18. 元日本陸軍98式軍刀、模造刃、レザーケース付き

Former Imperial Japanese Army Type 98 Military Sword Imitation Blade with Field Scabbard Leather Cover and Sword Bag

This is a Type 98 military sword mount worn and actually used by officers of the former Imperial Japanese Army. The blade is an imitation (made of zinc alloy) without a cutting edge, intended for display only and not capable of cutting. The surface of the blade shows some dullness and scratches due to long-term storage, but there are no major chips, rust, or damage. Both sides feature a triple cherry blossom menuki, and the handle is made of ray skin, wrapped with brown handle cord at the base, maintaining an undamaged overall appearance. The tsuba has one piece and two small seppa above and below, with no looseness. The scabbard shows no damage within visible range, though some parts exhibit damage and aging. The locking mechanism operates normally, allowing smooth insertion and removal, and the overall condition is good. Total length is 100 cm, weight is 1250 g. As it is an antique, there may be scratches, stains, rust, dents, peeling, fading, and dust adhering in fine areas.