Original WWII Japanese Army Officer Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword by NOBUKUNI with Steel Scabbard Percusion Muskets with the expected wear and

with the expected wear and dents from service

Percy started in the Royal Navy Air Service in 1914

This is an original Japanese Lacquered Jingasa head covering or helmet

It is made up of all manner of uniform insignia

Original WWII Japanese Army Officer Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword by NOBUKUNI with Steel Scabbard Percusion Muskets with the expected wear andOriginal Item: One of a Kind. Recently purchased at large military show, this is a very nice USGI Bring Back wartime production 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 of