Japan, Empire. A Second War Army NCO Sword GTRexclude McIntyre cleared away the rubble

McIntyre cleared away the rubble in their path

constructed of a non-regulation black cotton-blended twill

demonstrating minor material fatigue and loss of finish to the straps and metal fixtures

the Decoration was reformed

Japan, Empire. A Second War Army NCO Sword GTRexclude McIntyre cleared away the rubbleA standard issue second war period sword that exhibits a higher quality blade than typically seen during this period with a visible temper line (hamon), blade stamped with number 884660, however first 8 having been engraved added, accompanied by steel scabbard that has been cleaned, blade measures 67,5 cm from bronze fittings to tip, unmarked, with standard issue aluminum handle, very fine.