Original WWII Japanese Type 94 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword with 18th Century Blade by HIDEKUNI & Field Grade Officer Tassel Ancient Imagery captured by one reconnaissance

Imagery captured by one reconnaissance flight over the enemy harbour of Pula played a major role in a larger aerial bombing raid by 70 Italian aircraft several days later

At the start of the war there was a severe shortage of serviceable rifles for training purposes

This helmet shell with chin strap

The German watch alone is valued over $500

5” telescope when fully drawn

Original WWII Japanese Type 94 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword with 18th Century Blade by HIDEKUNI & Field Grade Officer Tassel Ancient Imagery captured by one reconnaissanceOriginal Item: One of a Kind. Recently purchased from a private collector, this is a very nice USGI Bring Back high grade Japanese officer Katana in the Type 94 Shin Gunto ( kyyon shiki gunt) setting. A Shin Gunt (, new military sword) is a weapon and symbol of rank used by the Imperial Japanese Army between the years of 1935 and 1945. This is the earlier pattern used, with more ornate and complicated aspects compared to the later type 98 fittings.