This tachi sword is made of 1095 high carbon steel, clay tempered & folded with a polished mirror-like surface and visible grain patterns. It is a very strong sword made with traditional methods, for multiple applications. The blade is repeatedly heat treated and hand forged to remove impurities. The clay temper process combines the characters of toughness and flexibility and results in a genuine hamon (temper line). The blade is full tang and hand sharpened, suitable for battle. The sword comes with a high quality full rayskin wrapped saya, silk ito, genuine same' (rayskin) and beautiful premium copper fittings. This sword is a very good choice for dojo and iaido use, gifts, cutting practice, display, and collection. It is durable enough for tameshigiri, bamboo, bones, iron wire, etc. It is a stunning combination of beauty and functionality.
Clay Tempered & Folded 1095 Steel Full Rayskin Saya High Quality Japanese Samurai Tachi Sword Features:
Measurements:
Blade: 27.9"
Handle: 10.6"
Overall: 40.9"
Width Near Habaki: 3.15cm
Width Near Kissaki: 2.3cm
Thickness Near Habaki: 7.5mm
Thickness Near Kissaki: 3mm
Weight without Saya: 1200g
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