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CAS Hanwei25th Anniversary Catalog

2010marksthe25thanniversaryofCASsinceptionandtocelebrateourquarter-centuryHanweihasexcelledinproducingtheSilverAnniversaryShinto,asuperlativeLimitedEdition(verylimited!)versionofthefirstKatanathatHanweievermadeforCAS.TheoriginalShintoenabledmanyswordenthusiaststoaffordapurpose-builtcuttingswordforthefirsttime,introducingmanyenthusiaststothesportofTameshigiri,andtheSilverAnniversaryShinto,featuredonthecoversandPage14ofthiscatalogremainstruetothebasicdesignbutfeaturessilver-platedfittings,advancedblademetallurgyandastanduniquetothissword.

AlsonewtothiscatalogaretheswordsoftwotraditionallywarringNinjaclans(theKougaandIga,Page38)thatdepartfromthetypicalplain-JaneNinjastylingandwillbewelcomedbyNinjaphilesevery-where.ThenewTacticalWak(Page37)isamodernversionofthetraditionalWakizashi,intendedforseriousoutdooruseandprotectionitwillseealotofuseinthebackwoods.

Reenactorswill be excited about the newHand-and-a-Half sword (thePractical BastardSword,Page71),with itsupgradedsteel,greathandlingandnewuser-friendlyscabbardstyling.ThenumberofmartialartspractitionersenjoyingcuttingwithChinese-styleswordsisgrowingveryrapidlyandsowehadScottRodell,authorandteacherofthisdiscipline,designthefirstpurpose-builtcuttingsword(theCuttingJian,Page50)fortheseenthusiasts.

Severalmid-2009introductionsarenowalsoincludedinourfullcatalogforthefirsttime.TheruggedbuildoftheRaptorSeriesofkatanasisprovingverypopularwithcuttingenthusiastsandourlineofTinkerPearcedesignedswordscontinuestogrowwiththeadditionofadedicatedcuttingsword,TheGreatSwordofWar(Pg58)aswellassharpandreenactorversionsoftheNormansinglehandsword(Pg63).ThethreeShaolinTempleswords(Pages46and47)areprovidingcollectorswithaccesstotheonlyswordseverautho-rizedbytheShaolinTemple.

Weareexcited that2010alsosees theopeningofHanweis secondproduction facility inFuxin,very close toMongolia. The new facilitywill concentrate initially on producingHanweis own steels thatincludebothsteelwithhistoricallyprecedents(TamahaganeandWootz)andadvanced-metallurgyproducts,includingMaragingsteelandHanweisownhigh-alloy formulationsHWS-1andHWS-2. The facilitywillsupplybladeproductionmaterialsforboththeFuxinandDalianforgesandunderscoresHanweiscommit-menttomaintainingitsleadinsworddevelopment.

Pleasecalluswithanyquestionsyoumayhaveandremembertovisitusonlineat:www.cashanwei.com.TeamCASHanwei.

Welcome to the CAS Hanwei25th Anniversary Catalog!

To see our full line of reenactment gear request our all new Reenactors Catalog!

Japanese Accessories 44 Helmets 42 Katana Forged / Folded 15 Forged 20 Performance Series 28 Practical 25 Raptor Series new 4 Iaito 36 Mantis / Oni - Bainite 10 Mini Katana 43 Ninja-To new 38 Odachi 12 Paper Crane - Tamahagane 8 Pole Arms 41 Silver Anniversary Shinto new 14 Tachi 13 Tactical new 37 Zatoichi 40Chinese Accessories 57 Cutting Sword new 50 Dynasty Series 48 Gongfu 53 Jian 51 Pole Arms 56 Shaolin Temple Swords new 46 Tai Chi 54European Accessories 92 Axes 88 Cutlasses 75 Fantasy 86 Fencing 83 Helmets 90 Historical European Martial Arts 82 Iberia - Medieval 68 Medieval 64 Mini Knights 91 Pole Arms 87 Practical new 71 Rapiers 77 Renaissance 76 Scottish 66 Tinker Pearce Swords new 58 Viking 70

Books / DVDs 93

Contents

AnniversaryShinto 14

TacticalWakizashi 37

CuttingSword 50

Shaolin TempleSwords 46

PracticalBastard 71

TinkerNorman 63

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KATANA FOR THE MARTIAL ARTIST

MODERN / CUTTING KATANA

TRADITIONAL KATANATamahagane

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5160 marquenched blades are at the heart of these five traditional blade styles. Commanding cutting performance.

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8Our Paper Crane Daisho uses Hanweis own Tamahagane steel, following a centuries-old Japanese tradition.

These Hand Forged monosteel blades are available in several historical blade styles.

L6 tool steel, when subjected to an exacting heat treatment process, produces a blade with an unparalleled combination of strength and flexibility.

The Performance Series is the culmination of years of study of the optimum blade designs for todays martial artists.

The Practical Series redefine what is possible in an affordable and functional series of swords.

These unedged training blades provide for safe drawing for the beginning prac-titioner of the 450 year old art of Iaido.

Folded K120C Powder Steel blades and some of our highest quality fittings available make these swords highly desireable.

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JAPANESE SWORD GUIDE

Parts of a Katana

Hamon(temperline)

Yokote(pointline)

Ji(softersection)

Sageo(cord)

Kurikata(knob)

Koiguchi(scabbardmouth)

Mekugi(peg)

Kissaki(point)

Mune(back)

Hi(groove)

Nakago(tang)

Seppa(spacer)

Fuchi(sleeve)

Menuki(ornament)

Habaki(ferrule)

Tsuba(guard)

Kojiri(end-cap)

Kashira(pommel)

Mei(signature)

Saya(scabbard)

Nagasa(bladelength)

Tsuka(handle)

Forging ProcessDisplayOH2154MSRP:$599

Height:17Width:24

Katana Forging ProcessThisisanelegantdisplayarticulating the highlyskilled process of forgingand polishing a highcarbonsteelKatanablade.Each step in the processis clearly displayed andexplained, using smaller(18)versionsofKatana

bladesthathaveundergoneexactlythe same processes as full-sizedblades.Thisdisplayisbothaestheti-callypleasingandhighlyeducational.

4. Quenching: This is a critical partof the operation. The blade, with itsclaycovering,isheatedtoapredeter-minedtemperatureandquenchedinawaterbath.Theshapeandcontinuityof theHamon,theSori(bladecurva-ture), and blade straightness are alldeterminedbythecareandskillexer-cisedinquenching.

5.Sizing:TheSoriisadjustedifneces-sary, to set thepointofbalanceandpoint of percussion, and de-scaled.Roughpolishingiscarriedouttosizethe blade accurately. The Habaki(bladecollar)isfitted.

6. Finishing: Careful final polishingandfinefinishworkarecarriedoutonthe various surfaces to define ridge-linesandbringout thebeautyof theHamon.

2. Rough Shaping: The scale isremoved and the blade is shapedroughly to the required dimensions.At this stage, the steel is still in theannealed(soft)stateandthebladeisstraight.

1. Rough Forging: The blade isformed by hot forging a billet ofhigh-carbon steel. The repeatedhammeringprovidesanevendisper-sionofcarbonthroughoutthesteelforuniformstrengthofthefinishedblade.

3. Clay Covering: A special clay isapplied to the blade by hand, usinga thin coveringnear theedgeandathickerlayerovertherestoftheblade.This results in a relatively quickercoolingoftheedgeduringquenching,producing a hard edge and softerback.

Making a Katana

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ForgedintheKissakiMoroHaZukuristyle,thebladedesignoftheMorohaZukuri Katana is based on a Tachi blade believed to have been forgedaround800ADbythesmithAmakuni,thoughmanysimilarbladeshavebeenproducedinlaterJapanesehistory.ThestyleisseenasalinkbetweentheoldKenstraightswordsandthecurvedTachi(andlaterKatana).

Thestyleisunusualinhavingabackedgeonthetophalfoftheblade,withfullersstartingwherethisedgefinishesandcontinuingtothehilt.WehavedeliberatelyleftthisedgeunsharpenedforthebenefitofIaidopractitionersusedtoworkingwithmoreconventionalbladestyles.

Withabladelengthofjust26,thisswordisveryquickandisidealformultiplecutsinlighttargets.

Moroha Zukuri KatanaSH2413MSRP:$399

Overall:38Nagasa:26Tsuka:11Weight:2lb5oz

DesignedundertheauspicesofcuttingmasterJamesWilliamstheRaptorseries,ournewlineofcuttingKatanas,hasbeencreatedforthecuttingpractitionerwhodoesnotnecessarilyhaveaccesstomatsbutwhowishestopracticeandperfecthiscuttingtechnique.Thebladesareforgedin5160high-carbonsteelandspeciallyheattreatedtoproduceveryhighresilienceandgreatertoleranceofmisdirectedcuts thanaconventionaldifferentially temperedblade. Thissteelstructurealsoavoidstheneedforexcessivethickness,allowingthebladestoreplicatetheweightandhandlingcharacteristicsofJapaneseoriginals.Theedgegeometryisconfig-uredtofacilitatethecuttingofbothsoftandsemi-hardmaterialswithoutchipping,allowingthecutterawidechoiceoftargets.

