Michael, It is a "Type I" and I can see that I should have been more clear as to the intent of my earlier comment. My concern is more with the link set and the type of finish. With what looks like possibly one replacement link and what may (or may not be) some kind of a finish over the nickel plating. So for me a better/closer look would be what I would want before a purchase.
PS: The grip has some cracks and pieces missing that did not happen all by itself. Also looking a tad undersize in places, so it could be a replacement/parts piece. And it has been "tarted up" some, but to each his own, because it is your call to make for a closer look/better pictures like the scabbard mouthpiece to crossguard fit etc. etc. FP
