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A Japanese Katana sword with scabbard. This sword was taken…
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Perth
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4-Aug-2015
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A Japanese Katana sword with scabbard. This sword was taken from a 20,000 ton Jap crude oil tanker that had been deliberately beached following a torpedo and aerial attack. Jack and his team of native guerrilla fighters arrived shortly after to inspect and clean up residual enemy if necessary. This sword plus a food bowl (Lot: 26) were two of Jack's most treasured souvenirs plus a custom made jarrah case total. Length 92 cm
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Category:
Militaria & Weapons: Edged Weapons