EachKatana in theseries featuresauniquebladestyle,eachwith itsorigins inJapaneseswordmakinghistory,providing thecuttingpractitionerwithchoices inbothaestheticsandhandlingcharacteristics.

Moroha Zukuri Katana

Raptor Series

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TheRaptorUnokubi-Zukuri(CormorantsNeck)bladedesign ispatternedafter theshapeof theNaginata,thepowerful long-handledweaponpopularbetweenthe12thand14thcenturies.Notableforthestronglyrelieved Shinogi-Ji and diamond-shaped Kissaki,theUnokubi-Zukuri provides excellent balance in astrongcuttingblade.

The Nanbochuko period in Japanese history (the later part of the14thcentury)encompassedsixtyyearsofinternalconflictinJapan,which spawnedademand formoreandbigger swordblades thaneverproducedpreviously.Bladesbecamelongerandwider,some-timestoextremes(theOdachihaditsgenesisinthisperiod).Namedforthisperiod,theNanbokuchoKatanaisimpressivelysized.Withabladelengthof30,alongKissakiandaweightofjustunder3lbs.itisdesignedforheavytargets.Itis,however,surprisinglyagileandnimbleenoughtomasterdoublecuts.

Nanbokucho Katana

Unokubi-Zukuri Katana

Unokubi Zukuri KatanaSH2415MSRP:$399


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TheRaptorShinogi-Zukuriblade,whichhasevolvedasthemost common Japanese Katana blade design, providesboth speedandcuttingpower.FeaturingadistinctYokote,suchbladeswereoriginallyproducedaftertheHeianperiod,around987AD.

TheRaptorShobu-Zukuri (IrisLeaf)bladehasanelegantshapeandpowerfulcuttingability.Notablefor the absence of aYokote transition, this bladedesignbecamepopularduringtheNanbokuchoera(1336~1392AD)and itspopularitycontinued intotheMuromachiperiod.

Shinogi Zukuri Katana

Shobu Zukuri Katana

Shobu Zukuri KatanaSH2417MSRP:$375


Shinogi Zukuri KatanaSH2414MSRP:$399


Blades Forgedfrom5160high-carbonsteel,marquenchedtoanedgehardnessof57HRc.

Tangs(Nakago)

Fulllength,doublepegged.

Ferrules(Habaki)

Brass

Handles (Tsuka)

Woodcore,genuinerayskin(Same),specialnon-stretchsuededwrap(Tsuka-Ito)forfirmgripandwearresistance.Raptorfeathershiltorna-ments(Menuki).

Guards (Tsuba)

Traditionalblackenediron,Raptormotif.

Fittings (Fu-chi/Kashira)

Blackenedsteel,Raptormotif.

Scabbards(Saya)

Wood,non-fingerprintingtexturedlacquerfinish.

Construction Details

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WhiletheWakizashiandTantooftheRaptorseriesprovidematching pieces for any of the Raptor Katanas, they arein their own right designed as very effective cutting tools.Made in thebladestyleof JamesWilliamspersonalNamiRyuswords, thesepieceswillallow thecuttingpractitionertoperfecttechniquesforeachofthethreeweapons,atthesametimeastheycompleteanimpressivedisplay.

Wakizashi / Tanto

Raptor TantoSH2423MSRP:$245

Overall:16Nagasa:10Tsuka:4Weight:13oz

Raptor WakizashiSH2422MSRP:$299



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Paper Crane KatanaSH2294MSRP:$3,199


Paper Crane WakizashiSH2328MSRP:$1,979


OurPaperCraneDaishoiswithoutdoubtthegreatestachievementin swordmaking artistry yet available fromHanwei. The blade iscraftedfromHanweisownTamahaganesteel(seeinset)whilethefittingsreflecttheatmosphereoftheJapanesetheater.TheDaishosnamestemsfromtheorigami(theartofpaperfolding)cranesthatdecoratethestrikingTsubaandFuchi/Kashira,allofwhichfeaturehighly-prizedNanakoorstippledbackgrounds.TheMenukifeaturethespianmasks,asymbolsharedbytheJapanesetheateranditswestern counterpart. The Saya of the Katana houses a Kozuka(smallknife)whilethatoftheWakizashicarriesaKogai(hairpick)TheKozukaandKogaiaredecoratedwithmusical instrumentsofthe theater.ThePaperCrane theme is carried to theoutstandinghand-wovensilkSageo,theresultofmanyhoursofskilledworkonahandloom.

Paper Crane

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Tamahagane SteelismadebybuildingandfiringaTatara,thetraditionalJapanesesword-steelsmelter.Thischarcoal-firedfurnaceproducesaverypuresteelfromironsand,andthissteelKeraorbloomcanbebrokenandseparatedintohigh- and low-carbon pieces, which respectively form thecore steeland skin steelof theblade.Theskinsteel isforgedandfoldedrepeatedly,toremoveslaginclusionsandvoidsandisthenwrappedaroundthecoresteelbeforetheresultingbillet is forged intoablade.Carefulheat treating,shaping and polishing reveals the tight Hada or layerpatternofthebladeandthewhiteparticlesoftheHamonor temper line. While this process results in theaestheticqualitiesmuchadmiredbycollectorsitalsoproducesaveryfunctionalblade,asthehighcarboncontentofthecoresteelmakesaveryhardedgepossiblewhilethesofterskinsteelgivesthebladeitsresilienceandabilitytoabsorbshock.

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Praying Mantis KatanaSH2359MSRP:$1,899

Overall:41Nagasa:29BainiteTsuka:11Weight:2lb8oz

The Praying Mantis is a symbol of cunning and power inJapanesecultureandisconsequentlyahighlyrespectedthemein Samurai swords. Built on our L6/Bainite blade (detailedat right) in theShobuZukuri stylewithBo-Hi, and featuringsuperbKoshirae,thePrayingMantis isaverydesirableandfunctionalpiece.ThesubduedgreensilkItoanddeepbrownofthelacqueredSayaprovidehandsomecontrasttothedarkcopperandgoldenaccentsoftheTsuba,FuchiandKashira.Thestalkingmantisliesinwaitforhisnextprey,mirroringthepowerandgraceinthisexceptionalKatana.

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L6 / BainiteBainiteisastructureofhigh-carbonsteelthatcombinesgreatstrengthwithexcellentflex-ibilityandshockabsorptioncharacteristics.IthasbeenknownasanexemplaryKatanabladecomponentforanumberofyearsbutitsusehasbeenrestrictedtoafewtop-classmastersmiths,due to thedifficulties involved inperforming theexactingheat treatmentproceduresnecessaryfortheproductionofaBainitebladebodyincombinationwiththeveryhardMartensiteYakiba(edgesection)requiredforKatanablades.

Hanweihasnowmasteredthisdifficultprocess,usingbilletsofL-6toolsteel(averytoughhigh-carbon low-alloy steel) as a starting point. Blades are forged and shaped in thenormalway, then carefully heat treated to achieve the requiredBainite andMartensitestructuresbeforefinalpolishing.

Oni KatanaSH6018KLGMSRP:$1,899

Overall:44Nagasa:29BainiteTsuka:14Weight:3lb

The Oni are mythical creatures from Japanese folklore similar towestern demons or trolls. Inmodern culture they are beginning tomoveawayfromthismenacingconnotationintotheroleofguardianorprotector,similarincharactertogargoyles.Theirpowerandferocity,however, have not diminished. There is a Japanese saying whichtranslatestoOniwithanironclub,ortobeofaninvinciblenature,a fittingassociationwith the29L6/BainitebladeonwhichourOniKatanaisbuilt.ThebladefeaturesthegeometryofourPerformanceSeries for outstanding cutting ability. The 14 Tsuka is wrapped inblackrayskinandsilk ItowhiletheKoshiraefeatureOni invariousclassicalstyles.Auniquecombinationoffolkloreandfunctionality.

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OdachiSH2392MSRP:$1,319


Forging and heat treating a 49 blade is a tough taskbut theHanwei smithshavemastered the technique tobringyouourfunctionalandhistoricallyaccurateOdachi,replicating a 14th century original.WithHanweis usualattention to detail, the Odachis forged 65Mn blade isdifferentiallyquenched(noteasyonabladeofthislength)withanotareHamon.TraditionalironfittingscomplementtherayskinSameandJapanesecottonTsuka-Ito.TheSayaisfinishedinblacklacquer.ThepoweroftheOdachiisamplydemonstratedasJamesWilliamsslicesthroughan8-matGozawithease.

