Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword with Edo Period Blade by KANENAGA & Steel Scabbard The Pacific on HBO This was the greatest Naval

This was the greatest Naval loss of life in British waters at that time

The pommel is a cast of a perched American Eagle and holds one end of the double chains connected to the knuckle guard

albeit not a period correct one

green trousers and “barracks’ cover (Peaked Visor)

but instead of pouches for stripper clips

Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword with Edo Period Blade by KANENAGA & Steel Scabbard The Pacific on HBO This was the greatest NavalOriginal Item: One of a Kind. Recently purchased from a private collection, this is very interesting USGI Bring Back Japanese officer Katana in the "High Grade" 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 and symbol of