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Product description
The dragonfly (Tombo) is one of the most honorable symbols for the Japanese samurai. They symbolize the courage of a warrior and the mentality of never giving up.
This katana stands out in many ways, earning a name of honor: Tombo. Its most immediately striking feature is the outstanding tsuba, showcasing two hand-painted dragonflies.
The blade is made from carbon steel in the Shobu-Zukuri style. The sharp edge has a hardness of 60 HRC and the blunt edge is 40 HRC. The blade is finished with Hamon. The wine red grip wrapping is done in the Hineri-Maki style. The grip is wrapped with shagreen and rough woven cotton.
The wooden scabbard is made in the Kuroro style and includes a Kozuka (additional knife).
Product details
Product details:
Material blade: 1095 carbon steel, 60 HRC (edge) / 40 HRC (back);
Material handle: wood / ray skin / cotton;
Scabbard: wood;
Length grip: 29.5 cm;
Blade length: 68 cm;
Total length (without scabbard): 98.5 cm;
Weight (without scabbard): 1100 g
