Below is a list of the nine major variations of the Type 95 Military Sword.  These variations are based upon changes in the blade, hilt, and scabbard.  The variations are in order of appearance by supervising arsenal.  Keep in mind that some variations were manufactured concurrently, for example variations 3 & 4, while other variations are unique to certain arsenals or companies.   Variation #; Blade; Tsuka, Ito Pattern;    Tsuba:             Latch; Saya;                  Pattern #