World War II Japanese NCO Sword

Item Details

A World War II Japanese non-commissioned officer (NCO) shin-gunto sword. Featuring stainless steel construction and a solid aluminum grip, this sword was machine-manufactured near the end of World War II for a Japanese NCO. The diamond-pattern grip leads to a solid tsuba with a scabbard clasp; the long, slightly curved blade has an offset fuller and is stamped with the serial number 43824, and the Kanji character of its creator. The scabbard is of similar machine make and features a flared throat, a single suspension ring, and a flattened kojiri, or chape.

Condition

- rust to the scabbard; minor rust to the sword.

Dimensions

Item #

17CHI106-204