The Koi Katana from Paul Chen has a hand-forged T10 high-carbon steel blade. The blade on this katana is differentially hardened using the traditional claying method.
Description
The Koi Katana from Paul Chen has a hand-forged T10 high-carbon steel blade. The blade on this katana is differentially hardened using the traditional claying method. The Koi Katana is mounted in black and white and features black same, the tsuka-ito is made of premium white Japanese cotton. The saya is finished in a deep black lacquer with a black and white striped cotton sageo. A finely rendered Koi, with true front-and-back detail, forms the black iron tsuba. The fittings are superbly antiqued adding to the aesthetics of the piece. The Koi katana from Hanwei is supplied with a protective cloth bag and traditional maintenance kit.
It is said that a Koi swims up rivers and climbs waterfalls with bravery not unlike a Samurai warrior. As well, it is said that if a Koi is caught, it will lie still beneath the knife, facing its death bravely like a Samurai facing a sword.
PRODUCT DETAILS
Key Features:
Forged high-carbon steel blade
Built for Cutting
Traditional Construction
SPECIFICATIONS
Overall: 44 3/4″
Blade Length: 28 1/2″
Handle Length: 14 3/4″
Weight: 2lb 13oz
Point of Balance: 5 1/4″
Sori: 1 1/8″
Blade Steel: T10
Specs will vary slightly
from piece to piece.
Additional information
Weight | 7 lbs |
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Brand
Hanwei by Paul Chen
Hanwei Swords for Sale
Hanwei forges some of the most sought after Samurai swords in the world. Led by master sword smith and designer Paul Chen, Hanwei creates authentic handmade swords that are made of the highest grade steel and fittings. The Paul Chen / Hanwei Forge produces the finest quality reproductions swords and accessories to the collector community.Japanese Swords 4 Samurai has been an authorized Hanwei Dealer since 2004
James –
This sword is a beaut! Got it as a display piece and it did not disappoint – looks great on the mantel!