We offer you a beautifully crafted
John Lee Aikuchi Tanto. A particularly noble piece. The Aikuchi Tanto traditionally has no guard plate (tsuba). Particularly large and powerful versions like this one, called yoroidoshi (literally: "through the armor"), were once used to pierce armor in close combat.
- Unokubi Zukuri-style blade with fuller (Bo-Hi), hand-forged from 1045 carbon steel.
- The blade is blunted with an integrated hamon line for a particularly authentic look.
- Black cotton handle wrap in classic Hineri Maki style.
- Black, high-gloss lacquered scabbard (Kuroro style) made of wood.
- he tanto can be completely dismantled.
- No plastic is used, only high-quality, authentic materials are used
- Blade ferrule (habaki) and washers (seppa) are made of brass.
- The traditional grip winding is lined with real ray skin.
- All ornaments (Tsuba, Fuchi, Menuki, Kashira) are made of metal.
- Supplied with a protective cover made of fabric and in an attractive collector's box.
- Each original John Lee sword comes with a seal and a certificate.
Please note: The John Lee Aikuchi Tanto is extra blunted!
Characteristics:
Handle length 17.5 cm | Blade length 32 cm | Total length (without scabbard) 50 cm | Weight (without scabbard) 500 g
