Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Handmade Katana Sword by KOJIMA KATSUMASA with Steel Scabbard Accessories It is nicely dated 1868

It is nicely dated 1868 (868) on the lock below a small Austrian Double-headed eagle proof

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Also included is a red book marked J-Feder 504

The barrel is held in the receiver by interrupted threads

Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Handmade Katana Sword by KOJIMA KATSUMASA with Steel Scabbard Accessories It is nicely dated 1868Original Item: One of a Kind. Recently purchased from a private collection, this is an excellent condition USGI Bring Back wartime production Japanese officer Katana in the Type 98 Shin Gunto ( kyhachi shiki gunt) setting. The Type 98 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