CAS Hanwei
CAS Hanwei enters a thrilling new era—now forged at Frenchie Jin’s elite workshop, home to Dragon King, Kingston Arms, and APOC. Though the Dailan forge has passed the torch, the same master smiths continue crafting blades with precision, passion, and pedigree. Each piece is hand-forged using time-honored techniques and elevated by modern innovation. This isn’t just a new chapter—it’s a sharper, bolder legacy in motion..
The New and Improved CAS Hanwei Practical Series
Hanwei offers several dojo‑ready blade profiles so you can choose the geometry that best matches your training style. The Classic/Practical line is the everyday workhorse - tough, reliable, and built to handle regular cutting without fuss. The Elite line steps things up with a wider, more authoritative blade that delivers stronger cuts while still keeping the durability and versatility practitioners expect.
For pure cutting performance, the XL and XL Light blades are in a league of their own. The XL geometry is designed for slaying tatami and sailing through light targets with almost effortless sharpness, while the XL Light keeps that same cutting power but with quicker handling. Whether you want maximum toughness, balanced versatility, or specialized cutting performance, Hanwei has a blade profile tailored to your needs.
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The Practical XL Light delivers Hanwei’s ultra‑keen XL Light cutting geometry at the most affordable price point. Designed for speed and clean soft‑target cuts, the XL Light profile keeps the wide, razor‑sharp edge of the XL but trims the weight for quicker handling and faster recovery. The molded synthetic rayskin handle keeps the sword tough, simple, and budget‑friendly while still offering serious cutting performance.
Blade Length: 28 1/4”
Handle Length: 11"
Weight: 2 lbs 11 oz
MSRP $492.00
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The Practical Pro Elite is built for practitioners who prefer a longer blade and a stronger cutting presence. Using the wider Elite geometry, it delivers more authority in the cut while maintaining the durability and reliability of the Practical line. With its extended blade length and traditional fittings, it offers a commanding feel without stepping into the specialized XL profiles.
Blade Length: 28 3/4"
Handle Length: 14 1/8"
Weight: 2lb 13oz
MSRP $699.00
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The Practical Elite takes Hanwei’s classic Practical geometry and gives it a performance boost. With a noticeably wider blade profile, it delivers more authority in the cut while still keeping the toughness and everyday reliability the Practical line is known for. It’s the “best of both worlds” option — more cutting power than the Classic, but still forgiving enough for regular dojo training.
Blade Length: 27"
Handle Length: 11"
Weight: 2 lbs 9 oz
MSRP $459.00
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The upgraded XL Light: same fast, terrifyingly sharp cutting geometry, but with traditional fittings, real rayskin panels, and better overall build quality. A more refined version for practitioners who want performance and a classic katana feel in the hands.
Blade Length: 28 ½”
Handle Length: 11”
Weight: 2lb 9oz
MSRP $599.00
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The Practical Pro Katana is the extended‑length version of Hanwei’s classic Practical workhorse. With its longer blade and traditional‑profile geometry, it delivers extra reach and cutting presence while keeping the same rugged durability the Practical line is known for. The molded synthetic rayskin handle keeps the price accessible and the construction tough, making this a reliable choice for practitioners who prefer a larger, more commanding blade without moving into specialized geometries.
Blade Length: 29 1/2"
Handle Length: 15"
Weight: 3lb
MSRP $519.00
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The Practical Katana is Hanwei’s most accessible, no‑nonsense training blade. Built with a tough, traditional‑profile geometry and a molded synthetic rayskin handle, it’s designed to take regular dojo use, imperfect cuts, and everyday training without complaint. If you want maximum durability and value in a blade that “just works,” this is the foundation of the Practical line.
Blade Length: 27 1/4"
Handle Length: 11 1/4"
Weight: 2lb 6oz
MSRP $399.00
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The Practical XL brings Hanwei’s ultra‑wide XL cutting geometry to the most affordable tier of the lineup. Designed for high‑performance soft‑target cutting, the XL profile delivers huge bite and clean, effortless slices — ideal for tameshigiri practitioners who want serious cutting power without paying for upgraded fittings. The molded synthetic rayskin handle keeps the price down while still offering a secure, dojo‑ready grip.
Blade Length: 28 1/8”
Handle Length: 11 3/8"
Weight: 2lb 15oz
MSRP $399.00
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The Practical Plus Katana upgrades Hanwei’s classic Practical workhorse with a proper rayskin‑panel tsuka and traditional wrap, giving it a more authentic feel without losing the durability and reliability the Practical line is known for. It keeps the same tough, traditional‑profile blade geometry but adds better handling, grip, and aesthetics for practitioners who want a step up from the basic model.
Blade Length: 27 1/4"
Handle Length: 11 1/4"
Weight: 2lb 8oz
MSRP $519.00
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The Practical Plus Elite takes the wider, stronger‑cutting Elite blade geometry and pairs it with upgraded, traditional fittings. You get the same boosted cutting performance as the Practical Elite, but with a proper rayskin‑panel tsuka and classic wrap for a more authentic feel in the hands. It’s the ideal middle ground for practitioners who want extra cutting authority without stepping into the higher‑priced performance lines.
Blade Length: 28"
Handle Length: 11"
Weight: 2lb 7oz
MSRP $559.00
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The Practical Plus XL takes Hanwei’s ultra‑wide XL cutting geometry and pairs it with upgraded, traditional fittings for a more authentic feel. This is the “power‑cutter” of the Practical Plus line — designed to glide through soft targets with ease thanks to its specialized, competition‑style blade profile. You get the same performance‑focused geometry as the XL series, but with a proper rayskin‑panel tsuka and classic wrap for better grip and handling.
Blade Length: 28 1/2”
Handle Length: 11”
Weight: 2lb 11oz
MSRP $579.00
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Unleash thunder with the Raimie XL Katana—Hanwei’s triumphant return to form. Forged for serious cutting, its steep blade geometry slices through tatami and bamboo with effortless precision. MSRP $399.00
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