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Tiger Blade in Shirasaya, without bo-hi

(Ref: HW1230)

Tiger Blade in Shirasaya, without bo-hi

For those wishing to build a custom Samurai sword on a Hanwei blade, we offer these bare blades in shirasaya. All are forged and differentially tempered in the same traditional fashion as the “forged” and “forged & folded” line of swords. The HW1094 has the same geometry as the Shinto Classic blade but is ungrooved to facilitate its use in building a cutting sword. The HW1231 folded steel blade is that used on the Tiger Katana and includes the grooves (bo-hi) featured on that piece, while the HW1230 is the same blade without grooves.

Key Features

  • Hand forged and folded K120C powder steel blade
  • Differentially tempered
  • Pre-fitted Habaki

Measurements / Specifications

Specification Metric Imperial
Overall 103.5cm 40¾"
Blade Length 75.6cm 29¾"
Grip Length 25.4cm 10"
Weight 0.900Kg 2lb 0oz

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Related products:
1. Shinto Blade in Shirasaya (Ref: HW1094)
2. Tiger Blade in Shirasaya, with bo-hi (Ref: HW1231)

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Bushido Katana

(Ref: HW1210)

Bushido Katana

Bushido, or “Way of the Warrior”, defines the code of conduct an honorable Samurai must follow. Much more than the western ideal of chivalry Bushido is a way of life; in both ancient and modern times. The koshirae of our Bushido set features various samurai battle scenes. The blades of eash are hand-forged and folded from K120C powder steel. The saya are deeply lacquered in gold with inlaid brass cherry blossom (sakura) flowers. High quality ray skin (same) is used on the tsuka of the katana and wakizashi, while the tsuka of the tanto is a gold-plated brass with decoration in relief. The tsuba of the katana and wakizashi is of blackened and bronzed iron, with detailing in gold and silver and a battle scene decoration. The tsuka-ito on the katana and wakizashi and the sageo on all three pieces are woven from premium Japanese cotton. The fuchi and kashira are of blackened bronze with brass detailing, and the kojiri, koiguchi and kurikata are of polished buffalo horn. The habaki is a one-piece brass construction. The katana and wakizashi blades are un-grooved, while the tanto blade is grooved (bo-hi) on both sides. The katana and wakizashi have medium-length (chu) kissaki.

Key Features

  • Hand forged and folded steel blade
  • Excellent quality
  • Traditional construction
  • Free Maintenance Kit
  • Free Sword Bag
  • Free UK Delivery

Measurements / Specifications

Specification Metric Imperial
Overall 101.6cm 40"
Blade Length 69.2cm 27¼"
Grip Length 29.2cm 11½"
Thickness 0.73cm ¼"
Weight 1.180Kg 2lb 10oz

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Related products:
1. Bushido Wakizashi (Ref: HW1211)
2. Bushido Tanto (Ref: HW1212)

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Tiger Blade in Shirasaya, with bo-hi

(Ref: HW1231)

Tiger Blade in Shirasaya, with bo-hi

For those wishing to build a custom Samurai sword on a Hanwei blade, we offer these bare blades in shirasaya. All are forged and differentially tempered in the same traditional fashion as the “forged” and “forged & folded” line of swords. The HW1094 has the same geometry as the Shinto Classic blade but is ungrooved to facilitate its use in building a cutting sword. The HW1231 folded steel blade is that used on the Tiger Katana and includes the grooves (bo-hi) featured on that piece, while the HW1230 is the same blade without grooves.

Key Features

  • Hand forged and folded K120C powder steel blade
  • Differentially tempered
  • Pre-fitted Habaki

Measurements / Specifications

Specification Metric Imperial
Overall 103.5cm 40¾"
Blade Length 75.6cm 29¾"
Grip Length 25.4cm 10"
Weight 0.830Kg 1lb 13oz

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Related products:
1. Shinto Blade in Shirasaya (Ref: HW1094)
2. Tiger Blade in Shirasaya, without bo-hi (Ref: HW1230)

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Momo No Saru Katana - Limited Edition

(Ref: HW1655)

