WWII Japanese Shin Gunto Sword Damascus Steel Straight Blade with Natural Hardwood Saya
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- Damascus steel blade with a straight double-edged profile and visible folded-layer patterning along the surface, finished to a bright chrome-like polish.
- Full tang construction with a natural hardwood tsuka wrapped in brown cord, secured by bronze-tone alloy fittings including a decorative kashira at the pommel.
- Octagonal bronze tsuba hand-cast with chrysanthemum relief carvings, a classic motif drawn directly from WWII-era Japanese military officer sword tradition.
- Natural hardwood saya in warm rosewood brown tones, fitted with bronze-finish metal kojiri and sageo retention rings for a period-accurate presentation.
- Overall length 41 inches, shipping weight 5 lb - sized and balanced as a faithful replica of the Type 98 Shin Gunto carried by Imperial Japanese Army officers.
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Product Details
The blade on this Shin Gunto replica is forged from damascus steel using a folded multi-layer technique that produces the characteristic layered grain visible along the flat of the sword. The straight, double-edged profile diverges from the curved katana silhouette and mirrors the practical geometry favored in Type 98 officer swords of the WWII era. The finished surface carries a bright, chrome-tone polish that catches light cleanly along the edge and spine.
The handle is built around a full tang core, giving the piece the structural integrity expected of a serious replica. The natural hardwood tsuka is wrapped in brown cord in a traditional pattern, and bronze-tone alloy fittings - including a sculpted kashira at the pommel cap - tie the handle visually to the overall warm-toned color palette of the piece.
The tsuba is one of the standout details: an octagonal bronze-finish guard hand-cast with chrysanthemum blossom relief across its face. The chrysanthemum is a deeply embedded motif in Japanese imperial symbolism, and its presence here grounds the sword firmly in its historical reference. The metal tone is an aged bronze rather than bright gold, which reads as appropriately muted and period-correct.
The saya is crafted from natural hardwood with a warm rosewood-brown finish, fitted with matching bronze-tone metal rings and a shaped kojiri end cap. The overall color harmony between the saya, tsuka wrap, and bronze fittings gives the piece a coherent, unified aesthetic. If you are exploring other pieces in this style, the Military Sword collection offers additional historically referenced options.
At 41 inches overall length and 4 lb, this replica is a substantial display piece. Packaged at 43 x 4 x 4 inches and 5 lb shipping weight, it arrives ready for wall mounting or case display. For collectors drawn to the broader Chinese straight-sword lineage that influenced this style, the Taiji Sword collection provides related reference points.
- Damascus steel blade with a straight double-edged profile and visible folded-layer patterning along the surface, finished to a bright chrome-like polish.
- Full tang construction with a natural hardwood tsuka wrapped in brown cord, secured by bronze-tone alloy fittings including a decorative kashira at the pommel.
- Octagonal bronze tsuba hand-cast with chrysanthemum relief carvings, a classic motif drawn directly from WWII-era Japanese military officer sword tradition.
- Natural hardwood saya in warm rosewood brown tones, fitted with bronze-finish metal kojiri and sageo retention rings for a period-accurate presentation.
- Overall length 41 inches, shipping weight 5 lb - sized and balanced as a faithful replica of the Type 98 Shin Gunto carried by Imperial Japanese Army officers.
Specification
| Item Number | TK-JP-G10201 |
|---|---|
| Primary Color | Brown |
| Primary Material | Damascus Steel |
| Saya Color | Brown |
| Saya Material | Hardwood Natural |
| Tsuka Color | Brown |
| Nagasa Color | Chrome |
| Sageo Color | Brown |
| Tsuba Color | Bronze |
| Tsuba Theme | Chrysanthemum |
| Style | Shin Gunto |
| Ip Anime | Wwii Gunto |
| Dimensions | 41 Inches |
| Weight | 4.0 Pounds |
| Packing Size | 43 x 4 x 4 Inches |
| Shipping Weight | 5.0 Pounds |
