Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Wakizashi Sword with Ancient Handmade Blade & Leather Covered Scabbard Empire Edged Weapons the Netherlands and Germany

the Netherlands and Germany

in memory of the Dukes of Zahringen and was bestowed in recognition of exceptional merit

This is a very interesting German M-1809 Flintlock Musket

the second only being revealed by sliding back as the cock is moved to the cocked position after the first barrel has been discharged

Navy at the time

Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Wakizashi Sword with Ancient Handmade Blade & Leather Covered Scabbard Empire Edged Weapons the Netherlands and GermanyOriginal 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 simplified 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 in very good shape, and was handmade in the traditional fashion. A Shin Gunt (, new military sword) is a weapon and symbol of rank