The Practical Pro Elite Katana has an extended tsuka compared to the rest of the Elite Series. The blade is forged in high-carbon steel and is differentially tempered using a traditional claying method. The Practical Pro Elite has a fine polish compared to others in the practical series. The rayskin-covered tsuka is wrapped with sueded black leather for its gripping characteristics and is double-pegged for safety. The saya is finished in a deep black lacquer with a black Japanese cotton sageo. The fittings (koshirae) are finished in antiqued black iron. The katana features a round Kuruma tsuba, which represents the "Wheel of Dharma," symbolizing the Buddhist concept of the Noble Eightfold Path.

Hanwei Forge Paul Chen Katana
Fully functional live blade Shinken Katana "real sword"
Iron Kuruma tsuba
Extra long 14" tsuka (handle)
Black suede tsuka ito
Genuine same (rayskin) inlay
Black lacquer saya
Forged 1065 high carbon steel blade
Chu (medium) kissaki
Differentially tempered
New blade geometry
This katana is hand made and each is unique - size and weight will vary
Blade length: 29"
Handle length: 14"
Overall length: 44"
Weight: 2lb 13oz
Point of Balance: 4"
Width at Guard: 1.40"
Width at Tip: 1.05"
Thickness at Guard: .30"
Thickness at Tip: .20"
Sori: 3/4"
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