Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Handmade Katana Sword by HIBINO KINMICHI with Steel Scabbard Iraq British and Canadian troops had

British and Canadian troops had intended to capture the town on D-Day

The blade bears what appears to be a maker's mark and is extremely sturdy

The designation "2 inch" refers to the mortar barrel

It also has a fabric label sewn onto the can carry strap indicating that it was issued to Meyer

as are the liner retaining split pins

Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Handmade Katana Sword by HIBINO KINMICHI with Steel Scabbard Iraq British and Canadian troops hadOriginal Item: One of a Kind. Recently purchased at an estate sale, 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 and symbol