Paul Chen/Hanwei SH2414 Designed by James Williams/Hanwei The Raptor Katana, Shinogi Zukuri 28" 5160 High-Carbon Steel Scabbards Saya Wood, Non-Fingerprinting Textured Lacquer Finish MFG'S Price $539.00 Thank you and good luck!!

Paul Chen/Hanwei/ SH2414 Designed by James Williams/Hanwei The Raptor Katana, Moroha Zukuri 26 1/2" 5160 High-Carbon Steel Scabbards (Saya) - Wood, Non-Fingerprinting Textured Lacquer Finish! Designed under the auspices of cutting master James Williams the Raptor series, our new line of cutting katanas, has been created for the cutting practitioner who does not necessarily have access to mats but who wishes to practice and perfect his cutting technique. The blades are forged in 5160 high-carbon steel and specially heat treated to produce very high resilience and greater tolerance of misdirected cuts than a conventional deferentially tempered blade. This steel structure also avoids the need for excessive thickness, allowing the blades to replicate the weight and handling characteristics of Japanese originals. The edge geometry is configured to facilitate the cutting of both soft and semi-hard materials without chipping, allowing the cutter a wide choice of targets. Each katana in the series features a unique blade style, each with its origins in Japanese swordmaking history, providing the cutting practitioner with choices in both aesthetics and handling characteristics. The Raptor Shinogi-Zukuri blade, which has evolved as the most common Japanese katana blade design, provides both speed and cutting power. Featuring a distinct yokote, such blades were originally produced after the Heian period, around 987 AD. Made by Hanwei Key Features 5160 Steel Historical blade style Designed by James Williams / Hanwei Raptor Katana, Shinogi Zukuri MSRP: $539.00 In stock Made In China Specifications Overall: 40 1/4" Blade Length: 28" Handle Length: 11" Weight: 2lb 9oz Blade Steel: 5160 Specs will vary slightly from piece to piece     Paul Chen/Hanwei SH2414 Designed by James Williams/Hanwei The Raptor Katana, Shinogi Zukuri 28" 5160 High-Carbon Steel Scabbards Saya Wood, Non-Fingerprinting Textured Lacquer Finish MFG'S Price $539.00 "World Wide SPECIAL" "GET ONE BEFORE THEY ARE ALL GONE" "Made In China"