Original WWII Excellent Condition Japanese Army Type 95 NCO Katana Sword - Matched Serial 142961 Ancient This did not last long

This did not last long

the state fire marshal

from a fixed firing line to simulated tactical situations such as a squad live-fire exercise

and signs of cleaning to remove oxidation in the past

The grip is in good condition

Original WWII Excellent Condition Japanese Army Type 95 NCO Katana Sword - Matched Serial 142961 Ancient This did not last longOriginal Item: Only One Available. The end of WWII marked the beginning of the sword ownership ban in Japan. By law, Japanese citizens were forbidden to own swords. General McArthur did not want the general population to be able to arm again. Most soldiers and citizens surrendered their swords to the American occupying forces. The Americans destroyed a large number of swords by dumping them into the ocean or by melting them. But a small percentage