Lot 162
A JAPANESE SHIN GUNTO SHORTSWORD.
A WW11 Shin Gunto mounted Wakasashi with earlier blade, having two Mekugi Ana. A 21" blade with silver Habaki, contained in its leather covered wooden Saya. The original War Trophy Certificate made out to Major Dickens REME 23rd Indian Div SEAC, is with the sword dated 21st November 1946.
