Hanwei Raptor Shobu Zukuri Katana
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- Class
- Battle Ready
- Overall Length
- 43''
- Weight
- 2 lb 11 oz
- Brand
- Hanwei
- Culture
- Japanese
Overview
Hanwei Raptor Shobu Zukuri Katana
The Raptor Shobu-Zukuri (Iris Leaf) blade has an elegant shape and powerful cutting ability. Notable for the absence of a Yokote transition, this blade design became popular during the Nanbokucho era (1336 ~1392 AD) and its popularity continued into the Muromachi period. The wood grip is wrapped in genuine ray skin and black suede. The blackened iron tsuba has a raptor design. Includes a matching scabbard with matte finish and cotton sword bag.
The Hanwei Raptor series, has been designed for the cutting practitioner who does not necessarily have access to mats but who wishes to practice and perfect his cutting technique. The blades are forged in 5160 high-carbon steel and specially heat treated to produce very high resilience and greater tolerance of misdirected cuts than a conventional differentially tempered blade. The edge geometry is configured to facilitate the cutting of both soft and semi-hard materials without chipping, allowing the cutter a wide choice of targets.
Specifications
Every measurement that matters
- Brand
- Hanwei
- Culture
- Japanese
- Pommel
- N/A
- Overall Length
- 43''
- Blade Length
- 29 5/8''
- Weight
- 2 lb 11 oz
- Edge
- Sharp
- P.O.B.
- 5''
- Thickness
- 7.6 mm - 4.7 mm
- Width
- 33.4 mm
- Grip Length
- 11 7/8''
- Class
- Battle Ready
- Country of Origin
- China
- Type
- Katana
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Master sword smith Paul Chen created Hanwei Swords and led the early industry by creating authentic handmade swords of the highest grade steel over the last several decades. A favorite amongst the industry, the original Hanwei factory suffered from a fire and ownership changes. In 2025, the factory closed and original collaborator Frenchie Jin’s forge (Dragon King / Kingston Arms) has taken over, improving and reintroducing past models. The reinvented Hanwei focuses primarily on Japanese and Chinese models, including the Performance Series Katana. Many of the original European models are now adopted as part of the Kingston Arms line.
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Raptor ! Really happy with my new sword , strong and reliable , love the customer service , best in the business ! Feels like a man’s sword ! Thanks !