
Description
WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin Gunto
26.25" nagasa (blade length). 39.5" overall with tsuka (hilt) and saya (scabbard). Shinogi-zukuri blade with O-kissaki, Ihore mune, and a sugu (flat) hamon line. The nakago is signed with one mekuge pin hole but is missing mekuge pin. Mounts features standard spring catch. Tsuba is of the pierced pattern with four sakura (cherry blossoms) on each face. Standard brown grip tape over white rayskin wrap with two sakura pattern menuki.
This lot is located in Cincinnati.
Condition
Good to Very Good. Blade shows light pitting across surface with some small bites to the edge. Nakago is uncleaned. Mekuge pin is missing.
Buyer's Premium
27%
WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin Gunto
Estimate $400-$600
Starting Price
$200
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Arms, Armor & Militaria Online
Feb 20, 2026 11:50 AM ESTCincinnati, OH, United States
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