Hello,

This sword is a classic example of a shin-guntō (新軍刀), the standard-issue sword carried by Imperial Japanese Army officers during World War II. It features regulation olive-green lacquered scabbard and brass mounts, and the traditional Japanese sword handle wrapping (tsuka-ito) over ray skin (samegawa).

Shin-guntō swords came in two main types:
• Machine-made blades: mass-produced by military arsenals.
• Hand-forged blades: made by traditional swordsmiths, sometimes reusing ancestral blades (koto blades) mounted for wartime service.

From the photos, the blade seems forged, not fully machine-stamped, though close inspection (especially of the tang) would confirm that. The fittings (koshirae) appear regulation standard, consistent with mass production for officers during the war.

Condition:
Good condition overall. Minor scuffing and oxidation along the blade consistent with age. The lacquered scabbard and brass fittings show light wear but remain intact. The handle wrap is also still tight, which is important for collectors.