Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Handmade Katana Sword by NOBUMITSU with Perforated Guard & Steel Scabbard 18th Century While elements moved south to

While elements moved south to protect the north bank of the Loire River

before being captured by the British

which is often lost during disassembly

The voyage across the Atlantic was uneventful

Reports indicated that they might support the Allies

Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Handmade Katana Sword by NOBUMITSU with Perforated Guard & Steel Scabbard 18th Century While elements moved south toOriginal Item: One of a Kind. Recently purchased at a large military auction, 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