Ishikawa Goemon (* 16th century; † 10 August 1594) is regarded as the Japanese Robin Hood, who gave gifts to the poor by stealing from the rich. Many legends surround his life, such as the failed assassination attempt on Toyotomi Hideyoshi, after which he and other members of his family were sentenced to death by boiling oil. The John Lee Goemon Katana is dedicated to this folklore hero. The tsuba shows Goemon after a wood engraving by Toyokuni Ichiyoai as he tries to keep his son out of the cauldron during his execution. The fuchi also bears his name in Japanese script.
- Blade made of 9260 carbon spring steel in Unokubi-Zukuri style.
- Hand-painted tsuba with classic woodcut motifs.
- Brown suede grip wrapping underlaid with blackened ray skin.
- Black high-gloss lacquered scabbard with buffalo horn ends.
- High-quality, two-colour sageo.
- Made according to museum models.
- Supplied with protective cover and in an attractive collector's box.
- Each original John Lee sword comes with a seal and a certificate.
- Supplied with protective cover and in an attractive collector's box.
- Every original John Lee sword comes with a seal and a certificate.
Please note: The John Lee Goemon Katana has a blunt edge (made dull).
Characteristics:
Blade steel: 9260 carbon spring steel | Handle material: wood / ray skin / cotton | Scabbard: wood | Handle length: 29 cm | Blade length: 74.5 cm | Total length (without scabbard): 104 cm | Weight (without sheath): 1150 g
