John Lee Dragon Katana

Hand forged samurai sword from JOHN LEE series

Masterpieces of Asian blacksmithing

- The blades of the swords are hand forged from carbon steel and hardened in the traditional way.

- The sharpened blades received a bo-hi (channel) to reduce weight.

- The handles (Tsuka) are made of wood, covered with real fish skin (Same).

- The wrapper of the handle (Tsuka-Ito) is made of black cotton in the traditional way.

- Two menukis are inserted on the handle.

- The shanks of the sword are particularly long and attached to the handle by two bamboo pins (Mekugi).

- The sheaths (saya) are made of wood.

- The blade clamps (Habaki) are made of brass.

- Made according to museum models.

The dragon still plays a major role in Japan today, particularly during the New Year celebration. Contrary to Western mysticism, the dragon in Japan is a mythical animal that brings good luck. The sword has a thin harmony line. The tsuba of this remarkable sword consists of a dragon surrounding the sword.

Details :

- This knife has a sharp blade.

- Total length: approximately 103 cm

- Blade length: approximately 72 cm

- Handle length: approximately 31 cm

- Curvature of the blade (sori): approximately 18-20 mm

- Thickness of the back of the blade: approximately 5-6 mm

- Weight without sheath: approximately 1 kg

- Weight with case: approximately 1.25 kg

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