This sword is one of three exciting versions of the stick sword of Zatoichi, the legendary blind Samurai. The ever-popular black Hanwei SH1014, with its fully tempered carbon steel blade is joined by the SH2267 which features a fully-forged straight Katana blade, housed in a natural hardwood scabbard and handle combination, while the superbly folded blade of the SH2114 is housed in exquisite rosewood.
Specifications
Overall: 39 1/2" (100cm)
Blade Length: 28 1/2" (72.4cm)
Handle Length: 10 1/2" (26.7cm)
Weight: 1lb 8oz (680g)
Point of Balance: 8" (20.3cm)
Width at Guard: .98" (2.5cm)
Width at Tip: .80" (2cm)
Thickness at Guard: .25" (0.63cm)
Thickness at Tip: .20" (0.5cm)
Blade Steel: 5140
Specs will vary slightly from piece to piece.
*Display stand not included.