Practical Wakizashi

The ever-popular Practical Katana (SH1070), Wakizashi (SH2061) and Tanto (SH2254) from Paul Chen give the martial artist the opportunity to own and use a Hanwei sword at the cost of an economy sword. The blades are forged and differentially hardened, using the same process as the more expensive blades and producing an HRC60 edge and HRC40 back. The temper line is authentic and prominent. Cost savings are effected by using fittings which, while making no claims to authenticity, are very strongly built by Hanwei to withstand the rigors of cutting exercises in the dojo.

Please note: Our range of katana, wakizashi and tantō are all made by hand and will feature the minor imperfections relating to this method of manufacture. This process ensures each piece is as unique as their historical counterparts. The main focus of the Practical Range is the blade. The fittings, although well made, do not have the same attention to detail found on more expensive lines. The Ito (handle wrap) may have a different number and proximity of diamonds to those shown in the picture.

Total length:  70cm
Blade length:  51cm
Grip length:  17cm
Weight:  680g
Blade thickness (base):  0.6cm
Blade thickness (CoP):  0.4cm
Blade width (base):  2.7cm
Blade width (CoP):  1.7cm
Point of Balance (PoB):  10.1cm
Edge: Sharp
Scabbard: Black Lacquer Wood Saya

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.