Odachi

Odachi StandOH2393/MSRP:$119

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Shuihi TachiSH2185MSRP:$1,919


This masterful production by Hanweicombines the elements of one of thefour most popular Chinese classicnovels,writteninthe14thcentury,withanelegantlycraftedandsuperblydeco-ratedTachi.

Shui Hu Chuan (Water MarginChronicles), translated in 1933 by NobelLaureate Pearl S. Buck as All Men areBrothersisatrulyepictaleofabandofoutlawswho, in Robin Hood fashion, attempt to overthrowa corrupt government in the name of the Emperor.OurTachi tells the story in a seriesof exquisitelydetailed bas-relief panels on the sides of theTsuka and Saya, held in place by retainersthat are themselves lavishly decorated in aChrysanthemummotif.

The blade of the Tachi is no lessoutstanding forged and foldedfrom Swedish Powder Steel, withaHamondisplayingelementsofbothnotareandgunome,it isinitselfaworkofart.

Shuihi Tachi

Tachi StandOH2388/MSRP:$95

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Silver Anniversary ShintoOurSilverAnniversaryShintoisundoubtedlyoneofthemostcollectiblepieceseverofferedbyCASHanwei.NotonlyisthisoneofHanweismostattractiveswordsbut, tocelebrateCASs25thanniversary,thecertificatededitionislimitedtojust250pieces.

BasedontheoriginalShinto, thefirstswordeverproducedforCASby Hanwei, this Anniversary Edition features the same koshirae(fittings)butinasilverplatefinish,highlightingdetailsnotpreviouslyevident. Theblade,whilemaintainingsimilargeometry, hasunder-goneradicalchangesinmetallurgyandheattreating.ItnowfeaturesHanweisownhigh-alloyHWS-1steelandaheattreatingregimenthatproducesaTamahagane-likehardnessdistributionacrossthebladesectionwithaveryattractiveChoji-stylehamon.

Thesaya isdeeply lacquered inblackand iscomplementedbyahandwovensageouniquetothiskatana.Ahandsomelacqueredstand,inscribedwithSilverAnniversaryEditiontranslatedintoKanji,issuppliedwiththesword.Theblackswordbag is embroidered in silverwith the sameKanjiandtheswordslimitededitionnumber.

A signed and numbered authenticating certificate issuppliedwitheachpiece.

Silver Anniversary ShintoSH2433MSRP:$1,099


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Eachpiece in theKamisethasahand-forgedand foldedK120Cpowdersteelbladewithalongo-KissakifeaturingahandengravedFudoHorimonoandBo-Hi.ThefoldingprocesscreatesexceptionalHada,orgrainpattern,alongthebladeaccentuatedbythedistinctiveHamon.Sayaaredeeplylacqueredinred,withablackring-carvedsectionatthemouth.TherayskinusedontheTsukais of the highest quality, and the Tsuka-Ito on theKatanaandWakizashiandtheSageoonallthreepiecesarewovenfrombestqualityJapanesesilk.TheFuchi,Kashira,Kojiri,KoiguchiandKurikataareallmadefromblackenedbronze,withdeco-rationinreliefandselectivedetailingofcopper,silverandgold.TheTsubaoftheKatanaandWakizashi,depictingtheKami,orGuardianWarriors, aremade from hardened black-enedcopper,withdecorationinreliefandselective silver and gold detailing. TheHabaki is of two-piece construction,theinnersectionbeingcopperandtheoutersectiongold-platedbrass.

Kami KatanaSH1201MSRP:$1,999


Kami WakizashiSH1202MSRP:$1,599


Kami TantoSH1203MSRP:$1,049


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Tiger TantoSH1206MSRP:$749


Tiger KatanaSH1204MSRP:$1,599


Tiger WakizashiSH1205MSRP:$1,049


EachpieceintheTigergrouphasahand-forgedandfoldedK120C powder steel blade with Bo-Hi and a short (Ko)Kissaki. Saya are deeply lacquered in black, with inlaidbambooleaves.TherayskinusedontheTsukaisofthehighestquality,and theTsuka-ItoandSageoonall threepiecesarewovenfrombestqualityJapanesecotton.TheFuchi,Kashira,Kojiri,KoiguchiandKurigataareallmadefromblackenedbronzed iron,selectivelydetailed ingold.TheTsuba of the Katana andWakizashi aremade fromblackenediron,withatigerinlaidinbrass.TheHabakiisofone-piecebrassconstruction.

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Orchid WakizashiSH1208MSRP:$1,050


Orchid TantoSH1209MSRP:$749


Orchid KatanaSH1207MSRP:$1,599


OurOrchidsetisasquickasitisbeautifulwitharelativelylightbladeoffoldedK120CandstrikingKoshirae.TheHamonisprom-inent and theHada showsdistinct layers.Highquality ray skin(Same) isusedon theTsuka,and theTsuka-ItoandSageoonall threepiecesarewovenfrompremiumJapanesecotton.TheTsubaoftheKatanaandWakizashiisofblackenediron,withanOrchidandButterflydecorationinlaidinsilver,brassandcopper.The Saya are deeply lacquered in blue with buffalo horn

Koiguchi and Kurikata. The Fuchi, Kashira and Kojiriareofbronzed ironwithsilverandgolddetailing.The Habaki is of one-piece brass construc-tion.TheKatanaandWakizashifeatureamedium-length(Chu)Kissaki.

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Bushido WakizashiSH1211MSRP:$869


Bushido KatanaSH1210MSRP:$1,259


Bushido TantoSH1212MSRP:$559


Bushido,orWayoftheWarrior,definesthecodeofconductanhonorableSamuraimustfollow.MuchmorethanthewesternidealofchivalryBushidoisawayoflife;inbothancientandmoderntimes.TheKoshiraeofourBushidosetfeaturesvarioussamuraibattlescenes.Thebladesofeacharehand-forgedandfoldedfromK120Cpowdersteel.TheSayaaredeeply lacqueredingoldwithinlaidbrasscherryblossom(sakura)flowers.Highqualityrayskin(Same)isusedontheTsukaoftheKatanaandWakizashi,whiletheTsukaoftheTantoisagold-platedbrasswithdecorationinrelief.TheTsubaoftheKatanaandWakizashiisofblackenedandbronzediron, with detailing in gold and silver and a battlescenedecoration.TheTsuka-ItoontheKatanaandWakizashi and theSageoonall threepiecesarewovenfrompremiumJapanesecotton.TheFuchiandKashiraareofblackenedbronzewithbrassdetailing, and theKojiri, Koiguchi andKurikataare of polished buffalo horn. TheHabaki is aone-piece brass construction. The KatanaandWakizashibladesareun-grooved,whiletheTantobladeisgrooved(Bo-Hi)onbothsides. The Katana and Wakizashi havemedium-length(Chu)Kissaki.

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Ronin KatanaSH2360MSRP:$1,319


Meijin KatanaSH5018MSRP:$1,259

Overall:39Nagasa:28Tsuka:10Weight:2lb

TheStoryofthe47Roninisoneofthemostcele-brated and influential tales of the Samurai. LordAsano was a powerful Daimyo ordered by theShoguntoentertainguestsoftheImperialFamily.The master of protocol, Kira, was charged withteachingAsanoproperetiquetteinthistask.KiratookadisliketoLordAsanoandinsultedhimateveryoppor-tunity,goadingthelatterintoattackingandwoundinghim.ThisactledtoAsanosorderedsuicide(seppuku)andtheconfis-cationofhisproperty.OnDecember14,1702,47ofAsanosmen(nowRonin),descendeduponKirasmansion.Afterafiercebattle,theRonindemandedthatKiracommitseppukuforhistransgressionsagainsttheirformermaster.Whenherefusedhewasbeheaded.FortheiractionstheRoninwerethemselvessentencedtodeathbyseppuku.TheyareburiedtogetherattheSengakuji,offeringatruetestamenttotheloyaltyinherentintheSamurai.

OurRoninKoshiraeKatanacapturesthespiritofLordAsanos47Ronin. The blackened iron Tsuba depictsAsanos followers ontheirvengefulmarch.Thebladeishandforged&foldedSwedishpowdersteelwithHiinatraditionalShinogiZukuristyle.

