Hand-forged tanto from the John Lee series
Masterpieces of asian swordcraft - handforged from carbon steel and traditionally hardened - the sharpened blade has a fuller for weight reduction - the handle (tsuka) is made of wood and covered in real fish skin (same) - the hilt is wrapped (tsuka-ito) in traditional black cotton - there are two decorative grip swells (menuki) - the hilt (tsuka) is anchored to the blade with bamboo pins (mekugi) - the scabbard (saya) is made of wood - the blade has a brass collar (habaki) so it won't rattle in the scabbard - this sword was crafted following museum originals
This sword's tsuba is ornamented with a dragon, which even today plays an important role in Japan, especially during the new year's fesivities. Unlike western folklore, the dragon in Japan is a lucky mythical creature. Details: - total length: approx. 103 cm - blade length: approx. 72 cm - hilt length: approx. 31 cm - blade curve (sori): approx. 18-20 mm - weight without scabbard: approx. 1 kg - weight with scabbard: approx. 1.25 kg
Sale only to customers over 18 years of age. Please send us a copy of your passport by email, fax or mail.
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