Lawrance Ordnance
802 George Street Sydney NSW 2000 Australia
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LFD 404021238
Hanwei Shuihi Tachi (SH2185)
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| Specifications | |
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| Overall Length | 38 1/4" |
| Blade Length | 27 1/2" |
| Handle Length | 9 3/4" |
| Weight | 2lb 10oz |
This masterful piece by Hanwei combines the elements of one of the most popular Chinese classic novels with an elegantly crafted and superbly decorated Tachi. Shui Hu Chuan (Water Margin Chronicles), translated by Pearl S. Buck as "All Men are Brothers", is a truly epic tale of a band of outlaws who, in Robin Hood fashion, attempt to overthrow a corrupt government in the name of the Emperor. Our Tachi tells the story in a series of exquisitely-detailed bas-relief panels on the sides of the tsuka ans saya, held inplace by retainers that are themselves decorated in a chrysanthemum motif.The blade of the Tachi is no less outstanding - forged and folded in Swedish powder steel, with a hamon displaying elements of both notare and gunome, it is in itself a work of art.
- $2135.00
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.