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TheMeijinKatanarepresentsthepinnacleofproductionqualityforShinken.Thebladeisforged-foldedT10high-carbonsteelwithBo-hi,makingforalighterbladeandaudiblefeedbackonthecuttingstroke.Thebladeisdifferentiallyhardenedusingatraditionalclayingmethodandhasadistinctivegrainpattern(Hada)withvisiblelayers.TheMeijinhasaverysharpedgeandiscapableoflighttargetcutting.Thetsukaiswrappedingenuinerayskin(Same)withaTsuka-itoinpremiumblack Japanese cotton. The black iron Koshiraedisplay a Turbulent Ocean motif. The Saya isfinishedinadistinctiveblackmatte/glossbandedfinish extending the length of the scabbard,withablackJapanesecottonSageo.

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Wind and ThunderKatanaSH5001MSRP:$945


Wind and ThunderWakizashiSH5024MSRP:$599


Wind and ThunderTantoSH5003MSRP:$459


TheKatanaoftheWindandThundersetisdesignedspecificallyforthemartialartistwhoneedsaswordtomeetthedemandsofheavytargetcutting.TheKatanafeaturesaheavierandthickerbladewith traditional furniture and fittings. The set featuresblackironRaidenTsubaandTomoemotifFuchiandKashira.TheTsukaarewrappedingenuineSame(rayskin)andtheTsuka-ItoispremiumJapaneseblackcotton.TheSayaisfinishedinatraditionalblacklaquerwithablackcottonSageo.TheKatanaisanexcellentchoiceforbatto-jutsupractitioners.

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Great Wave WakizashiSH5002MSRP:$599

Overall:26Blade:18Tsuka:6Weight:1lb11oz

Great Wave KatanaSH5004MSRP:$839


Great Wave TantoSH5022MSRP:$389

Overall:11Blade:6Tsuka:4Weight:10oz

The furniture of each piece in the GreatWave Set displaysthe renowned Tomoe motif used frequenly for family crestsandshrinedecoration.TheTsuba,Fuchi,&Kashiraaremadeof blackened iron and feature the Tomoe crest (Mon). Theblades are hand-forged from T10 high-carbon steel and aredifferentially temperedusingtraditionalclayingmethods.Thetemperline(Hamon)isevidentand prominent. Each piece has a deeplylacquered black Saya with a one-piecebrassHabakiconstruction.Realrayskin(Same) is used on theTsuka, and theTsuka-Ito and Sageo are made ofpremium woven Japanese blackcotton.TheKatanaandWakizashiare constructed with a long (o)Kissaki and are well suited forcuttingexercises(Tameshigiri).The handle on the Tanto isan attractive ribbed buffalohorn.

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Wind and ThunderKatanaSH5001MSRP:$945


Wind and ThunderWakizashiSH5024MSRP:$599



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Shinto WakizashiSH1015MSRP:$629


Shinto KatanaSH1001MSRP:$899


In 1876, the Samurai were bannedfrom carrying their swords. Thisattempt toenda thousandyear tradi-tionwasnotreceivedwellbytheproudwarrior class and the stick Katanawas born. Innocuous walking canesnowconcealedthereveredblades,buttheKatanalivedon.

The Bamboo Stick Katana combinesan artfully carved bamboo scabbardandhandlewithabladethat ishand-forged in 1065 high-carbon steeland is differentially tempered using atraditional clayingmethod. Theedgehardness and resilient blade bodyproduced by this technique embodythetruesecretoftheSamuraisword.

Bamboo KatanaSH1002MSRP:$599


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The elegantly simple lines of theGoldenOrioleDaishohavelongbeenfavoredbyadmirersoftheJapanese sword.The story toldby the stunningTsubaisofamantisstealthilystalkingthecricket,unaware that he is himself being stalkedby theGolden Oriole. The deeply lacquered blue ofthe Saya is repeated in the Japanese cottonTsuka-Ito, and the Oriole appears again onthe Kashira. Unmistakably Hanwei quality,the14TsukaoftheKatanagivesasuperbbalancetothesword,allowingittomovevery quickly and very freely. Suppliedwithaprotectiveclothbagandtraditionalmaintenancekit.

Golden Oriole KatanaSH1018MSRP:$899


Golden Oriole WakizashiSH1019MSRP:$629


Musashi WakizashiSH1017MSRP:$629


Miyamoto Musashi, arguablythe most famous swordmaster in

Japanese history, was well aboveaverage height and Hanweis classic

renditionofhisDaito(longsword)reflectsthe impressive length of the original and

featuresthelegendarydouble-ringironTsuba.TheMusashiDaisho ismounted inblackwitha

texturedSayafordurabilityandtheTsuka-Itois inleatherover rayskin.Theblade ishand-forged inhigh-carbonsteelandisedge-temperedtodisplayadistinctHamon.EdgehardnessisHRC60,backhardnessHRC40.Thegripisdouble-peggedtothetangforsafety.Suppliedwithaprotectiveclothbagandtraditionalmaintenancekit.

Musashi KatanaSH1016MSRP:$899


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Tea Culture WakizashiSH2332MSRP:$599


Tea Culture KatanaSH2331MSRP:$899


InJapanthetraditionalmethodofservingteaisa celebratedart form in itself.Thishighly ritu-alized ceremony is an involved process, themostelaborateofwhichcan lasthoursand isreserved for themost distinguishedof guests.OurTeaCultureDaishocaptures theessenceof this important tradition. The Katana andWakizashiarebuiltuponatraditionalShinogiZukuri style blade with Bo-Hi. The high-carbonblade is hand forgedanddiffer-entially tempered using the traditionalclaymethod.TheKoshirae(furniture)featurethetypicalelementspresentinaJapaneseteaceremony.Thehandle is wrapped with suedeleatherinaKatatiMake(battlewrap)style.

Three Monkey WakizashiSH2330MSRP:$629


Three Monkey KatanaSH2329MSRP:$895


The Three Wise Monkeys is apopularsymbolof theSeenoevil,hear no evil, speak no evil proverbpopular in many cultures around theworld. The proverb itself is thought to haveoriginated in China and was brought to Japanby a Buddhistmonk,while the associationwith threemonkeys appears to be a Japanese play onwords. OurThreeMonkeyKatanaandWakizashiarebuiltontraditionalShinogiZukuristylebladeswithBo-Hitoreduceweightandimprovebalance.Thehigh-carbonbladeishandforgedanddifferentially tempered.Theblackened ironTsuba featurestheThreeWiseMonkeysinrelief.

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Practical Plus TantoSH2259MSRP:$199


Practical Plus WakizashiSH2118MSRP:$275


ThePracticalPlusKatanaprovidesaveryeconom-ical cutting sword as dependable as the PracticalKatana(SH1070,Pg26),butusingmore traditionalfittingsandconstructionmethods.Thebladeisforgedand differentially tempered in the traditional clayingmethodwithaprominentHamon.ThePracticalPlusfeaturesgenuineSame(Rayskin)ontheTsuka,withawrap(Tsuka-Ito)speciallydevelopedforitsgrippingqualities.Thelongtangisdouble-peggedforsecurity.The fittingsof thePracticalPlusaredecorated inaJapaneseDogwoodmotif with dragonMenuki, andthehandsomeTsubaisofanironsunburstdesignwithabrassHabaki.

Practical Plus KatanaSH2073MSRP:$399Replacement Saya:OH2073S/MSRP:$59


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Practical TantoSH2254MSRP:$115


Practical WakizashiSH2061MSRP:$229


Practical KatanaSH1070MSRP:$275Replacement Saya:OH1070S/MSRP:$59


Theever-popularPracticalKatanaandWakizashigivethemartialartisttheopportunitytoownanduseaHanweiswordat the cost of an economy sword.The blades are forgedanddifferentiallytempered,usingthesameprocessasthemoreexpensivebladesandproducinganHRC60edgeandHRC40back.The temper line isauthenticandprominent.Cost savings are effected by using fittings which, whilemakingnoclaims toauthenticity,areverystronglybuilt towithstandtherigorsofcuttingexercisesinthedojo.

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Practical Special KatanaSH2376MSRP:$275


The Practical Special is a slightly modified version of thePracticalKatana,madeinresponsetorequestsforaquickerswordatthesameeconomyprice.Thebladegeometryhasbeenmodified and the tsuba cutouts have been enlarged,resultingasubtlechangeinthehandlingcharacteristics.ThePractical will remain the standard for hard, regular cuttingbutforthoseneedingafasterdraw,multiplecutkatanaataneconomyprice,theSpecialistheanswer.

Practical Pro KatanaSH2162MSRP:$419Replacement Saya:OH2162S/MSRP:$59


ThePracticalProKatanaisbuiltasaneconom-ical cutting sword for heavy targets, with anextendedTsukaandathickerandlongerblade.The blades are constructed from hand-forged,high-carbonsteelandaredifferentiallytempered.ThePracticalProhasafinerbladepolishthanotherpiecesinthePracticalseries.TheTsukais wrapped with synthetic black leatherfor its gripping characteristics and isdouble-pegged for safety. The Saya isfinished inadeepblack lacquerwithablackcottonSageo.

