Haha, just couldn't resist a chance to mess with you Ray. I think we both have fun. I have a real WWII "Returning GI" Wakizashi that Patty bought me probably 20 years ago. Yeah it cost $125.00 but I was VERY proud to have it. BUT I have been unable to get anyone to interpret the Kanji on the tang for me.

Oh and Congrats on your Gunto. I have wanted a set of "Japanese" swords for as long as I can remember. I have been looking at these two this week...
https://sbg-sword-store.sword-buyers-guide.com/product569.html
and this one
https://sbg-sword-store.sword-buyers-guide.com/product829.

I have thought about the following fittings:
1. Custom Katana / Wakizashi with Bo-hi
2. Shi Shi Long Dog Tsuba
3. Gold Ito Tsuka with iron fittings
5. Mahogany Saya