Momo No Saru Katana - Limited Edition

We've been asked many times for limited editions of Hanwei Samurai swords and we think that we’ve found a winner in the Momo-no-Saru (or Peach Monkey). Limited to 500 Katana and 125 Wakizashi worldwide (100 and 25 will be available to the UK market respectively). The swords are built on folded Swedish powder-steel blades with the finest quality furniture. The blackened iron Tsuba and Fuchi/Kashira depict monkeys raiding a peach tree, a traditional favorite in Japan. Each sword comes with a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

Key Features

  • Hand forged and folded Swedish powder-steel blades
  • Finest Quality
  • Limited Edition
  • Free Maintenance Kit
  • Free Sword Bag
  • Free UK Delivery

Measurements / Specifications

Specification Metric Imperial
Overall 109.5cm 43"
Blade Length 69.2cm 27¼"
Weight 1.015Kg 2lb 4oz

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1. Momo No Saru Wakizashi - Limited Edition (Ref: HW1656)

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Orchid Katana

(Ref: HW1207)

Orchid Katana

Our Orchid set is as quick as it is beautiful with a relatively light blade of folded K120C and striking koshirae. The hamon is prominent and the hada shows distinct layers. High quality ray skin (same) is used on the tsuka, and the tsuka-ito and sageo on all three pieces are woven from premium Japanese cotton. The tsuba of the katana and wakizashi is of blackened iron, with an Orchid and Butterfly decoration inlaid in silver, brass and copper. The saya are deeply lacquered in blue with buffalo horn koiguchi and kurikata. The fuchi, kashira and kojiri are of bronzed iron with silver and gold detailing. The habaki is of one-piece brass construction. The katana and wakizashi feature a medium-length (chu) kissaki.

Key Features

  • Hand forged and folded steel blade
  • Excellent quality
  • Traditional construction
  • Free Maintenance Kit
  • Free Sword Bag
  • Free UK Delivery

Measurements / Specifications

Specification Metric Imperial
Overall 102.9cm 40½"
Blade Length 71.1cm 28"
Grip Length 29.2cm 11½"
Thickness 0.73cm ¼"
Weight 0.980Kg 2lb 3oz

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Related products:
1. Orchid Wakizashi (Ref: HW1208)
2. Orchid Tanto (Ref: HW1209)

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Tiger Katana

(Ref: HW1204)

Tiger Katana

Each piece in the Tiger group has a hand-forged and folded ASSAB-K120C powder steel blade, differentially tempered to produce an HRC60 edge, HRC40 back and a distinctive hamon. Saya are deeply lacquered in black, with inlaid brass bamboo leaves. The ray skin used on the tsuka is of the highest quality, and the tsuka-ito and sageo on all three pieces are woven from best quality Japanese cotton. The Fuchi, Kashira, Kojiri, Koiguchi and Kurigata are all made from blackened bronzed iron, selectively detailed in gold. The Tsuba of the Katana and Wakizashi are made from blackened iron, with a tiger inlaid in brass. The Habaki is of one-piece brass construction. The blades of all three pieces are grooved on both sides, with a short Kissaki on the Katana and Wakizashi.

Key Features

  • Hand forged and folded steel blade
  • Excellent quality
  • Traditional construction
  • Free Maintenance Kit
  • Free Sword Bag
  • Free UK Delivery

Measurements / Specifications

Specification Metric Imperial
Overall 113.0cm 44½"
Blade Length 75.6cm 29¾"
Grip Length 34.9cm 13¾"
Weight 1.240Kg 2lb 12oz

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Related products:
1. Tiger Elite Katana (Ref: HW6006KFG)
2. Tiger Wakizashi (Ref: HW1205)
3. Tiger Tanto (Ref: HW1206)

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Tiger Elite Katana

(Ref: HW6006KFG)

Tiger Elite Katana

Utilizing a hand forged and folded Performance Series katana blade of K120C powder steel and some of the finest fittings available, the Tiger Elite Katana is equally at home as a cutting blade or showpiece. The tsuka is wrapped in superb Japanese cotton with the highest quality same available. The pierced iron tsuba features a powerful tiger stalking her next prey. The saya is ribbed at the mouth and features a subtle inlaid bamboo leaf pattern near the kojiri.

The "PB" symbol indicates the blade is from the Performance series. The Elite katana's blade is a little wider and a little thicker then the traditional counterpart, allowing for easier cuts on normal targets.