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Our Performance Series is the culmination of years of study of the optimum bladedesignsfortodaysmartialartists.Fourdistinctvariationsareavailable,eachoptimizedforaparticulardisciplineorcuttingapplication.TheIaitoisanunedgedtrainingblade,availableinthreedifferentlengths,foruseindrawingpracticeandKata.Itscorrectly-weightedandbalancedsteelbladeprepares thestudent foradvancedworkwith liveblades. The blade geometry and physical characteristics of each of the Tameshigiri(cuttingpractice)bladesaretailoredtowardsdifferenttargets.TheEliteKatanasbladeisalittlewiderandalittlethickerthanitstraditionalcounterpart,allowingforeasiercutsonnormaltargets,whilethatoftheKatanaXLissignificantlywider,foruseincuttingheavy targets. TheKatanaXL Light has theXLs profile but is providedwithBo-hi,reducingtheweighttothepointwheredoublecutsarepossiblebutcleancutsonheaviertargetsmaystillbemade.

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Heavy Competitive CuttingDesigned strictly for competitive cutting, our XL Katana bladesincorporate the geometry, strength, weight and profile needed forsuccessful cuts on substantial targets. Featuring differential heattreatmentandanarrowedgeangle,thesewidebladeswillrewardgoodtechniquewithcleancutsandexcellentdurability.

XL Katana

Tori TantoSH6007KFT/MSRP:$599

Steel FoldedK120CPowderSteelHandle HighqualitySameOverall 17Nagasa 11Tsuka 4Weight 13oz

Tori XLSH6007XFF/MSRP:$1,379

Style PerformanceSeriesXLSteel FoldedK120CPowderSteelHandle LeatheroverhighqualityblackSameSheath TexturedBrownwithCanewrapOverall 40Nagasa 28Tsuka 11Weight 2lb11oz

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Practical Plus XLSH6001XPF/MSRP:$439

Style PerformanceSeriesXLSteel PracticalMonoSteelHandle CottonoverSameSheath TexturedBlackOverall 40Nagasa 28Tsuka 11Weight 2lb11oz

Practical XLSH6000XPF/MSRP:$289Replacement Saya:OH6000XPFS/MSRP:$59

Style PerformanceSeriesXLSteel PracticalMonoSteelHandle SyntheticLeatherover SyntheticSameSheath GlossBlackOverall 40Nagasa 28Tsuka 11Weight 2lb11oz

Musashi XLSH6003XGF/MSRP:$889

Style PerformanceSeriesXLSteel ForgedMonoSteelHandle LeatheroverSameSheath TexturedBlackOverall 40Nagasa 28Tsuka 11Weight 2lb11oz

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Musashi XL LightSH6003LGF/MSRP:$899

Style PerformanceSeriesXLLIghtSteel ForgedMonoSteelHandle LeatheroverSameSheath TexturedBlackOverall 40Nagasa 28Tsuka 11Weight 2lb9oz

Competitive Cutting / Lighter WeightTheXLLightbladesfeaturethesamegeometryasthoseoftheXLbutincorporatedeeplycutgrooves(Bo-Hi)toreducetheweightof thebladewhileretainingmostofits strength and cutting ability. This weight reductionmakes for a quicker sword, well adapted for multiplecutsinlightertargets.

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Tori XL LightSH6007LFF/MSRP:$1,399

Style PerformanceSeriesXLLIghtSteel FoldedK120CPowderSteelHandle LeatheroverhighqualityblackSameSheath TexturedBrownwithCanewrapOverall 40Nagasa 28Tsuka 11Weight 2lb9oz

Practical Plus XL LightSH6001LPF/MSRP:$449

Style PerformanceSeriesXLLightSteel PracticalMonoSteelHandle CottonoverSameSheath TexturedBlackOverall 40Nagasa 28Tsuka 11Weight 2lb9oz

Practical XL LightSH6000LPF/MSRP:$299Replacement Saya:OH6000LPFS/MSRP:$59

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Tiger Elite KatanaSH6006KFG/MSRP:$1,699

Style PerformanceSeriesEliteSteel FoldedK120CPowderSteelHandle JapaneseCottonoverhigh qualitySameSheath TexturedBlackwithSteelKojiri andKoiguchiOverall 41Nagasa 29Tsuka 11Weight 2lb8oz

Frequent Cutting / Advanced Drawing PracticeOur Elite Katana blades embody the classical designelementsofoneof themostrenownedsworddesigns inhistory.WiththeirstrongShinogiZukurishapeanddiffer-entialheattreatment,thesebladesaretraditionallypropor-tioned and aesthetically pleasing, to appeal both to thecollectorandthecuttingpractitioner.

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Musashi Elite KatanaSH6003KGG/MSRP:$869

Style PerformanceSeriesEliteSteel ForgedMonoSteelHandle LeatheroverSameSheath TexturedBlackOverall 41Nagasa 29Tsuka 11Weight 2lb11oz

Practical Pro Elite KatanaSH6009KPG/MSRP:$599

Style PerformanceSeriesEliteSteel PracticalMonoSteelHandle CottonoverSameSheath GlossBlackOverall 44Nagasa 29Tsuka 14Weight 2lb13oz

Tori Elite KatanaSH6007KFE/MSRP:$1,349

Style PerformanceSeriesEliteSteel FoldedK120CPowderSteelHandle LeatheroverhighqualityblackSameSheath TexturedBrownwithCanewrapOverall 40Nagasa 28Tsuka 11Weight 2lb7oz

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Style PerformanceSeriesXLLightSteel PracticalMonoSteelHandle CottonoverSameSheath TexturedBlackOverall 40Nagasa 28Tsuka 11Weight 2lb7oz

Practical Elite KatanaSH6000KPC/MSRP:$279Replacement Saya:OH6000KPCS/MSRP:$59

Style PerformanceSeriesXLLightSteel PracticalMonoSteelHandle SyntheticLeatherover SyntheticSameSheath GlossBlackOverall 39Nagasa 27Tsuka 11Weight 2lb7oz

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Tori IaitoSH6007IGC-27BladeSH6007IGE-28BladeSH6007IGG-29BladeMSRP:$599

Style PerformanceSeriesIaitoSteel TemperedStainlessSteelHandle LeatheroverhighqualityblackSameSheath TexturedBrownwithCanewrapOverall 38-40Nagasa 27-29Tsuka 10Weight 1lb15oz-2lb1oz

Musashi IaitoSH6003IGC-27BladeSH6003IGE-28BladeSH6003IGG-29BladeMSRP:$499

Style PerformanceSeriesIaitoSteel TemperedStainlessSteelHandle LeatheroverSameSheath TexturedBlackOverall 38-40Nagasa 27-29Tsuka 10Weight 1lb13oz-1lb15oz

Frequent Drawing PracticeTheseunedgedtrainingbladesprovideforsafedrawingforthepractitionerofthe450yearoldartofIaido.Forgedfrom400seriesstainlesssteelthetemperedbladesarenotonlymaintenance-freebutmoreimportantlyprovidethecorrectweightandbalanceneededfortherigorsofrepetitvedrawingandswordmotionpractice.Eachbladehasadeeplycutgroove(Bo-Hi)toprovideaudiblefeed-backwhenswungproperly.

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Practical IaitoSH6000IGC-27BladeSH6000IGE-28BladeSH6000IGG-29BladeMSRP:$299

Style PerformanceSeriesIaitoSteel TemperedStainlessSteelHandle SyntheticLeatherover SyntheticSameSheath GlossOverall 38-40Nagasa 27-29Tsuka 10Weight 1lb13oz-1lb16oz

Tsuru Iaito - 28SH5016Tsuru Iaito - 29SH5017MSRP:$599

Overall:37-40Nagasa:26-29Tsuka:10Weight:1lb13oz-1lb15oz

Tsuru Iaito WakizashiSH5021MSRP:$429

Overall:27Nagasa:19Weight:1lb4oz

OurTsuruiaitoareabreakthroughindesignandfunctionality. Made of a special stainless steel,theyaremuchmoredurablethanaluminumalloyIaito.Steelhasthefeelofalivebladeandisnotprone to distort when making a practice cuttingstroke.Theseveryaffordablepracticeswordsarethe ideal training tools for safely practicing theancientartofIaido.

