Original Japanese WWII Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword by KANEYUKI with Steel Scabbard - Dated 1945 Category_MG 34 Barrel Jacket Assembly and the leather shoulder strap

and the leather shoulder strap is in nice condition as well

This banner has an overall “battle worn and torn” look to it

indicating a size 57 liner to fit a size 64 shell

The enameled water bottle is not dated

and are both marked STERLING on the back

Original Japanese WWII Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword by KANEYUKI with Steel Scabbard - Dated 1945 Category_MG 34 Barrel Jacket Assembly and the leather shoulder strapOriginal Item: One of a Kind. Recently purchased at a recent military auction, this is lovely condition USGI Bring Back wartime production Japanese officer Katana in the Type 98 Shin Gunto ( kyhachi shiki gunt) setting. The Type 98 fittings (koshirae) are slightly simplified compared to the earlier Type 94. The blade tang is signed by the maker, and appears to have been hand forged at arsenal. A Shin Gunt (, new military sword) is a weapon and symbol