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Hanwei Paper Crane Katana - Tamahagane (SH2294) |
Points: 100
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Our Paper Crane Daisho (SH2294-Katana / SH2328-Wakizashi) is without doubt the greatest achievement in sword making artistry yet available from Hanwei. The blade is crafted from Hanwei's own Tamahagane steel (see below) while the fittings reflect the atmosphere of the Japanese theater. The Daisho's name stems from the origami (the art of paper folding) cranes that decorate the striking Tsuba and Fuchi/Kashira, all of which feature highly-prized "Nanako" or stippled backgrounds. The Menuki feature thespian masks, a symbol shared by the Japanese theater and its western counterpart. The Saya of the katana houses a Kozuka (small knife) while that of the Wakizashi carries a Kogai (hair pick) The Kozuka and Kogai are decorated with musical instruments of the theater. The Paper Crane theme is carried to the outstanding hand woven silk Sageo, the result of many hours of skilled work on a hand loom. Sold Out
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Hanwei Paper Crane Wakizashi - Tamahagane (SH2328) |
Points: 60
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Our Paper Crane Daisho (SH2294-Katana / SH2328-Wakizashi) is without doubt the greatest achievement in sword making artistry yet available from Hanwei. The blade is crafted from Hanwei's own Tamahagane steel (see below) while the fittings reflect the atmosphere of the Japanese theater. The Daisho's name stems from the origami (the art of paper folding) cranes that decorate the striking Tsuba and Fuchi/Kashira, all of which feature highly-prized "Nanako" or stippled backgrounds. The Menuki feature thespian masks, a symbol shared by the Japanese theater and its western counterpart. The Saya of the katana houses a Kozuka (small knife) while that of the Wakizashi carries a Kogai (hair pick) The Kozuka and Kogai are decorated with musical instruments of the theater. The Paper Crane theme is carried to the outstanding hand woven silk Sageo, the result of many hours of skilled work on a hand loom. Sold Out
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Hanwei 25th Anniversary Shinto Katana (SH2433) |
Points: 50
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Our Silver Anniversary Shinto is undoubtedly one of the most collectible pieces ever offered by CAS Hanwei. Not only is this one of Hanwei’s most attractive swords but, to celebrate CAS’s 25th anniversary, the certificated edition is limited to just 250 pieces. Sold Out
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Shikyo Forged Katana 1045 Carbon (UC2585) |
Points: 17
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The United Black collection delivers another superior example of the Japanese katana. This is the Shikyo (Japanese for death) katana. This sword measures 109.5 cm and features a mirror polished 74.9 cm blade of hand forged 1045 carbon steel with a heavy blood groove. The blade tang has an exclusive stamp that can only be found on a United Black sword blade. The hardwood handle offers black ray skin and custom leather wrap accented with brass menuki and a uniquely designed cast metal guard and pommel. This item includes a coordinating hardwood sheath and is placed in a traditional cloth sword bag with a collectible hanging medallion and packaged in a custom box. 109.5 cm overall. 29 74.9 cm blade. Sold Out
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Hanwei Shinto Shinken Katana w Bohi (SH6004SGF) |
Points: 45
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The Shinto Shinken Katana features a more traditional blade style than the other Performance Series models, specifically designed for a more frequent drawing practice, with a live sharp blade.
These live Iaito swords (Shinken) from Hanwei are made for the experienced Iaido practitioner who wishes to include light cutting (Tameshigiri) in his repertoire. The Shinken features optimized blade geometry, combining excellent balance with minimum weight for repetitive drawing, while retaining sufficient backbone for cutting light targets. The Shinto models have hand-forged high-carbon steel blades. Each blade is differentially hardened, to produce a distinctive hamon, and is grooved for balance and audible feedback in the cutting stroke. Sold Out
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Hanwei Musashi Elite Katana (SH6003KGG) |
Points: 30
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Miyamoto Musashi, arguably the most famous swordmaster in Japanese history, fought more than 60 duels before retiring and writing his famous treatise on swordplay, the "Book of Five Rings". Development of the two-sword style of swordplay, with the Daito (long sword) and Wakizashi being used together, is credited to Musashi. Mounted in black, the Musashi Elite is faithful to the original down to the famous double-ring iron tsubas. The tsuka-ito is in leather over ray skin. The blades are hand-forged in high-carbon steel, with new geometry to enhance cutting ability. It is edge-tempered using the traditional clay tempering method, resulting in a distinct hamon. Edge hardness is HRC60, back hardness HRC40. The grip is double-pegged to the tang for safety. The cutting style katanas (Elite, XL, XL Light) include a traditional maintenance kit. Sold Out
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Hanwei Tori Katana (SH6007KFE) |
Points: 65
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The Tori katana combines truly elegant furniture and a powder-steel folded blade with the functionality of our Performance Series. The Tori features a "Flying Crane" themed Tsuba and Fuchi/Kashira while the Menuki are Kabuto or Japanese helmets. The high quality brown leather Tsuka-ito is wrapped over black Same. The Saya is wrapped at the mouth with black-lacquered rattan and then finished in a textured brown. The Tori is available in three folded steel cutting blade profiles and three Iaito blade lengths. Sold Out
