{"id":5090,"date":"2026-01-19T21:25:05","date_gmt":"2026-01-20T02:25:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sbg-sword-store.sword-buyers-guide.com\/wordpress\/?p=5090"},"modified":"2026-01-19T21:25:41","modified_gmt":"2026-01-20T02:25:41","slug":"5090-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sbg-sword-store.sword-buyers-guide.com\/wordpress\/5090-2\/","title":{"rendered":"JUST LANDED: Three Hanwei Classics Reborn + Massive Restock!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The wait is over: three of the most anticipated re\u2011releases in years have arrived. For months, collectors and practitioners alike have been asking the same question: \u201cWhen are the Hanwei classics coming back?\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today, we finally get to say it\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They\u2019re here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And they\u2019re better than ever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alongside a major restock of CAS swords across the board, three iconic models – each a cornerstone of modern sword culture – have returned with upgraded tooling, refined fittings, and the same performance DNA that made them legends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Below is your first look at the new arrivals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

CAS Hanwei Practical Pro Katana<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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The Practical Pro has always been the go\u2011to katana for practitioners who want reach, leverage, and cutting authority. This new edition keeps the classic 29.5″ differentially hardened 1566 blade but upgrades the furniture with crisp new tooling that echoes the early\u20112000s originals.
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CAS Hanwei Practical Plus Elite Katana<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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The Practical Plus Elite has long been the \u201cone sword to do it all\u201d for martial artists. This updated release brings back the Elite geometry, fast, versatile, and capable of handling both light and heavy targets, with upgraded fittings and a cleaner, more traditional aesthetic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Kingston Arms Lowlander (Antiqued)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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The Lowlander is one of the most iconic greatswords ever produced – a functional, historically inspired \u201cSlaughter\u2011Sword\u201d that towers at nearly six feet. This new antiqued version brings a darker, grittier battlefield aesthetic while retaining the balance and presence that made the original famous.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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CAS Restock: The Shelves Are Full Again
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Beyond these three headline releases, we\u2019ve received a major restock across the CAS lineup, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n