Paul Chen Tiger Katana
A Paul Chen Tiger Katana is a sword that any collector would be proud to own.
It‘s hand forged and folded blade is made from K120C powder steel while the deeply lacquered saya is inlaid with brass bamboo leaves.
The ray skin used on the tsuka (grip) is of the highest quality and the tsuka-ito (grip wrapping) and sageo are woven from best quality Japanese cotton and the blackened iron Tsuba is inlaid with a brass tiger.
A feature is that the Fuchi, Kashira, Kojiri and Koiguchi made from blackened bronzed iron, are selectively detailed with gold.
The Paul Chen Tiger Katana would be a worthy addition to any sword collection
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Sword Description:
Hand forged and folded steel blades
Excellent quality
Traditional construction
Specifications:
Overall length: 44 1/2″
Blade length: 29 3/4
Handle length: 13 3/4″
Weight: 2 lbs. 12 oz.
Point of Balance: 5″
Width at Guard: 1.25″
Width at Tip: .88″
Thickness at Guard: .28″
Thickness at Tip: .21″
Sori: 3/4″
Weight in box: 6 lbs. 5 oz.
Box height: 50″
Box width: 5 1/2″
Specs will vary slightly from piece to piece
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