Hanwei Shinto XL Light Katana - SH6004LGF

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The Paul Chen Hanwei Shinto katana is mounted in black and the tsuka-ito is in Japanese cotton over ray skin. The black iron tsuba is formed by a finely rendered dragon, detailed in gold, with true back-and-front detail. The blade is hand-forged in high-carbon steel and is edge-tempered using the traditional clay tempering method, resulting in a distinct hamon. Edge hardness is 60HRC, back hardness 40HRC. The grip is double-pegged to the tang for safety. Includes a black lacquered hardwood scabbard, protective cloth bag and traditional maintenance kit. This model features the XL light blade designed for competitive cutting but lightened by the adition of deeply cut blade grooves (bo-hi). Well adapted for multiple cuts in lighter targets. Overall Length: 40 3/4'' Blade: 29 1/2'' $738.65   Usually Ships in About a Week