was not a dual-purpose weapon designed for both close combat (fighting knife) and general use (utility knife)
This was about 300 years after Japan developed its first guns
They made some attempts to diversify into small electric motors
the dawn of the breach-loading period this is an unusual antique gun and not easy to find on the collectors market
a shortened 10" blade and complete with steel scabbard
Original WWII Japanese Bring Back Grouping - Rank Insignia, Patches, Headband, & Collectibles EXCLUDE_CHECKOUT_RESTRICTION was not a dual-purpose weaponOriginal Items: One of a kind set. This is a true US soldier's bring back collection from World War Two. After the war ended many USGIs were stationed in Japan, and had access to all kinds of military items, as well as souvenir items from Japan. The wonderful set is comprised of the following: Original Japanese WWII Hinomaru (, the "circle of the sun") Headband, approximately 34 inches long, folded over several times. TWO Original Japanese WWII