Practical XL Katana (実刀)

The Paul Chen practical XL katana has a forged high carbon differentially tempered blade designed for tameshigiri.  It is an improved version of the original practical katana and now has a removable tsuka (handle) to make safety inspections possible.  The Practical Katana have always been at the forefront of providing economical yet functional swords to the martial arts community. Now with the blade geometries and profiles of the performance series and the affordability of the Practical fittings, competition-standard cutting is within the reach of the tightest budget.

• Hanwei Forge Paul Chen Katana
• Fully functional live blade Shinken Katana "real sword"
• Plain steel fittings
• Forged high carbon steel blade
• Differentially tempered
• Chu (medium) kissaki
• Black gloss saya
• New extra large blade geometry
• Black synthetic suede tsuka ito (wrap)
• This katana is hand made and each is unique - size and weight will vary
  • Blade length:  28 1/2"
  • Handle length:   11
  • Overall length:  40 1/2"
  • Weight:  2lb 11oz
  • Point of Balance:  5"
  • Width at Guard:  1.43"
  • Width at Tip:  1.08"
  • Thickness at Guard:  .26"
  • Thickness at Tip:  .15"
  • Sori:  3/4"
• Removable Tsuka (Handle)
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