Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Handmade Katana Sword by YOSHISHIGE with Scabbard - dated 1944 81mm Mortar Roll of Honor: two Medal

Roll of Honor: two Medal of Honor recipients

The other half of the case is unfortunately missing

The entire Group had known for days that the long awaited V-E Day was not far off

It does have wear to the plating and light oxidation

Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Handmade Katana Sword by YOSHISHIGE with Scabbard - dated 1944 81mm Mortar Roll of Honor: two MedalOriginal Item: One of a Kind. Recently purchased at an estate sale, 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 and symbol