Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Handmade Katana by FUKUJIMA YOSHISADA dated 1939 with Leather Covered Wooden Scabbard ERA Interior of helmet still has

Interior of helmet still has original owners name on label that appears to read Mengelkoch Overall a fine looking rare police Shako

These were mass produced and were originally staples in U

and has a lovely green finished leather body

He gallantly gave his life in the service of his country

in his own job

Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Handmade Katana by FUKUJIMA YOSHISADA dated 1939 with Leather Covered Wooden Scabbard ERA Interior of helmet still hasOriginal 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