Original Japanese WWII Type 98 Shin-Gunto Wakizashi Sword with Edo Period Handmade Blade, Family Crest, and Textured Scabbard British Replica It is marked on the

It is marked on the base of the blade (ricasso) as follows:

The OB-1 and MB were intended to fly to where needed

This matches the number 七 六 (7 6) painted onto the tang and stamped on the end of the tsuka (handle)

The regiment was initially formed during World War II at Camp Toccoa

with full factory crossgrain and a needle-like tip

Original Japanese WWII Type 98 Shin-Gunto Wakizashi Sword with Edo Period Handmade Blade, Family Crest, and Textured Scabbard British Replica It is marked on theOriginal Item: One of a Kind. Recently purchased at a large military auction, this is a great USGI Bring Back Japanese officer Wakizashi Short Sword in a Type 98 Shin Gunto ( kyhachi shiki gunt) setting. These type of fittings (koshirae) are slightly simplified compared to the earlier Type 94. The blade is in very good shape, and was handmade in the traditional fashion. A Shin Gunt (, new military sword) is a weapon and symbol of rank used by the