Key Features

  • New Blade Geometry
  • Traditional Construction
  • Superior Quality
  • Free Maintenance Kit
  • Free Sword Bag
  • Free UK Delivery

Measurements / Specifications

Specification Metric Imperial
Overall 104.1cm 41"
Blade Length 73.7cm 29"
Grip Length 27.9cm 11"
Weight 1.120Kg 2lb 8oz

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Related products:
1. Tiger Katana (Ref: HW1204)
2. Tiger Wakizashi (Ref: HW1205)
3. Tiger Tanto (Ref: HW1206)

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Tori Elite Katana

(Ref: HW6007KFE)

Tori Elite Katana

The Tori katana combines truly elegant furniture and a powder-steel folded blade with the functionality of our Performance Series. The Tori features a ”Flying Crane” themed Tsuba and Fuchi/Kashira while the Menuki are Kabuto or Japanese helmets. The high quality brown leather Tsuka-ito is wrapped over black Same. The Saya is wrapped at the mouth with black-lacquered rattan and then finished in a textured brown. The Tori is available in three folded steel cutting blade profiles and three Iaito blade lengths.

The "PB" symbol indicates the blade is from the Performance series. The Elite katana's blade is a little wider and a little thicker then the traditional counterpart, allowing for easier cuts on normal targets. The XL blade is significantly wider, for use in cutting heavy targets, and finally the XL Light has the XL's profile, but with a bo-hi, reducing the weight to the point where double cuts are possible, but clean cuts on heavy targets can still be made.

Key Features

  • Folded powder-steel blade
  • Premium fittings
  • New Performance blade geometry
  • Free Maintenance Kit
  • Free Sword Bag
  • Free UK Delivery

Measurements / Specifications

Specification Metric Imperial
Overall 101.6cm 40"
Blade Length 71.1cm 28"
Grip Length 27.9cm 11"
Weight 1.090Kg 2lb 6oz

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Related products:
1. Tori XL Katana (Ref: HW6007XFF)
2. Tori XL Light Katana (Ref: HW6007LFF)
3. Tori Tanto - Folded Blade (Ref: HW6007KFT-1)
4. Tori Tanto - Non-Folded Blade (Ref: HW6007KFT-2)
5. Tori Iaito (Ref: HW6007IGC)

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Tori XL Katana

(Ref: HW6007XFF)

Tori XL Katana

The Tori katana combines truly elegant furniture and a powder-steel folded blade with the functionality of our Performance Series. The Tori features a ”Flying Crane” themed Tsuba and Fuchi/Kashira while the Menuki are Kabuto or Japanese helmets. The high quality brown leather Tsuka-ito is wrapped over black Same. The Saya is wrapped at the mouth with black-lacquered rattan and then finished in a textured brown. The Tori is available in three folded steel cutting blade profiles and three Iaito blade lengths.

The "PB" symbol indicates the blade is from the Performance series. The Elite katana's blade is a little wider and a little thicker then the traditional counterpart, allowing for easier cuts on normal targets. The XL blade is significantly wider, for use in cutting heavy targets, and finally the XL Light has the XL's profile, but with a bo-hi, reducing the weight to the point where double cuts are possible, but clean cuts on heavy targets can still be made.

Key Features

  • Folded powder-steel blade
  • Premium fittings
  • New Performance blade geometry
  • Free Maintenance Kit
  • Free Sword Bag
  • Free UK Delivery

Measurements / Specifications

Specification Metric Imperial
Overall 102.9cm 40½"
Blade Length 72.4cm 28½"
Grip Length 27.9cm 11"
Weight 1.200Kg 2lb 10oz

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Related products:
1. Tori Elite Katana (Ref: HW6007KFE)
2. Tori XL Light Katana (Ref: HW6007LFF)
3. Tori Tanto - Folded Blade (Ref: HW6007KFT-1)
4. Tori Tanto - Non-Folded Blade (Ref: HW6007KFT-2)
5. Tori Iaito (Ref: HW6007IGC)

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Tori XL Light Katana

(Ref: HW6007LFF)

Tori XL Light Katana

The Tori katana combines truly elegant furniture and a powder-steel folded blade with the functionality of our Performance Series. The Tori features a ”Flying Crane” themed Tsuba and Fuchi/Kashira while the Menuki are Kabuto or Japanese helmets. The high quality brown leather Tsuka-ito is wrapped over black Same. The Saya is wrapped at the mouth with black-lacquered rattan and then finished in a textured brown. The Tori is available in three folded steel cutting blade profiles and three Iaito blade lengths.

