Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Handmade Katana Sword by HIBINO KINMICHI with Steel Scabbard German Artwork & Posters made by the Solingen-based firm

made by the Solingen-based firm of Weyersberg Kirschbaum & Cie

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Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Handmade Katana Sword by HIBINO KINMICHI with Steel Scabbard German Artwork & Posters made by the Solingen-based firmOriginal Item: One of a Kind. Recently purchased at an estate sale, this is a great USGI Bring Back wartime production high grade 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