A class of swords from Japan that is adapted from yet different from the katana.
Supplied during WWII to officers, they are an icon of leadership.
The type 98 succeeded the Type 94 and was one of the last models seen before the end of the war.
Forged with 1060 high carbon steel, fully sharpened and assembled with various metal fittings.
Specifications
Overall: 102cm
Blade Length: 73cm
Blade Steel: 1060 Carbon, Full Tang
Handle: 29cm
Hamon: Yes - Imitation
Bo-hi?: None
Sharpened?: Yes
Ray-skin: Genuine
Ito & Sageo: Cotton
Overall Weight: 1900g
Blade Weight: 1100g
*Display stand not included.