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Thanks Steve. So it's a military issued blade?

Finally found a forum that knows all about Japanese Swords. I was given this sword by my uncle, a WWll US Marine that served in the Pacific. He passed away at 92 years old, and still tough as nails. For the life of me i can't remember the island he was on. But he was very graphic on how he acquired this sword. Anyway, any and all information this forum can help with is greatly appreciated. Thanks.