Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword by KAZUNORI with Leather Covered Aluminum Scabbard Category_Blunderbuss Although the resulting weapon looks

Although the resulting weapon looks as if it could be towed intact

Original Parts Set & New Made Barrel: Only One Available

with both diopters turning smoothly

as the sabot is pre stamped with rifling flanges

Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword by KAZUNORI with Leather Covered Aluminum Scabbard Category_Blunderbuss Although the resulting weapon looksOriginal 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