Hanwei Great Wave Tanto
Availability: Out of stock
AUD$890.00
The Great Wave Tanto from Paul Chen of Hanwei displays the Tomoe motif used frequenly for family crests and shrine decoration. The blade is hand-forged from T10 high-carbon steel and is differentially hardened to produce a distinctive hamon.
Details
The Great Wave Tanto from Paul Chen of Hanwei displays the Tomoe motif used frequenly for family crests and shrine decoration. The koshirae are crafted in blackened iron and feature the Tomoe mon. The blade is hand-forged from T10 high-carbon steel and is differentially hardened to produce a distinctive hamon. The tanto`s tsuka is crafted in ribbed buffalo horn and the saya is deeply lacquered in black.
Specifications
| SPECIFICATION | METRIC | IMPERIAL |
| Manufacturer | Paul Chen/Hanwei | |
| Overall Length | 298mm | 11 3/4" |
| Blade Length | 152mm | 6 3/4" |
| Handle Length | 102mm | 4" |
| Weight | 0.28 Kg | 10 oz |
| Point of Balance | ||
| Width at Guard | ||
| Width at Tip | ||
| Thickness at Guard | 7.11mm | 0.28" |
| Thickness at Tip | ||
| Blade Steel | T10 | |
| Specifications will vary slightly from piece to piece. | ||