The "PB" symbol indicates the blade is from the Performance series. The Elite katana's blade is a little wider and a little thicker then the traditional counterpart, allowing for easier cuts on normal targets. The XL blade is significantly wider, for use in cutting heavy targets, and finally the XL Light has the XL's profile, but with a bo-hi, reducing the weight to the point where double cuts are possible, but clean cuts on heavy targets can still be made.

Key Features

  • Folded powder-steel blade
  • Premium fittings
  • New Performance blade geometry
  • Free Maintenance Kit
  • Free Sword Bag
  • Free UK Delivery

Measurements / Specifications

Specification Metric Imperial
Overall 102.9cm 40½"
Blade Length 72.4cm 28½"
Grip Length 27.9cm 11"
Weight 1.150Kg 2lb 9oz

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OUR PRICE: £844.00 / €1,097.20 (Including VAT at 17.5%)



Related products:
1. Tori Elite Katana (Ref: HW6007KFE)
2. Tori XL Katana (Ref: HW6007XFF)
3. Tori Tanto - Folded Blade (Ref: HW6007KFT-1)
4. Tori Tanto - Non-Folded Blade (Ref: HW6007KFT-2)
5. Tori Iaito (Ref: HW6007IGC)

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Ronin Katana

(Ref: HW2360)

Ronin Katana

The Story of the 47 Ronin is one of the most celebrated and influential tales of the Samurai from the Edo period. Lord Asano was a powerful Daimyo ordered by the Shogun to entertain guests of the Imperial Family. The highest ranking master of protocol, Kira, was given the task of teaching Asano, among others, proper matters of etiquette in this task. Lord Asano and Kira quickly grew to dislike each other and the teacher insulted his student at every opportunity. No longer able to contain himself, Asano drew his sword upon Kira, wounding him in the attack. This act led to Asano’s ordered suicide (seppuku) and the confiscation of his property. On December 14, 1702, nearly one year after Asano’s death, 47 of Asano’s men (now Ronin), descended upon the mansion of Kira to exact their revenge. After a fierce battle, the Ronin demanded that Kira commit seppuku for his transgressions against their former master. When he refused he was beheaded. For their actions the Ronin were themselves sentenced to death by seppuku. They are buried together at the Sengakuji, offering a true testament to the loyalty inherent in the Samurai.

Our Ronin Koshirae Katana captures the spirit of Lord Asano’s 47 Ronin. The blackened iron Tsuba depicts Asano’s followers on their vengeful march. The blade is hand forged & folded Swedish powder steel with Hi in a traditional Shinogi Zukuri style.

Key Features

  • Hand forged and folded Swedish powder steel blade
  • New Performance blade geometry
  • Premium fittings
  • Free Maintenance Kit
  • Free Sword Bag
  • Free UK Delivery

Measurements / Specifications

Specification Metric Imperial
Overall 102.9cm 40½"
Blade Length 72.4cm 28½"
Grip Length 27.9cm 11"
Weight 1.090Kg 2lb 6oz

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Kami Katana

(Ref: HW1201)

Kami Katana

Each piece in the Kami group has a hand-forged and folded ASSAB-K120C powder steel blade, differentially tempered to produce an HRC60 edge, HRC40 back and a distinctive hamon. Saya are deeply lacquered in red, with a black ring-carved section at the sageo. The ray skin used on the tsuka is of the highest quality, and the tsuka-ito on the Katana and Wakizashi and the sageo on all three pieces are woven from best quality Japanese silk.

The Fuchi, Kashira, Kojiri, Koiguchi and Kurigata are all made from blackened bronze, with decoration in relief and selective detailing of copper, silver and gold. The Tsuba of the Katana and Wakizashi, depicting the Kami, or Guardian Warriors, are made from hardened blackened copper, with decoration in relief and selective silver and gold detailing. The Habaki is of two-piece construction, the inner section being copper and the outer section gold-plated brass. The blades are engraved, at the Habaki, with a hand-engraved "Fudo" horomono, a traditional blade carving from the Edo period. The blades of all three pieces are grooved on both sides, and each piece features a long o-Kissaki.

