The return of a classic .. our Tiger Katana from Hanwei is nostalgic reissue of the original (SH1204) folded steel katana made in the early 2000s. The specifications are painstakingly reproduced for accuracy.
The 29 3/4" K120C powder steel blade is differentially tempered with a traditional claying method to the grain patter (hada) showing distinct layers. The temper line (hamon) is evident and prominent. the blade features groove (bo-hi) on both sides. The tsuba is made from blackened iron depicting a "stalking tiger" inlaid in brass. The ray skin (same) is covered on the handle (tsuka) with Japanese Cotton. The saya is deeply lacquered in black and inlaid with brass bamboo leaves.
Includes a sword bag and free quality maintenance kit.
How to Use
Designed as a traditional cutter in a dojo environment or high end display. Heirloom Quality.
Please note: Please note: the sageo (cord) on the saya (scabbard) may not be wrapped as pictured. Sageo colors may vary.
Overall: 44 1/2"
Blade Length: 29 3/4"
Handle Length: 13 3/4"
Weight: 2 lbs 12 oz
Thickness at Guard: .28"
Sori: 7/8"
Materials and Construction
Differentially Hardened K120C Swedish powder steel blade with real hamon and bo-hi. Premium Imported Japanese Cotton ito over authentic, top quality rayskin. Blackened iron with hammered texturing and brass inlay. Cotton sageo on high gloss saya with brass bamboo inlay patterning.Heavily antiqued, hammer textured brass Kojiri and Kurikata.
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Each sword is guaranteed to be as described and 100% genuine product. Each sword is also covered by in full by the Manufacturers Warranty PLUS our extended LIFETIME Warranty against blade breakage.
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