Tsuru Iaito

Practical Plus IaitoSH6001IGC-27BladeSH6001IGE-28BladeSH6001IGG-29BladeMSRP:$399

Style PerformanceSeriesIaitoSteel TemperedStainlessSteelHandle CottonoverSameSheath GlossOverall 38-40Nagasa 27-29Tsuka 10Weight 1lb13oz-1lb15oz

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OH6000IGCS SH6000IGC $59

OH6000IGES SH6000IGE $59

OH6000IGGS SH6000IGG $59

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The Sidearm of the Samurai gets a serious updatein our Tactical Wak, designed for strenuous outdooruseandprotection. Basedon thebladegeometryandsuperb cutting ability of our Raptor series wakizashibutwith full tangconstruction forultimatestrength, theTacticalWakisequaltoanyrequiredtaskandthensome.The 5160 high-carbon spring steel blade is plasmacoatedforcorrosionprotectionandthecheckeredKratonhandleprovidesasurefoul-weathergrip.Thefiberglassscabbard construction avoids water absorption andreducescarryingweight,whileseverallanyardholesandthe included ParaCord provide carrying and backpackattachmentoptions.

Tactical Wakizashi

Tactical WakizashiSH2432MSRP:$169

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TheneighboringKougaand Igaclansof feudalJapanwerebitter enemies for centuries and theirwarringNinja familieshavebeenimmortalizedinJapaneseliterature.Tocommemo-rate thesesecretivewarriorswehave introducedourKougaandIgaNinja-To.

Both of these swords feature forged high carbon blades,differentiallyquenchedtoanedgehardnessof60HRc.

TheKougafeaturesaTsukawithabattlewrapoverblackrayskin and Kouga Mon Menuki. The blackened ironTsubafeaturestheKougaMonandpiercedKanji,athemerepeated on theFuchi/Kashira. TheKanji andMon arealsoemployedontheblackenedfittingsofthespikedSaya.

TheTsukaoftheIgaNinja-Tofeaturesatraditionalwrapover natural rayskin and Clouds and Sun/Water andMoon Menuki. The blackened iron fittings include aTsubadisplaying the IgaMonandawavemotif, bothrepeatedon theFuchi/Kashira. TheSaya featuresapartialrattanwrapandaheavilyreinforcedspike.

EssentialtoolsfortheNinjutsupractitioner.

Ninja-To

KougaNinja-ToSH2430MSRP:$399


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MSRP:$275

Overall:34Blade:22

Handle:10Weight:1lb14oz

Shuriken SetOH1085MSRP:$89

Overall:6Blade:3Handle:3Weight:2ozpershuriken

ThePractical ShinobiNinja-to,whose construction patterns closelythatofthePracticalKatana,isausefulpieceforthosestudyingtheWayoftheNinja.Thebladeishand-forgedinhigh-carbonsteelandisdifferentially temperedusinga traditionalclayingmethod. All thefittings (Koshirae) are finished in antiqued black iron. The ornateTsuba displays the Kuji-Kiri (energy-channeling hand positions)employedbythemysticalNinja.TheTsukaiswrappedinasyntheticrayskin(Same),availableinblack(SH2268)orwhite(SH1071),andtheTsuka-Itoisindurablesyntheticblackleather.TheSayahasflatblackfinishwithdemon-headbindingsfortheblackJapanesecottonSageo and an intricate Kojiri. A sword no practitioner of Ninjutsushouldbewithout.

Practical Shinobi Ninja-To

Shinobi (black Same)SH2268

MSRP:$275

Overall:34Blade:22

Handle:10Weight:1lb14oz

TheShuriken(darts)of theNinja includedvariousprojectiles such as dirks, darts and star-shapeddiscs, all forming part of the art of Shurikenjutsu,whichwasanimportantpartoftheNinjasarmoury.Our Shuriken Set (OH1085) contains six high-carbonsteeldartsinaforearmband.ThedartsareblackplatedintheNinjatradition.

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Zatoichi Stick/Sword (Forged)SH2267MSRP:$189


Zatoichi Stick/SwordBlackSH1014MSRP:$149


Zatoichi Stick/Sword (Folded)SH2114MSRP:$599


Zatoichi Stick/Sword - RedSH2298MSRP:$219


CAS Hanwei has four exciting versions of the stickswordofZatoichi, the legendaryblindSamurai.Theever-popular black SH1014, with its fully temperedcarbonsteelbladeisjoinedbytheSH2298,featuringthesamebladebutwiththeredlacqueredscabbard seen in many of Zatoichisscreenadventures

The SH2267 features a fully-forgedstraight blade, housed in a naturalhardwood scabbard and handlecombination, while the superblyfolded blade of the SH2114 ishousedinexquisiterosewood.

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NaginataSH1020MSRP:$699

Overall:76Blade:20Shaft:55Weight:4lb10oz

YariSH2152MSRP:$449


Yari Rattan WrapSH2312MSRP:$499


TheYariwasanessentialbattlefieldweaponoftheSamuraiandtookgreatskilltouseandmaneuverduetoitslengthandsize.BothofourYaridesignsarebasedonoriginalsdatingtofeudalJapan.BothbladesareforgedinT-10high-carbonsteelandaretriangulated and double-edged with a deep fullerontheflatsideoftheblade.Differentialtemperingresults inaclearHamononeachedge.The longtangsabsorbtheshockofablowandtheone-piecestaff construction reinforces the durability of thespear.

Both of the Yari are modeled after the Su-Yarior straight-spear design. The shafts (Ebu) arefinishedinadeepblacklacquerandhaveaflattenedside at the bottom section for blade orientation.The fittings (Koshirae) followdistinctive traditionaldesigns.ThepopularSH2152Yarifeaturesalong(16-3/4) bladewhile that of the SH2312 ismorecompactat11 long,making fora fasterweapon.The SH2312Yari also features a rattan wrappedsection at the upper grip, making this a visuallystunningpiece.BothYarisareprovidedwithblacklacqueredsheaths(Saya).

Yari

TheNaginata,famedweaponoftheSohei,orwarriormonks,ofmedievalJapanwasfearsomeinthehandsofaskilledcombatantandistodayofgreatimportanceinthemartialartsfield.OurNaginata(SH1020),whileretaining its traditionalqualities,hasbeen revised tobettermeet theneedsof themartialartspractitionerqualifiedtouseanedgedweapon.

Hand forged in 1065 high-carbon steel and edgetempered, using a traditional claying method, theNaginata blade is at least the equal of the origi-nals. Mounted on a long tang to better absorb theshockof ablow, thebladehasa strongdistal taperfor balance and quickness. The delicately engravedTsubafeaturesasilverbutterflymotif.Theone-piecestaff (Ebu) isverystrong, featuringa traditional tear-dropcross-sectionforeasyrecognitionofbladeorien-tationandablacknon-slip finish forbettercontroloftheweapon.TheNaginataissuppliedwithawoodenSayaandclothbag.

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Daisho Kake HelmetAH2081MSRP:$469Height:34Width:15Depth:13Weight:7lb8oz

Takeda Shingen HelmetAH2082MSRP:$459Height:19Width:15Depth:13Weight:7lb8oz

Date Masamune HelmetAH2088MSRP:$409Height:171/2Width:15Depth:13Weight:7lb8oz

Oda Nobunaga HelmetAH2083MSRP:$409Height:22Width:15Depth:13Weight:7lb8oz

Our Japanese Kabuto (helmets) and Menpo (masks) are superblyconstructed,beautifullydetailedandagreatvalue.

TheDragonKabuto(AH2314)isanexcellentexampleoftheSujiBachistyleofbowl,whichhasoverlappedandrivetedplatesandistypicalofthefinesthelmetmakers(Katchu-Shi)oftheMomoyamaperiod.TheMenpoisatypicalResseiMenofthetypemadeinNara.

Models AH2082/2083/2088 replicate the helms of the great SamuraiTakeda Shingen, Oda Nobunaga and Date Masamune respectively,whilemodelAH2081,basedonamuseumpieceofunknownprove-nance,doublesasanexquisitestandforaKatanaandWakizashiset.

Themuseum-quality reproductions of these archaeological treasureshave been hand crafted by the metalsmiths of Hanwei with exactingattentiontodetail.Allfivepiecesareequippedwithleatherliners(Ukebari)allowingthemtobeworn.Theyaremountedonsolidwooddisplaystandstoprovideoutstandingadditionstoanycollectionandwillcomplementanydecorbeautifully.

Dragon Armour HelmetAH2314MSRP:$799Height:19Width:15Depth:13Weight:6lb11oz

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Thunder God MiniMH2340MSRP:$99

Overall:11

Winter Bamboo MiniMH2337MSRP:$99

Overall:117/8

Dancing Crane MiniMH2336MSRP:$99

Overall:117/8

Musashi MiniMH2335MSRP:$99

Overall:117/8

Practical Plus MiniMH2338MSRP:$99

Overall:117/8

Three Monkey MiniMH2339MSRP:$99

Overall:11

Despitetheirsize,theseKatanaarecraftedin much the same way as their full sizecounterparts. The high carbon blades areforged and differentially heat treated toproducetraditionalstylingandanauthenticHamon.ThehandlesarewrappedincottonIto by hand over real Same with a woodcore.ThewoodenSayafeaturebuffalohornaccentsandahighqualitylacqueredfinish.Eachpieceisfurnishedwithadisplaystandandinitsownpresentationbox,makinganexceptionalgift.