Key Features

  • Hand forged & folded steel blades
  • Top-of-the-line quality
  • Traditional construction
  • Free Maintenance Kit
  • Free Sword Bag
  • Free UK Delivery

Measurements / Specifications

Specification Metric Imperial
Overall 104.1cm 41"
Blade Length 73.7cm 29"
Grip Length 27.3cm 10¾"
Thickness 0.68cm ¼"
Weight 1.180Kg 2lb 10oz

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RRP: £1200.00

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Related products:
1. Kami Wakizashi (Ref: HW1202)
2. Kami Tanto (Ref: HW1203)

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Oni Katana

(Ref: HW6018KLG)

Oni Katana

The Oni are mythical creatures from Japanese folklore similar to western demons or trolls. In modern culture they are beginning to move away from this menacing connotation into the role of guardian or protector, similar in character to gargoyles. Their power and ferocity, however, have not diminished. There is a Japanese saying which translates to “Oni with an iron club”, or to be of an invincible nature, a fitting association with the 29” L6/Bainite blade on which our Oni Katana is built. The blade features the geometry of our Performance Series for outstanding cutting ability. The 14” tsuka is wrapped in black ray skin and silk ito while the Koshirae feature Oni in various classical styles. A unique combination of folklore and functionality.

Key Features

  • Hand forged and folded new L6/Bainite blade
  • New Performance blade geometry
  • Premium fittings
  • Free Maintenance Kit
  • Free Sword Bag
  • Free UK Delivery

Measurements / Specifications

Specification Metric Imperial
Overall 111.8cm 44"
Blade Length 73.7cm 29"
Grip Length 35.6cm 14"
Weight 1.260Kg 2lb 12oz

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OUR PRICE: £1,084.00 / €1,409.20 (Including VAT at 17.5%)

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Praying Mantis Katana

(Ref: HW2359)

Praying Mantis Katana

The Praying Mantis is a symbol of cunning and power in Japanese culture and is consequently a highly respected theme in Samurai swords. Built on our new L6/Bainite blade (detailed above) in the Shobu Zukuri style with Bo-Hi, and featuring superb koshirae, the Praying Mantis is a very desirable and functional piece. The subdued green silk ito and deep brown of the lacquered saya provide handsome contrast to the dark copper and golden accents of the tsuba, fuchi and kashira. The stalking mantis lies in wait for his next prey, mirroring the power and grace in this exceptional katana.

Key Features

  • Hand forged and folded new L6/Bainite blade
  • Unrivaled quality
  • Premium fittings
  • Free Maintenance Kit
  • Free Sword Bag
  • Free UK Delivery

Measurements / Specifications

Specification Metric Imperial
Overall 104.1cm 41"
Blade Length 73.7cm 29"
Grip Length 27.9cm 11"
Weight 1.120Kg 2lb 8oz

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OUR PRICE: £1,084.00 / €1,409.20 (Including VAT at 17.5%)

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Paper Crane Katana

(Ref: HW2294)

Paper Crane Katana

Our Paper Crane Daisho is without doubt the greatest achievement in sword making artistry yet available from Hanwei. The blade is crafted from Hanwei’s own Tamahagane steel (see above) while the fittings reflect the atmosphere of the Japanese theater. The Daisho’s name stems from the origami (the art of paper folding) cranes that decorate the striking Tsuba and Fuchi/Kashira, all of which feature highly-prized “Nanako” or stippled backgrounds. The Menuki feature thespian masks, a symbol shared by the Japanese theater and its western counterpart. The Saya of the katana houses a Kozuka (small knife) while that of the Wakizashi carries a Kogai (hair pick) The Kozuka and Kogai are decorated with musical instruments of the theater. The Paper Crane theme is carried to the outstanding hand-woven silk Sageo, the result of many hours of skilled work on a hand loom.

Key Features

  • Hand forged and folded Tamahagane steel blade
  • Unrivaled quality
  • Premium fittings
  • Free Maintenance Kit
  • Free Sword Bag
  • Free UK Delivery

Measurements / Specifications

Specification Metric Imperial
Overall 99.7cm 39¼"
Blade Length 71.1cm 28"
Grip Length 26.0cm 10¼"
Weight 1.050Kg 2lb 5oz

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OUR PRICE: £1,927.00 / €2,505.10 (Including VAT at 17.5%)



Related products:
1. Paper Crane Wakizashi (Ref: HW2328)

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