Hanwei Musashi Elite Katana

Paul Chen Hanwei Musashi Elite Katana

provides a cutting sword that is economical yet authentic. Designed for multiple cuts in normal targets, these Musashi Elites features genuine Same (Rayskin) on the Tsuka, with a tightly-woven leather Tsuka-Ito.

The long tang is double-pegged for security. Named for one of the most renowned swordmasters in Japanese history and featuring the famous "double ring" iron tsuba, the Musashi Elite is faithful to the original down to the famous double-ring iron tsubas.

Frequent Cutting / Advanced Drawing Practice
Hanwei Katana Blades embody the classical design elements of the most prolific sword design in history. With their strong Shinogi Zukuri shape that accentuates the differential heat treatment, these blades are traditionally proportioned to appeal to the collector but they will also perform well in general cutting of hard or soft targets.

Musashi Elite Katana features

1065 High-Carbon Blade
Traditional Construction
Quality fittings

Overall: 41".
Blade Length: 29".
Handle Length: 11".
Weight: 2lb 11oz.
Point of Balance: 5".
Width at Guard: 1.38".
Width at Tip: 1.08".
Thickness at Guard: .25".
Thickness at Tip: .14".
Sori: 3/4".

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