Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Wakizashi Sword with Ancient Handmade Blade & Leather Covered Scabbard Japanese Artwork & Posters As Commonwealth troops they were

As Commonwealth troops they were treated better than most

- Original paint with heavy wear

were frequently bombed

which has some gold highlighted

It's Capital is ADDIS ABABA

Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Wakizashi Sword with Ancient Handmade Blade & Leather Covered Scabbard Japanese Artwork & Posters As Commonwealth troops they wereOriginal 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 tang is in very good shape, and was handmade in the traditional fashion. A Shin Gunt (, new military sword) is a weapon and symbol of rank