Description

The Practical Shinobi Ninja-tofrom Hanwei, whose construction patterns closely that of the Practical Katana, is a useful piece for those studying the Way of the Ninja. The blade is hand-forged in high-carbon steel and is differentially hardened using the traditional claying method. All of the fittings are finished in antiqued black iron. The ornate tsuba displays the kuji-kiri (energy-channeling hand positions) employed by the mystical ninja. The tsuka is wrapped in a synthetic black ray skin (same) and the tsuka-ito is in durable synthetic black leather. The saya has flat black finish with demon-head bindings for the black Japanese cotton sageo and an intricate kojiri. A sword no practitioner of Ninjutsu should be without.

Key Features:

Forged high-carbon steel
Differential tempering
Ornate tsuba

SPECIFICATIONS

Overall: 34 1/2″
Blade Length: 22 3/4″
Handle Length: 10 1/4″
Weight: 1lb 14oz
Point of Balance: 4 1/2″
Width at Guard: 1.13″
Width at Tip: .85″
Thickness at Guard: .27″
Thickness at Tip: .22″
Blade Steel: 1566

Specs will vary slightly from piece to piece.