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Hanwei Japanese Three Monkey Wakizashi (SH2330)

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Hanwei Three Monkey Wakizashi Hanwei Three Monkey Wakizashi
Specifications
Overall Length 30"
Blade Length 19 3/4"
Handle Length 6 1/2"
Weight 1lb 13oz
Point of Balance 4"
Sori 1/2"

The “Three Wise Monkeys” is a popular symbol of the “See no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil” proverb popular in many cultures around the world. The proverb itself is thought to have originated in China and was brought to Japan by a Buddhist monk, while the association with three monkeys appears to be a Japanese play on words. Our Three Monkey Wakizashi is built on a traditional Shinogi Zukuri style blade with Bo-Hi to reduce weight and improve balance. The high-carbon blade is hand forged and differentially hardened. The blackened iron Tsuba features the “Three Wise Monkeys” in relief. See model SH2329 for the companion Katana.

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.


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