Shinken Forged Katana
Shinken means "real sword" in Japanese. These are the
same type of swords we use in our dojo for tameshigiri (test cutting). We offer
CAS Hanwei swords from Hanwei forge. They are all differentially tempered
hand forged swords with nicely polished blades.
The Bamboo Mat Katana features a chu-kissaki blade of
Hanwei's high-alloy HWS-2S steel, which combines
impressive performance with a striking O-choji hamon.
This steel is made in Hanwei's new factory, with
high-tech equipment, producing a very pure,
advanced-metallurgy blade with excellent edge-holding
capability and resilience. The fittings feature a bamboo-themed black iron tsuba,
textured in a bamboo mat design with a jointed bamboo
rim and highlighted with gold-tipped bamboo leaves. The
fuchi/kashira follow the same theme and the golden
menuki feature a pair of sparrows. The saya is finished
in high-gloss lacquer with horn fittings.
The Lion Dog Katana features an O-Kissaki blade of
Hanwei's own high-alloy HWS-1S steel, which combines
superior performance with an outstanding O-choji hamon.
This steel is made in Hanwei's new factory, with
high-tech equipment, producing a very pure
advanced-metallurgy blade with the best edge-holding
capability and resilience of any blade ever produced by
Hanwei. The outstanding performance characteristics of
blades forged from HWS-1S steel derive from a
combination of the careful selection of alloying
elements and a complex processing procedure, basically
involving the manipulation of the steel’s carbon content
across the blade section. This results in a very tough
and resilient blade with a hard, highly
abrasion-resistant edge.
Forging and heat treating a 49" blade is a tough task
but the Hanwei smiths have mastered the technique and
we're excited to bring you our functional and
historically accurate Odachi. The "O" means great and
we're not kidding. With an overall length of 67" there's
only one way to describe this sword - large! Patterned
after an original from the 14th Century, when Odachi
were still in use on the field of battle, this sword is
a must for Japanese sword enthusiasts.
Miyamoto Musashi, arguably the most famous swordmaster in Japanese history,
fought more than 60 duels before retiring and writing his famous treatise on
swordplay, the "Book of Five Rings". Mounted in black, the Musashi is faithful to the original
down to the famous double-ring iron tsubas. The tsuka-ito is in leather over ray
skin. The blade is hand-forged in high-carbon steel, with new geometry to
enhance cutting ability. It is edge-tempered using the traditional clay
tempering method, resulting in a distinct hamon. Edge hardness is HRC60, back
hardness HRC40. The grip is double-pegged to the tang for safety. Supplied with
a protective cloth bag and traditional maintenance kit.
In Japan the traditional method of serving tea is a celebrated art form in
itself. This highly ritualized ceremony is an involved process, the most
elaborate of which can last hours and is reserved for the most distinguished of
guests. The Tea Culture Daisho captures the essence of this important tradition.
The Katana and Wakizashi are built upon a traditional Shinogi Zukuri style blade
with Bo-Hi. The high-carbon blade is hand forged and differentially hardened
using the traditional clay method. The Koshirae (furniture) feature the typical
elements present in a Japanese tea ceremony. The handle is wrapped with suede
leather in a Katati Make (battle wrap) style.
The Great wave katana is stylized with the renowned Tomoe motif.
The tsuba, fuchi, & kashira are made of black iron and marked with the Tomoe
crest (mon). The blades are hand-forged from T10 high-carbon steel and are
differentially tempered using traditional claying methods. The temper line (hamon)
is evident and prominent. Each piece has a deeply lacquered black saya with a
one-piece brass habaki construction. Real ray skin (same) is used on the tsuka,
and the tsuka-ito and sageo are made of premium woven Japanese black cotton. The
katana is constructed with a large o-kissaki and are ideal for cutting exercises
(tameshigiri).
This cutting katana from CAS/Hanwei is designed specifically for
the martial artist that needs a sword for the demands of rigorous tameshigiri.
The Wind & Thunder features a heavier and thicker blade with traditional
furniture and fittings. The Wind & Thunder is fitted with the black iron Raiden
tsuba and Tomoe motif fuchi and kashira. The handle is wrapped in genuine same
(ray skin) and the tsuka-ito is premium Japanese black cotton. The saya is done
in a traditional black laquer and the sageo is also black cotton. This sword is
an excellent choice for those intereseted in batto-jutsu.
In 1876, the Samurai were banned from carrying their swords.
This attempt to end a thousand year tradition was not received well by the proud
warrior class and the "stick katana" was born. Innocuous walking canes now
concealed the revered blades, but the katana lived on. The Bamboo Stick Katana
combines an artfully carved bamboo scabbard and handle with a blade (nagasa)
that is constructed of hand-forged 1065 high-carbon steel and is differentially
tempered using a traditional claying method. The edge hardness and resilient
blade body produced by this technique embody the true secret of the Samurai
sword.
It has been said that in simplicity lies great beauty, an axiom
stunningly validated by the Golden Oriole Katana. The story told by the stunning
tsuba is of a mantis stealthily stalking the cricket, unaware that he is himself
being stalked by the Golden Oriole. The deeply lacquered blue of the saya is
repeated in the Japanese cotton tsuka-ito, and the Oriole appears again on the
kashira. Unmistakably Hanwei quality, the 14" tsuka of the katana gives a superb
balance to the sword, allowing it to move very quickly and very freely. Supplied
with a protective cloth bag and traditional maintenance kit.
We do not sell weapons to anyone under the age of 18 without permission and consent of a parent or legal guardian. These are real weapons and not toys. They are very sharp and should always be treated with care. Be careful to never put yourself or anyone else in danger. Nihonzashi LLC, its employees, and associated companies are not responsible for any injury, damage or loss incurred by use or miss-use of any merchandise sold on this site. It is the purchasers responsibility to comply to local, state and federal laws and/or statutes. Purchase of merchandise implies agreement and compliance to the above.
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