John Lee Dragon Tanto - Even today, the dragon plays a big role in Japan, especially during the New Year festival. Unlike the mysticism of the Western word, the dragon is a lucky mythical creature. The tsuba of this incredible sword is shaped like a dragon surrounding the sword.
- Shinogi Zukuri style sword with filler (Bo-Hi), forged from 1045 high carbon steel
- The blade is sharpened to a fine edge.
- Black cotton wrapping handle in classic Hineri Maki style.
- Black, lacquered wooden cover (Kuroro style).
- No plastic is used, only high-quality, original materials.
- The blade collar (Habaki) and washers (Seppa) are made of brass.
- The traditional handle wrap is lined with genuine ray skin.
- All decorations (Tsuba, Fuchi, Menuki, Kashira) are made of metal.
- Comes in a protective fabric sleeve and a nice collector's box.
Blade material: 1045 carbon steel
Handle material: wood / rye leather / cotton
Sheath material: wood
Handle length: 14.5 cm
Blade length: 26.5 cm
Total length (without case): 42 cm
Weight (without case/case): 465 g