Original Japanese WWII Hand Painted Cloth Good Luck Flag - 36" x 29" Martini-Henry Rifles The shell is maker marked

The shell is maker marked with a stamping on the underside of the rim that reads ZC 195

• What appears to be the original swamped iron ramrod that is threaded at the base

It has had a 50% section of the total length completely replaced entirely with solid steel bar stock

Very well made and fully functional

It also has regimental markings on the butt plate tang: 3

Original Japanese WWII Hand Painted Cloth Good Luck Flag - 36" x 29" Martini-Henry Rifles The shell is maker markedOriginal Item: One of a kind. Just purchased as part of a large Pacific War private collection. This hand painted cloth flag is marked with battle quotes such as "Banzai", and "Good Luck". As with most good luck flags, the top is marked with , which reads Bu un Chou kyu ("May your military fortunes be long lasting."). It is also signed with the names of many friends and family. The flag measures approximately 36" x 29", and is made of what appears to