• Akechi Katana is a strong and heavy Samurai Sword, perfect for those who are looking a for a Katana the reminds a battlefield sword   
• The Koshirae is a fatihful reproduction of a piece preserved in the Tokyo National Museum 
• Top quality sharp Katana sword, heavy and balanced, designed exclusively for the practice of Iaido, Kendo and Kenjutsu.
• Shihozume kitae 1045+1060+1095 high carbon steel clay tempered shinken blade without Bohi and real Hamon "Gunome Choji" style
• Full tang blade secured to the tsuka with two Mekugi (bamboo pins)
• Black-Gold silk Tsukaito, alternate Hineri Maki style Tsukamaki with Hishigami and black real ray skin Samegawa
• Black laquered Saya with Kurikata, Kojiri and Koiguchi made of real buffalo horn
• Supplied with a elegant burgundy cotton bag
• Perfectly balanced and suitable for beginners and experts
• This product has passed the YariNoHanzo quality control

The Katana Akechi is an exclusive 18th-anniversary edition, designed for those who seek the power and authenticity of a battlefield sword. This strong and heavy Japanese sword embodies the raw strength of the samurai warrior, making it ideal for Iaido, Kendo, and Kenjutsu. The Koshirae is a faithful reproduction of a historical piece preserved in the Tokyo National Museum, ensuring both tradition and historical accuracy.

Forged using the Shihozume Kitae technique, the blade is crafted from a 1045+1060+1095 high-carbon steel composite, resulting in exceptional durability and cutting power. The clay tempering process produces an authentic "Gunome Choji" hamon, highlighting the meticulous craftsmanship of this katana. With its full tang construction, secured by two Mekugi, the Akechi Katana guarantees maximum strength, reliability, and longevity for rigorous training and practice.

The elegant yet robust Koshirae enhances the katana’s presence, featuring a black and gold silk Tsukaito, woven in the Hineri Maki Tsukamaki style, ensuring a secure and comfortable grip. Beneath it, the genuine black Samegawa (ray skin) with Hishigami inserts provides additional structure and durability, maintaining both aesthetic appeal and functional excellence.

The black lacquered Saya, reinforced with buffalo horn Kurikata, Kojiri, and Koiguchi, is designed for maximum durability and a sleek traditional look. This katana is perfectly balanced despite its weight, offering smooth handling and powerful cutting capabilities, making it suitable for beginners and advanced practitioners alike.

Having passed the strict quality control of YariNoHanzo, the Katana Akechi represents the pinnacle of Japanese sword craftsmanship. Delivered in an elegant burgundy cotton bag, this limited-edition katana is a must-have for collectors, martial artists, and enthusiasts of samurai history.

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