Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Handmade Katana Sword named to Lt. Kondo Kenzo with Scabbard U.S. Helmets/Hats KASHGAR for the Dardenelles /

KASHGAR for the Dardenelles / Gallipoli Campain

and even has a maker mark on the back

as expected due to  age and use

also known as Prussian Saxony

Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Handmade Katana Sword named to Lt. Kondo Kenzo with Scabbard U.S. Helmets/Hats KASHGAR for the Dardenelles /Original Item: One of a Kind. Recently purchased at a military auction, 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