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Double Sword StandOH1213MSRP:$139Height:12Width:18Capacity:2swords+Tanto

Single Sword StandOH2105MSRP:$99Height:10Width:18Capacity:1sword+Tanto

Double Sword Stand (Natural)OH2104MSRP:$99Height:12Width:18Capacity:2swords

Hanger - Nickel FinishOH2378MSRP:$7.50

Hanger - Black FinishOH2377MSRP:$7.50

Tachi StandOH2388MSRP:$95

Odachi StandOH2393MSRP:$119

Specially designedfor theOdachi, oursolid oak displaystand provides anattractive and solidsupport.

TheseexquisitelydesignedJapaneseSwordStandsareperfectfordisplaying your CAS Hanwei Forged, Folded and Practical swordsets. Each support rail is lined for the protection of the swordsfinish.TheSingleSword(OH2105)andtheDoubleSword(OH1213)standsareblacklacqueredandfeatureapaddedshelfforaTantoormaintenancekit.ForthoseseekingamoretraditionalOrientalmotif,theDoubleSwordStand(OH2104)innaturalwoodgrainisperfectfor a Katana and Wakizashi display. The Tachi Stand (OH2388),purposebuiltfortheShuihiTachi(SH2185,Page13),willneverthe-lessprovidetheperfectpartnerforanyotherheirloomTachi.

Sword Stands

Oursteelswordhangersprovideaneconomicalandsturdysolution for displaying any Japanese-style sword on awall. Supplied inpairs ineitheranickelplated (OH2378)orblackpowder-coated (OH2377) finish, thehangerscanbearrangedtodisplaytheswordeitherhorizontallyoratanangleandaresuppliedwithmountingscrews(wall-boardorsheet-rockmountingwillalso requirewallanchors). Bothstyles have plastic-covered hooks, to avoid damage toSayafinishes.Simpleandunobtrusive,thesehangersaredesignedtofocusattentiononthepiecebeingdisplayed.

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CAS Hanwei Sword Oilis specially formulated toprovidecorrosionprotectionforhigh-carbonsteelbladesandotheredgedweapons.Soldindisplaypacksof12x 4 oz. bottles. ContainsPetroleumDistillates.

Sword Oil

Maintenance KitOH1003MSRP:$35

Height:3Width:71/2

Sword Oil (Case)OH2110MSRP:$29

Height:10Width:7

Medium CaseOH2159MSRP:$72.50

Length:52Width:8

Large CaseOH2158MSRP:$82.50Length:52Width:10

Renaissance Wax65MLOXRW1MSRP:$21

Weight:2.25oz

Renaissance Wax200MLOXRW2MSRP:$29

Weight:7oz

Cutting MatOXBMATMSRP:$8(each)

Length:6Width:4

Foroverfortyyears,RenaissanceWaxhas been the #1 choice ofmuseumsfor thepreservationofprecious itemsincluding swords and other edgedweapons. Professional conserva-tors throughout the world depend onRenaissance Wax to protect theircollections. Properly applied, a littlegoesalongway.

Renaissance WaxThe traditional Japanese sword Maintenance Kit,suppliedwithmanyofourKatanasandWakizashis,isalsoavailableseparately.Thekitcontainsbladeoil, rice papers, an oiling cloth, a powder ball forbladepolishing,abrassawlandhammerandSayashimming veneer. The kit is contained in a fittedwooden box and full maintenance and handlinginstructionsareincluded.

Maintenance Kit

Ourtatamicuttingmats(OXBMAT)are used in the construction ofTameshigiri targets. Sold in multi-plesof15pieces.

Cutting Mats

OurSwordCasesaredesignedforthemartialartistwhocarriesKatanaand/orbokkentoandfromthedojo,buttheyareequallyathomewithanysheathedswords less than50 long. Theyareavailableinmedium(OH2159-2sword)andlarge(OH2158-3sword)sizes.Thecasesareinablack,heavy-dutyfabricwithleatherreinforcing.Ashoulderstrapandcarryinghandleprovide traveling convenience. Each case has two zipperedinside compartments for swords and an outer compartmentformaintenancesupplies. Thesecasesareperfect for thosewhotravelfrequentlywiththeirswordsacrosscountryoracrosstown.

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HanweihasnowbeenaccordedthedistinctionofcraftingtheswordsthattheShaolinTemplepresentstohonoredstateguestsandtoforeigndignitariesvisitedbyTempledelegations.TheswordsaredesignedandproducedbyPaulChen,underHanweis licenseas theexclusivesupplier of swords to theShaolinTemple.Under the termsof thisagreement,CASHanweiispermittedtodistributetheseswordstocollectorsandistheonlycompanyofficiallyallowedtousetheShaolinTempleinsigniainassociationwithitsswords.InaccordancewiththeprinciplesoftheTemple,Hanweistrivesforperfectioninthedesignandproduc-tionofthesepieces,withthegoalofcombiningtraditionalvaluesandtechniqueswithcontem-porarydesigninterpretations.TheconceptualthemesofthesethreeswordsaretheMartialArts(ShaolinHunYuanSword),ReligiousIdeals(KingoftheKinnarasSword)andHistory(ShaolinWootzSword), each design allowing a unique insight into its individual concept in terms of

aesthetic presentation and materials. These innovative designs,withtheirbeautifullydetailedfinishandoutstandingcraftsmanship,representtheskillandnationalprideoftheHanweiswordmakers.Undoubtedly among the most collectible swords made in Chinatoday,eachswordisindividuallyserialnumberedandprovidedwithasuperbdisplaystandandcertificateofauthenticity.Itrepresentsavaluableadditiontoanycollection.

Celebrating the holiness and solemnity of the fabled ShaolinGuardian, theKing of theKinnaras sword is a fitting tribute to theruleroftheKinnaraspirits.Thehiltandscabbardaredecoratedwithgold-platedbrassLotusFlowers inadelicate traceryof leavesandstems,revealingtherichdamaskfabriccoveringthehardwood.Thishandsomedecorationiscomplementedbyabladeforgedinpatterneddamascus steel,which provides a perfect balance of strength andbeauty.

King of Kinnaras

King of Kinnaras SwordSH2421MSRP:$1,495


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The clean lines of the Wootz sword, patternedafter a Han Dynasty cavalry weapon, exudestrength and power. Forged as a single piece,the swords most exciting feature is its Wootzsteelconstruction.Thecenturies-oldAsiantech-niqueofmakingsuperbWootzsteel(orWateredsteel)swordbladeshasbeenlosttotheworldforseveralhundredyears,butdedicatedstudyandresearchhavere-createdtheprocessandthisswordisatestamenttothatdedication.The

cord-wrapped handle and iron-bound Paduakscabbard accentuate the powerful nature of

thisruggedpiece.

TheHunYuansword is crafted in the Jian styleand isintendedasa fully functional sword for themartial artist.ThePaduakwood handle is complemented by a beauti-fully sculpted guard and pommel in nickel silver, with acentral design on the guard that combines elements ofConfucianism,TaoismandHunYuan.ThePaduak/NickelSilver combination and the design theme are elegantlyrepeated in the scabbard. In contrast to the traditionalappearance, theblade is forged fromMaraging steel,amaterialthatutilizesveryadvancedheattreatmenttechnology to produce excellent shock resistanceandflexibility.

Hun Yuan

Wootz Sword

Shaolin Hun Yuan SwordSH2382MSRP:$1,820


Shaolin Wootz SwordSH2385MSRP:$2,095



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RecreatedbythecraftsmenofCASHanweifrom the swords of the Lords of the greatdynasties, these Chinese Gongfu swordsrepresentthepinnacleoftheswordmakersart,vividlyillustratingtheskillsandcreativityofthesmithsofImperialChina.

HanSH2005MSRP:$1,599

Overall:37Blade:28Handle:8Weight:2lb

QingSH2007MSRP:$1,159


The traditional perception of the Taiji swordbecomes very apparent in the Qing Sword.The last of the Chinese Dynasties, the Qing(Ching)Dynastywasoverthrownbyrebellionaslateas1911,bywhich timetheTaijiswordhadcompleted its evolution into the modern form.Theswordiscraftedaroundabeautifullypattern-welded K120C blade with a flattened diamondsection.Theguardandpommelareconstructedof gilded steel featuring a flying bat design,whichinChineseideologysymbolizesluck.Thescabbarddecorationsareingildedbrassandtheintricateknot-workofthetassel isart in itsownright.

