Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Handmade Katana Sword by OSAWA KANEHISA with Leather Covered Scabbard Stencils The original rear sight for

The original rear sight for some reason was removed

including her captain

This is a near mint example

The 1st pattern of these knives by Camillus were not marked 'MARK 2' and also had a split washer attached pommel

However we can still make out the makers name of BERKSHIRE DELUXE

Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Handmade Katana Sword by OSAWA KANEHISA with Leather Covered Scabbard Stencils The original rear sight forOriginal Item: One of a Kind. Recently purchased at large military show, 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