In many cultures around the world, the dragon is considered a powerful primeval animal and a magical mixed and mythical creature. Dragons are the symbol of beauty, immeasurable strength, earth energy and its renewal, imagination and vigilance. The Dragon Katana by John Lee takes up this symbolism (tsuba and ornamental rate). The warrior connects with the dragon. BEING ONE - without wanting and in absolute unintentionality, dragon and warrior form an eternal connection - on the path of the great.
- Shinogi-Zukuri style blade with fillet (Bo-Hi), hand-forged from 1045 carbon steel.
- The blade has an integrated Hamon line for a particularly authentic look.
- Handle wrapping made of black cotton in the classic Hineri-Maki style.
- Black, high-gloss lacquered sheath (Kuroro style) made of wood. With a long rod, which is fixed in the handle with 2 bamboo pins (Mekugi). The sword can thus be fully dismantled.
- No plastic is used, only high-quality, authentic materials are used.
- Blade clamp (Habaki) and washers (Seppa) are made of brass.
- The traditional handle winding is underlaid with real ray skin.
- All ornamental rates (Tsuba, Fuchi, Menuki, Kashira) are made of metal.
- Supplied with a protective cover made of fabric and in an attractive collector's box.
- Every original John Lee sword comes with a seal and a certificate.
Please note: The John Lee Dragon Katana has a blunt edge (made dull).
Characteristics:
Handle length 30.5 cm | Blade length 72 cm | Total length (without scabbard) 103 cm | Weight (without sheath) 1000 g | Weight with scabbard 1200 g
