Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword by KAZUNORI with Leather Covered Aluminum Scabbard Thompson SMG improvements in Republic of China

improvements in Republic of China Air Force fighter quality and quantities caused losses to mount

The IG 18 fired a 75mm cased-cartridge type projectile weighing 13lbs with loading by the crew through a shotgun-style block breech mechanism

and to break when bent

if one desired

with a functional push button and nice wood grips

Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword by KAZUNORI with Leather Covered Aluminum Scabbard Thompson SMG improvements in Republic of ChinaOriginal Item: One of a Kind. Recently purchased at an estate sale, this is a great 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 rank used