#309 • WWII Japanese Shin Gunto Katana

Part of 1st Annual Sportsman's Auction - Tan Gallery Part 2 (timed auction by K and B Auction)

High bid $776.00

Status: Sold

WWII Army Shin Gunto (Japanese Katana) with with a 27" contemporary traditionally-manufactured blade, green metal scabbard with wooden liner and single hanger and green handle wrap over ray skin with great patina graining on blade showing the layers of steel from production- unsigned on tang- marked "16" on tang and habaki. Tsuba is pierced with 4 chrysanthemum flowers (2 are golden and 2 are silver tone). Menuki is damaged. Has a ring topped pommel on its end. In good condition for age and use. Fittings are slightly loose. Items have not been authenticated by a third party. BP