANEMITSU with Scabbard & Tassel British Antique Guns also found in the BlackburnOriginal 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