This is a well-made 1060 high carbon steel Shirasaya that is heat-treated, tempered, and oil quenched to achieve optimal levels of flexibility and hardness. The blade is hand polished with multiple grades of sharpening stones which makes the surface of the blade reflective. It comes with a natural huali wood saya with matching handle and brass fittings. The full tang is secured into the handle with two bamboo mekugi pegs. The sword is strong enough to cut through bamboo yet sharp enough to slice paper. Each sword is individually handmade so specifications vary slightly from sword to sword.
Hand Forged 1060 High Carbon Steel Straight Blade Huali Wood Shirasaya Samurai Ninja Sword Features:
Measurements:
Blade: 20.1"
Handle: 8.3"
Overall: 29.9"
Width Near Habaki: 3.15cm
Width Near Kissaki: 2.3cm
Thickness Near Habaki: 7.5mm
Thickness Near Kissaki: 3mm
Weight without Saya: 850g
Point of Balance: 9cm from Tsuba
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