John Lee - Shintai Katana

Shintai are material objects that are revered as relics in religious sites. In Japanese mythology, they are considered as the dwellings of the gods (Kami). The sword is next to the mirror and the jewel (the Jap. Throne insignia) a typical Shintai
- Sharp honed Damascus blade made of 10458.000-folded carbon steel with over 8.000 layers
- Blade in Shinogi-Zukuri style with groove (Bo-Hi) and incorporated Hamon line
- Handle wrapping made of light brown cotton in the classic Hineri-Maki style
- Black, high-gloss lacquered wooden scabbard (Kuroro style)
- With a long handle, which is secured in the grip with 2 bamboo pegs (Mekugi). The sword is therefore fully disassemblable
- No plastic is used, only high-quality, authentic materials are used
- Blade collar (Habaki) and washers (Seppa) are made of brass
- The traditional handle wrapping is lined with genuine ray skin
- All decorative fittings (Tsuba, Fuchi, Menuki, Kashira) are made of metal
- Delivery includes a protective fabric cover and an attractive collector's box
- Each original John Lee sword comes with a seal and a certificate
Handle Material: Wood / Stingray skin / Cotton

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