Original Japanese WWII Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword by KANEYUKI with Steel Scabbard - Dated 1945 Japanese Ordnance still in the original paper

still in the original paper wrapping

Overall length: 11 5/8”

The scabbard lock appears to have been intentionally removed during the conversion process

It still does function

Original Japanese WWII Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword by KANEYUKI with Steel Scabbard - Dated 1945 Japanese Ordnance still in the original paperOriginal Item: One of a Kind. Recently purchased at a recent military auction, this is lovely 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 have been hand forged at arsenal. A Shin Gunt (, new military sword) is a weapon and symbol