Original WWII Japanese Army Officer Katana Samurai Sword - Signed Blade Japanese Helmets In the constant USAAF search

In the constant USAAF search for higher velocity the cartridge was also necked down to

Stamp on tank itself reads SPUN 6 45 meaning that tank was made in JUNE 1945 and issued for use on a B017 Flying Fortress Airplane

This extraordinary musket is fitted with two triggers and two locks

a cleaning rod can be inserted into the barrel from the muzzle to push the cartridge case out

established a defensive line between the beachhead and Valognes

Original WWII Japanese Army Officer Katana Samurai Sword - Signed Blade Japanese Helmets In the constant USAAF searchOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an excellent condition katana. It was made for a Japanese officer before WWII but is nicely signed by the blade maker. The blade is in nearly perfect condition with only a few very minor specs, it is still sharp and nick free. Blade length is 26. 5 and overall length 35. 75. Handmade blade, with one mounting hole in the squared off tang. Multiple temper lines visible. Nice brass tsuba (cross guard) with gold