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Hanwei Tori XL Light Katana (SH6007LFF) |
Points: 55
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The Tori katana combines truly elegant furniture and a powder-steel folded blade with the functionality of our Performance Series. The Tori features a "Flying Crane" themed Tsuba and Fuchi/Kashira while the Menuki are Kabuto or Japanese helmets. The high quality brown leather Tsuka-ito is wrapped over black Same. The Saya is wrapped at the mouth with black-lacquered rattan and then finished in a textured brown. The Tori is available in three folded steel cutting blade profiles and three Iaito blade lengths. Sold Out
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Hanwei Tori XL Katana (SH6007XFF) |
Points: 55
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The Tori katana combines truly elegant furniture and a powder-steel folded blade with the functionality of our Performance Series. The Tori features a "Flying Crane" themed Tsuba and Fuchi/Kashira while the Menuki are Kabuto or Japanese helmets. The high quality brown leather Tsuka-ito is wrapped over black Same. The Saya is wrapped at the mouth with black-lacquered rattan and then finished in a textured brown. The Tori is available in three folded steel cutting blade profiles and three Iaito blade lengths. Sold Out
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Hanwei Oni Katana (SH6018KLG) |
Points: 75
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The Oni are mythical creatures from Japanese folklore similar to western demons or trolls. In modern culture they are beginning to move away from this menacing connotation into the role of guardian or protector, similar in character to gargoyles. Their power and ferocity, however, have not diminished. There is a Japanese saying which translates to "Oni with an iron club", or to be of an invincible nature, a fitting association with the 29" L6/Bainite blade on which our Oni Katana is built. The blade features the geometry of our Performance Series for outstanding cutting ability. The 14" tsuka is wrapped in black ray skin and silk ito while the Koshirae feature Oni in various classical styles. A unique combination of folklore and functionality. Sold Out
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Dynasty Forge 31.5`` Musha 1060 O-Katana with Bo-Hi in Koi Theme (DF022) |
Points: 28
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Forged from extremely durable 1060 spring steel, this 31.5" blade is mono-tempered and machine polished. While longer and wider than our regular Katana, the hand-carved Bo-Hi help maintain balance and maneuverability. The Bo-Hi and Shinogi-Ji are hand-burnished to a mirror polish, giving the blade a crisp geometry. The sword is fitted in Turbulent Wave themed Tsuba and Fuchi-Kashira with a pair of Koi Menuki. The Saya is finished in 11-layer natural lacquer taken to a stone finish. The 12" Tsuka is paneled with genuine ray-skin and wrapped in black cotton Ito. Sold Out
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Dynasty Forge 29`` Musha 1060 Katana in Musashi Theme (DF001) |
Points: 24
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Forged from extremely durable 1060 spring steel, this blade is mono-tempered and machine polished. Forged without Bo-Hi, this blade is the most durable cutter in the 1060 line. The Shinogi-Ji is hand-burnished to a mirror polish, giving the blade a crisp geometry. The sword is fitted in Musashi themed Tsuba and Fuchi-Kashira with a pair of Buddhist sword Menuki. The Saya is finished in 11-layer natural lacquer taken to a high-gloss finish. The 11" Tsuka is paneled with genuine ray-skin and wrapped in black cotton Ito. Sold Out
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Dynasty Forge 28.5`` Bushi F/F Tri-Steel Katana in Wave Theme (DF023) |
Points: 35
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The 28.5" blade is hand forge-folded from 1095, 1080 and 1060 high-carbon steel, clay-tempered and fitted in an elegant and understated wave theme. The 12.5" Tsuka is wrapped in black silk Ito over a pair of dragon Menuki. The Saya is finished in a high-gloss black 11-layer natural lacquer. Sold Out
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Dynasty Forge 28.5`` Musha 1060 Katana with Bo-Hi in Musashi Theme (DF002) |
Points: 24
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Forged from extremely durable 1060 spring steel, this 28.5" blade is mono-tempered and machine polished. 1060 spring steel, when properly tempered, makes the perfect hard cutter at an affordable price-point. The Bo-Hi and Shinogi-Ji are hand-burnished to a mirror polish, giving the blade a crisp geometry. The sword is fitted in Musashi themed Tsuba and Fuchi-Kashira with a pair of sun and moon Menuki. The Saya is finished in 11-layer natural lacquer taken to a gloss finish. The 11" Tsuka is paneled with genuine ray-skin and wrapped in black cotton Ito. Sold Out
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Dynasty Forge 29`` Musha 1060 Katana with Bo-Hi in Turbulent Wave Theme (DF003) |
Points: 24
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Forged from extremely durable 1060 spring steel, this 28.5" blade is mono-tempered and machine polished. The nature of spring steel makes these blades superlative cutters. The Bo-Hi and Shinogi-Ji are hand-burnished to a mirror polish, giving the blade a crisp geometry. The sword is fitted in our most popular turbulent wave themed Tsuba and Fuchi-Kashira with a pair of dragon Menuki. The Saya is finished in 11-layer natural lacquer taken to a high-gloss finish. The 11" Tsuka is paneled with genuine ray-skin and wrapped in black cotton Ito. Sold Out
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