Each piece in the Great wave Series (PC5002,
PC5004,
& PC5022)
is stylized with the renowned Tomoe motif. The tsuba, fuchi, &
kashira are made of black iron and marked with the Tomoe crest (mon).
The blades are
hand-forged from T10 high-carbon steel and are differentially tempered
using traditional claying methods. The temper line (hamon) is evident
and prominent. Each
piece has a deeply lacquered black saya with a one-piece brass habaki
construction.
Real ray skin
(same) is used on the tsuka, and the tsuka-ito and sageo are made
of premium woven Japanese black cotton. The katana and wakizashi
are constructed with a large o-kissaki and are ideal for cutting
exercises (tameshigiri). The
handle on the tanto is an attractive ribbed buffalo horn.
Also available as a set >>
Tsunami Set.
KEY
FEATURES:
High-carbon steel
Deeply lacquered black saya
Ideal for cutting exercises |
MEASUREMENTS:
Handle Length: 11
Overall Length.: 40
Blade Length: 28"
Blade Thickness: 1/4" tapered to 3/16" |