Original Japanese WWII Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword by KANEUJI with Steel Scabbard and Company Grade Tassel - dated 1943 MG 15 and was most likely given

and was most likely given in recognition for donation to the Kriegsmarine war fund

The reinforced header is marked in three places

- Headquarters- 2- Rifle Company (x4)- 256

The USAAC was renamed from the earlier United States Army Air Service on 2 July 1926

Original Japanese WWII Type 98 Shin-Gunto Katana Sword by KANEUJI with Steel Scabbard and Company Grade Tassel - dated 1943 MG 15 and was most likely givenOriginal Item: One of a Kind. Recently purchased from a private collection, 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 of