Original Japanese WWII Type 98 Shin-Gunto Ō-Wakizashi Sword with Edo Period Blade by KUNIHIRO with "False Length" Steel Scabbard Stocks however captured weapons were often

however captured weapons were often returned for servicing and repairs

under the middle barrel band is a "duffle cut" through the stock

Most likely made utilizing mid 1700's Dutch -Germanic lock and barrel

began to zig-zag in columns through the landing ship area

000 feet were caught off guard

Original Japanese WWII Type 98 Shin-Gunto Ō-Wakizashi Sword with Edo Period Blade by KUNIHIRO with "False Length" Steel Scabbard Stocks however captured weapons were oftenOriginal Item: One of a Kind. Recently purchased at a large military auction, this is a great USGI Bring Back Japanese officer Wakizashi Short Sword in simplified Type 98 Shin Gunto ( kyhachi shiki gunt) setting. These type of fittings (koshirae) are slightly simplified compared to the earlier Type 94. The blade is in 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