Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana with Ancient Handmade Blade & Leather Covered Wood Scabbard Empire Edged Weapons It's possible it was torn

It's possible it was torn off as well

was led by slaves with the highest status

The poster reads: PELELIU

the wood full stock carved in decorative form

1 engine was hacked clean off the wing and it was my impression we got hit in the radar room or bomb bay too)

Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana with Ancient Handmade Blade & Leather Covered Wood Scabbard Empire Edged Weapons It's possible it was tornOriginal 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