BUSHIDO TANTO (SH1212) CAS HANWEI
The Bushido Tanto has a blade of hand-forged and folded K120C powder steel and measures 14 inches overall. The saya is deeply lacquered with inlaid brass cherry blossom (sakura) flowers. The nine inch sharpened blade is hand-forged and folded from K120C powder steel, and features a grooved (Bo-Hi) on both sides. The saya are deeply lacquered in gold with inlaid brass cherry blossom (sakura) flowers. The tsuka of the tanto is crafted in gold-plated brass with decoration in relief. The sageo is woven from premium Japanese cotton while the kojiri, koiguchi and kurikata are of polished buffalo horn. The habaki is a one-piece brass construction.
Bushido, or "Way of the Warrior", defines the code of conduct of an honorable Samurai must follow. Much more than a western ideal of chivalry, Bushido is a way of life; in both ancient and modern times. The Koshirae of this Bushido set features various samurai battle scenes. See Models SH1211 and SH1210 for the Wakizashi and Katana details. |
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• Overall: 14"
• Blade Length: 9"
• Handle Length: 4"
• Weight: 11oz
• Point of Balance: 1"
• Width at Guard: 1"
• Thickness at Guard: .20"
• Sori: 1/4"
Specs will vary slightly from piece to piece.
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