Description: Katana Raptor - Shinogi Zukuri Katana Raptor - Shinogi Zukuri The Raptor Shinogi-Zukuri Katana Raptor blade, which has become the most common Japanese katana blade design, provides speed and cutting power. With a distinct yokote, these blades were originally produced in the late Heian period, around 987 AD. C. HanweiRaptor Series : Designed under the auspices of master cutter James Williams, the Raptor series has been created for the cutting practitioner who does not necessarily have access to cutting mats but wishes to practice and perfect their cutting technique. The blades are forged from 5160 high carbon steel and receive a special heat treatment to produce very high resilience and a higher tolerance to misdirected cuts than a conventional differentially hardened blade. This steel structure also avoids the need for excessive thickness, allowing the blades to reproduce the weight and handling characteristics of the Japanese originals. The edge geometry is configured to facilitate cutting soft and semi-hard materials without chipping, allowing the cutter a wide variety of targets. Each katana in the series features a unique blade style, each with its origins in Japanese sword-making history, giving the cutting practitioner options in both aesthetics and handling characteristics. Construction details of the Raptor series: Blades: forged from 5160 high carbon steel, hardened to an edge hardness of 57 HRC. Spike (Nakago): full body, with double pin. Ferrules (Habaki): brass Handles (Tsuka): wood core, genuine rayon leather (Same), special non-elastic suede wrap (Tsuka-ito) for firm grip and wear resistance. Handle ornaments of raptor feathers (Menuki). Guards (Tsuba): traditional blackened iron, raptor motif. Hardware (Fuchi/Kashira): blackened steel, raptor motif. Sheaths (Saya): wood, anti-fingerprint textured lacquered finish. Details of the Raptor Katana Shinogi-Zukuri: Designed by James Williams / Hanwei Historic style blade, forged from 5160 high carbon steel Total length: approx. 102.2cm Blade length: approx. 71.1 cm Handle length: approx. 27.9 cm Weight: approx. 1162 g Specifications may vary slightly from part to part.
Price: 686.86 USD
Location: Olias del Rey
End Time: 2023-11-24T18:03:42.000Z
Shipping Cost: 75.56 USD
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Item must be returned within: 14 Days
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Fabricante: Hanwei