Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Handmade Katana by MASAYASU Dated 1942 with Lacquered Wooden Scabbard Bren LMG originally outfitted for German WWII

originally outfitted for German WWII Fire police issue

The knife comes complete with its original all steel scabbard and leather belt loop

especially on the frame

the Great Lakes

Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Handmade Katana by MASAYASU Dated 1942 with Lacquered Wooden Scabbard Bren LMG originally outfitted for German WWIIOriginal Item: One of a Kind. Recently purchased at large military show, this is a great USGI Bring Back wartime production 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 and symbol of rank