Signed WWII Japanese Army Officer Shin Gunto Sword

The sword has an overall length in the scabbard of approximately 41 inches, with a blade length of approximately 26-1/2 inches. The sword blade shows some spots and speckling, as well as a few mossy spots, but the blade is without nicks, chips, or active rust and it is generally bright overall. The blade displays a visible and distinct temper line. The tang has two mounting holes and it is signed “Kaneyuki of Seki City in Noshu Province made this”, there is also a hot stamp with indistinct charactors.  The ray skin grip is wrapped in the traditional style with golden brown fabric, with the wrap showing soiling from handling. Beneath the wrapping are the standard military menuki of three cherry blossoms. The tsuba guard is the solid style, with relief cherry blossoms,  scabbard locking bar is missing its tip. The scabbard paint is mostly intact showing scattered scuffs, spots, and evidence of old lacquer.