This is a powerful straight blade over 26" in length and 1.5" wide. It has been hand forged from 1095 and selectively heat treat. It shows nice activity in the hamon and has working polish that shows it off. The handle has a Japanese construction with a copper habaki, gold plated seppa and custom Damascus tsuba in carved relief. The handle is Laotian Flamewood with custom fushi kashira. The wrapping is a braided cord style. It comes with a stand and no saya. This is a totally custom sword and a major piece.
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For details of the blade go to the Dha gallery For details of the Tsuba construction go to Tsuba Gallery There are also galleries on the making of the Shitodome and on Tying the Knot
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