Japanese Type 98 Army Shin-Gunto

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Here's a good example of an worn officers sword. This one has a Exc++ blade with a nice distict temper line. The blade is bright and clean with a couple small nail catchers and one area less than 1cm that has a chip. Blade is seated through a multi-piece open tsuba with the tang secured with a bamboo peg. The military type hilt is typical officer quality. It is constructed of a wood base, covered in ray skin with the traditional 3 brass cherry blossoms all wrapped in original brown cloth tape with a twist. The kabuto-gane, (pommel) is copper/brass with an interesting family crest to reverse. The scabbard, (saya) is steel based with original painted surface. The ornate copper/brass ashi is in place for carrying. The entire scabbard body is dent-free. It does have wee scratches and marks from normal period wear. As is most often the case with these scabbards a spring clip retention system is employed. This works fine but there is some play. A good condition Japanese type 98 with a stunning blade.