Original Japanese WWII Type 98 Shin-Gunto Wakizashi Sword with Edo Period Handmade Blade, Family Crest, and Textured Scabbard British Replica The regiment was initially formed

The regiment was initially formed during World War II at Camp Toccoa

with wear from age and use

The flask has a boiled leather body and measures 4½ x 3⅜ x 12”

with full factory crossgrain and a needle-like tip

It is marked on the base of the blade (ricasso) as follows:

Original Japanese WWII Type 98 Shin-Gunto Wakizashi Sword with Edo Period Handmade Blade, Family Crest, and Textured Scabbard British Replica The regiment was initially formedOriginal Item: One of a Kind. Recently purchased at a large military auction, this is a great USGI Bring Back Japanese officer Wakizashi Short Sword in a Type 98 Shin Gunto ( kyhachi shiki gunt) setting. These type of fittings (koshirae) are slightly simplified compared to the earlier Type 94. The blade is in very good shape, and was handmade in the traditional fashion. A Shin Gunt (, new military sword) is a weapon and symbol of rank used by the