Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword by HATTORI MASAHIRO with Steel Scabbard and Tassel Receivers The lining is the lushest

The lining is the lushest curly bright white lamb’s wool that we have seen in these gloves

The serial number on this example is 2114

The ivy leaf came from the Roman numerals for four (IV) and signified their motto "Steadfast and Loyal"

and does not have a break away front

stamping on the ricasso

Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword by HATTORI MASAHIRO with Steel Scabbard and Tassel Receivers The lining is the lushestOriginal Item: Only One Available. Purchased directly from a collector, this is a very nice 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, along with other markings. A Shin Gunt (, new military sword) is a weapon and symbol of rank used by the Imperial Japanese