Collector katana sword Shinken Shapu AISI 1095, 2.3 Shaku

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Functional replica of a Shinken Shapu katana sword, AISI 1095 steel, Nagasa 2.3 Shaku

The forged blade of shinogi-zukuri type is crafted from premium AISI 1095 carbon steel. The steel in a Maru monocomposite configuration has undergone a traditional differential hardening process, thanks to which it holds its edge excellently. The blade with a Bo-Hi groove has been hand-polished with hazuya stone to achieve a mirror finish and a precise edge. The Sori (curvature) geometry is designed for the finest and cleanest cuts. The blade exhibits high hardness of approx. 58 HRC, allowing for effective practice of tameshigiri on straw mats or bamboo. The Full Tang construction ensures maximum stability and strength of the entire sword.

The tip of the blade, Chu-Kissaki, with a distinct Diamond-Shaped Yokote, is complemented by a real Choji Hamon, created by traditional master blacksmithing methods. The presence of the Bo-Hi groove allows for an audible effect (tachi kaze - sword wind) during a technically correct swing, which is crucial for verifying the correct movement technique.

Blade material: AISI 1095 Hi-carbon steel Kashira: Higo/Tenso (decorated end) Saya (scabbard): Hardwood, black gloss, silk Sage-O Tsuba (guard): Cast brass with traditional motif Tsuka (handle): Wooden core, genuine stingray leather (Samegawa), black leather wrap Ito Fastening: 2x bamboo peg (mekugi), disassembled Ornaments: Silver menuki under the wrap Overall Length (without saya): 100 cm Nagasa (blade length): 70 cm (from Habaki) Tsuka (handle length): 30 cm Kissaki (tip length): 4.0 cm Blade thickness at Habaki: 0.75 cm Weight (without scabbard): 1070 g Habaki: Brass (length 2.8 cm)