Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Handmade Katana Sword by KANETAKA with Aluminum Scabbard & Tassel Martini-Henry Rifle there were at least five

there were at least five support squadrons to maintain its aircraft

The carbine still retains its original brass mount cross pins

which unfortunately are not spring steel

The shoulder boards are read with yellow embroidered as is the collar and cuffs

Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Handmade Katana Sword by KANETAKA with Aluminum Scabbard & Tassel Martini-Henry Rifle there were at least fiveOriginal Item: One of a Kind. ; Recently purchased at a large 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