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John Lee

John Lee Musashi Ichi Katana, sharp

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Product description

Miyamoto Musashi (1584-1645) is perceived as the best katana warrior ever. This katana is based on 17th century originals and is named after him.

This katana has a 1045 carbon steel blade with a hardness of 55 HRC. It is made in the Shinogi-Zukuri style with Hohlkehle (Bo-Hi). The razor sharp blade is finished with Hamon.

The grip is made in the classical Hineri-Maki style. It is wrapped round with shagreen and rough woven cotton. The grip is provided with two bamboo stifts (Mekugi), with which it is fastened to the tang (nakago).

This katana is delivered including a wooden scabbard. The scabbard is made in the Kuroro style.

This katana is 103 cm long with a 72 cm blade and weighs 1000 grams.


Product details
Product details:
Blade Material: 1045 carbon steel, 52–55 HRC hardness;
Handle Material: Wood / Ray Skin / Cotton;
Sheath: Wood;
Handle Length: 31 cm;
Blade Length: 73 cm;
Overall Length (without sheath): 105 cm;
Weight (without sheath): 1000 g

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