Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Handmade Katana Sword by KOJIMA KATSUMASA with Steel Scabbard Accessories The Imperial Russian Air Service

The Imperial Russian Air Service was an air force founded in 1912 for Imperial Russia

The roller-locked bolt assembly consists of a bolt head

The German WWII Belt Buckle was a basic addition to the Soldier or Officer’s uniform

Ironically this M-1866/74/80 was superseded in 1886 with the introduction of the 8mm Lebel rifle

Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Handmade Katana Sword by KOJIMA KATSUMASA with Steel Scabbard Accessories The Imperial Russian Air ServiceOriginal Item: One of a Kind. Recently purchased from a private collection, this is an excellent 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 be handmade in the traditional fashion. A Shin Gunt (, new military sword) is a weapon