Katana Raptor – Shobu Zukuri

Description The Raptor Shobu-Zukuri ( iris blade ) Katana Raptor blade has an elegant shape and powerful cutting ability. Notable for the absence of a yokote transition, this blade design became popular during the Nanboku-cho era (1336-1392 AD) and its popularity continued into the Muromachi period. HanweiRaptor Series : Designed under the auspices of master cutter James Williams, the Raptor series has been created for the cutting practitioner who does not necessarily have access to cutting mats but wishes to practice and perfect their cutting technique. The blades are forged from 5160 high carbon steel and receive a special heat treatment to produce very high resilience and a higher tolerance to misdirected cuts than a conventional differentially hardened blade. This steel structure also avoids the need for excessive thickness, allowing the blades to reproduce the weight and handling characteristics of the Japanese originals. The edge geometry is configured to facilitate cutting soft and semi-hard materials without chipping, allowing the cutter a wide variety of targets. Each katana in the series features a unique blade style, each with its origins in Japanese sword-making history, giving the cutting practitioner options in both aesthetics and handling characteristics. Construction details of the Raptor series: – Blades: forged from 5160 high carbon steel, hardened to an edge hardness of 57 HRC. – Spike (Nakago): full body, with double pin. – Ferrules (Habaki): brass – Handles (Tsuka): wood core, genuine rayon leather (Same), special non-elastic suede wrap (Tsuka-ito) for firm grip and wear resistance. Handle ornaments of raptor feathers (Menuki). – Guards (Tsuba): traditional blackened iron, raptor motif. – Hardware (Fuchi/Kashira): blackened steel, raptor motif. – Sheaths (Saya): wood, anti-fingerprint textured lacquered finish. Details of the Raptor Katana Shobu-Zukuri: – Designed by James Williams/Hanwei – Historic style blade, forged from 5160 high carbon steel – Total length: approx. 109.2cm – Blade length: approx. 73.7 cm – Handle length: approx. 33 cm – Weight: approx. 1219 g Specifications may vary slightly from part to part. Fabricado por Windlass Steelcrafts® La utilización de este producto, y de todos los ofrecidos en esta página web, será responsabilidad personal y exclusiva de la persona que las utilice. Especificaciones Weight 1219 g Dimensions 109 cm Brand Hanwei ShippingShipping in mainland Spain is free from 60 Euros of order, for other destinations it is calculated by product and place of delivery. The average shipping time is estimated at a period of between 3 and 10 days. You will receive an email with the tracking number at the time the order has left the warehouse.