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LFD 404021238
Hanwei Japanese Practical Plus XL Light Katana (SH6001LPF)
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| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 41" |
| Blade Length | 28 1/2" |
| Handle Length | 11" |
| Weight | 2lb 9oz |
| Point of Balance | 5 1/2" |
| Width at Guard | 1.45" |
| Width at Tip | 1.12" |
| Thickness at Guard | .24" |
| Thickness at Tip | .19" |
| Sori | 3/4" |
The Practical Plus XL Light Katana provides a very economical cutting sword as dependable as the Practical XL Light Katana (SH6000LPF), but using more traditional fittings and construction methods. The blade is forged and differentially hardened (HRC60 edge, HRC40 back) and the hamon is prominent. The Practical Plus features genuine Same (Rayskin) on the Tsuka, with a tightly-woven cotton wrap (Tsuka-Ito). The long tang is double-pegged for security.The fittings of the Practical Plus are decorated in a Japanese Dogwood motif with lion dog menuki, and the handsome Tsuba is of an iron “sunburst” design with a brass habaki. The Practical Plus has been extended to include all of the Performance Series blades; with three cutting styles and three iaito lengths. Maintenance kit available separately (OH1003).
The XL Light blades feature the same geometry as those of the XL but incorporate deeply cut grooves (bo-hi) to reduce the weight of the blade while retaining most of it’s strength and cutting ability. This weight reduction makes for a quicker sword, well adapted for multiple cuts in lighter targets.
- $499.00
In Stock
The name of Hanwei, and that of its founder Paul Chen, engender an image of fine functional swords and historical weaponry. Based in Dalian, China, Hanwei manages to combine traditional craftsmanship with modern tooling and metallurgy, in a way that enables it to supply a world-wide market while meeting or exceeding the quality of custom-made products. Read more on the history of Hanwei.