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The Han Sword is a cavalry pattern from theHanDynasty(206BC-220AD),whichreunitedChina and established boundaries very similarto those existing today. The rosewood gripand scabbard are inlaid with silver in an intri-catescrollpattern,whilethegildedsteelguard,pommel and scabbard decorations feature thecrouching tiger motif. The random patternK120CDamascusblade,with its ridgedcentralfullerandreinforcedpointisadmirablysuitedforslashing cuts and powerful thrusts from horse-back.

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SongSH2074MSRP:$1,799


Beile DaoSH2386MSRP:$1,399


TheoriginalBeile(LordinManChu),alsoknownastheBannerLordsandIron-Capped Princes were the sonsofNurgaci,founderoftheQingDynasty.After his death the BeileHongTaiji wasselectedasKhan.

OurBeileDao commemorates this Prince.ItsbeautifullydetailedIronfurniturecomple-mentsthepatterningoftheDamascusbladeand the rayskin-covered scabbard adds tothe rugged richness of the sword. Truly acollectorpieceandcreatingademand in itshomeland,thisswordwillonlybeavailableinlimitedquantities.

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SongOur Song Sword exemplifies both thetraditional values and the commitment

to quality of the craftsmen of Hanwei.PatternedafteraSongDynastysword,this

versionfeaturesafoldedK120Cpowdersteelblade in the traditionalwillow-leafdesign,with

exquisitepatterninganddeepfullers.Theguardhas a flying goosemotif on the grip side, withtraditional good fortunedesignson the reverse,repeated on the pommel and scabbard fittings.The grip is leather-wrapped over rayskin, whichalsocoversthescabbard.ThebeautyoftheSongswordbeliesthefactthatitisfullyfunctional,withgreatinherentstrength,balanceandcuttingability.


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ScottRodellsmartialartscareerincludeover20yearsoftraininginYang-style Taijiquan. He has trained under several noted Chinesemasters,inboththeU.S.andChina.HeisthefoundingDirectoroftheGreatRiverTaoistCenter,headquartered inWashingtonD.C.withbranchesacrosstheU.S.,NorthernEurope,Russia,EstoniaandAustralia.ScottistheauthorofChineseSwordsmanship,theYangFamilyTaijiJianTraditionandAPracticalGuidetoTestCuttingforHistoricalSwordsmanship,bothofwhicharehighlyrecommended.

Chinese Cutting SwordSH2429MSRP:$399


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Tang JianSH2349MSRP:$479


OurTangSwordisaJianthatexemplifies the artistry andsymbolism inChinesecultureacross many generations.The proportions and balanceof the sword will appeal tothe Taijiquan practitioner,while the unique fittings anddecoration will establish itsplaceinmanycollections.Thelion-dog guard is fashionedaftertheshoulderguardsoftheMingguang Armour, an impor-tant armour suit dating from theTangdynasty,while thehandle iswrappedinleatheroverrayskininatraditionalChinesestyleforasuperiorgrip. The diamond-section bladehas both profile and distal tapers,making for a very quick sword,and is engraved with an ancientdragon pattern over most of itslength,. The wooden scabbardis decorated in figured brassand is provided with a beltattachment. The throat ofthescabbard fitssnugly intothe mouth of the lion-dog,an interesting and uniquefeature!

Qi JianSH2295MSRP:$719


Fromthemasterswordsmithsofthe Hanwei forge comes the QiJian, a re-creation of an ancientdesign that utilized one-pieceforging. The entire sword, frompommeltotip,hasbeenforgedfroma single billet of steel. This forgingtechnique provides unparalleledstrengthandbalancewhileexhibitingaclear,bell-liketonewhenlightlystruck.

The swords nameoriginateswith theQination,oneofthemanywarringstatesthateventually formedmodernChina. Legendhas it thatFeng-Xuan,oneof theQipeopleanda central character in awell known folktale,possessedsuchaonepieceswordandwoulduse its ringingquality toaccompanyhissinging.

The swords grip is rayskin wrapped, a featurematchedbythewraponthethroatofthescabbard,makingforastunninglybeautifulpresentation.

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Swallow Sword - Single HandSH2398MSRP:$319

Overall:43Blade:31Weight:1lb11oz

Swallow Sword - Two HandSH2399MSRP:$339


JianSH1013MSRP:$479


Our damascus Taiji sword is builtaround a hand forged damascussteel blade, profiled to produce awell balanced sword for the martialartist and an authentic piece for thecollector of Oriental weaponry. Thematchingrosewoodgripandscabbardwith solid bronze fittings, decoratedin the traditional Chinese motif, aremeticulouslyfinished.

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Created for the discriminatingmartial Artist, the single anddouble-handed Swallow swordsfeaturebladescraftedforcorrectflexibilityandbalance.Thebrassfurniture, featuring a Swallowmotif,isaperfectcomplementtothe tough, rosewood-patternedfiberglasshandleandscabbard.

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Water Song WushuSH2064MSRP:$139


Practical GongfuBroadswordSH2063MSRP:$209


DadaoSH1012MSRP:$179


JianPractical WushuSH2062MSRP:$129


The Water Song Wushu Broadsword (SH2064)has an ultra-flexible high-carbon blade, taperingto almost paper-thin at the tip.At barely a poundinweight, thesword isveryquickand the WaterSong (caused by vibrating the blade) is veryaudible.

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The Practical Gongfu Broadsword (SH2063) is afurtherextensionofourPracticalSeries.Featuringadistal-taperedhighcarbonsteel blade,wrappedgripandsteelfittings,thesaberisatraditionalox-taildesign.Thetexturedwoodenscabbardisdesignedwithaslottedopening,whichmakesbothforeasysheathingandgracefullines.

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LongthetraditionalweaponofChinaspeasantarmies, the Dadao, or big sword, was usedwithdeadlyeffectaslateasthe1930sintheSino-JapaneseWar.Itssingle-ortwo-handedversatility, combined with the tremendousslashing power of its weight-forward blademade it the ideal close-quarters weapon.Although the originals had no scabbard, asimplecarryingcaseisprovidedforprotectionandeaseoftransportation.

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Developed in response to requests from Wushupractitioners for swords with ultra-flexible blades,the PracticalWushu (SH2062) has a spring steelbladethattaperstoalmostpaper-thinatthetip.Thelightweight(barelyonepound)oftheswordmakesit extremely fast in skilled hands. The OH2280CarryingCaseandtheOH2078Tassel(Pg57)willalsofitthisswordperfectly.

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ThePracticalTaiji(TaiChi)serieshasbeendevelopedin response tomany requests foraqualityTaijiswordforeverydaypractice.OurSH2008seriesfeaturesthreebladelengthstosuittheindividualrequirementsoftheTaijipractitioner.Featuringasteelguardandpommelthe swords are correctly balanced and the the un-edgedbladesarecraftedinfullytemperedhigh-carbonsteel. The flattened-diamond blade section producesa blade that ismoderately stiff,while still allowing forsome flexibility.A toughpaddedNylonCarryingCase(OH2280, Pg 57) for ease of transportation and amatchingTassel(OH2078,Pg57)areavailable.

Practical TaiJi - 28SH2008APractical TaiJi - 30SH2008BPractical TaiJi - 32SH2008CMSRP:$139

Overall:34-38Blade:28-32Handle:6Weight:1lb3oz-1lb6oz

Yang Saber - SharpSH2380MSRP:$279


Yang Saber - Blunt PracticalSH2381MSRP:$259


TheseSabers,builtfortheYang-styleTaiChipractitioner,aresolidlybuiltandtastefully decorated. The high-carbonsteelbladesarefullytempered,withexcel-lentbalanceandflexibility.Thebrassfittingscomplement the genuine rosewood scabbardandhandlebeautifully.

TheStandardSaber (SH2380)hasa traditional, livelyaction to reveal the energy passing through it whenexpressed.Itiscomfortablylightandcanbeutilizedwitheasebytheneworaveragepractitioner.

The Practical Saber (SH2381) has the weight andbalanceofa livesword. Theblade,with itsrefinedtipand fuller spinemakes for a great trainer.Theexperi-encedpractitioner,whocanappreciateamoreaccuratehistoricalfeel,willlikethissword.

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-FiberglassHandle-Hsu Jian - 28SH2269AHsu Jian - 30SH2269BMSRP:$199Hsu Jian - 32SH2269CMSRP:$209Hsu Jian - 34SH2269DMSRP:$219


-FiberglassHandle-Hsu 2-handed JianSH2278MSRP:$239

-WoodHandle-Hsu 2-handed JianSH2316MSRP:$249


-WoodHandle-Hsu Jian - 28SH2313AHsu Jian - 30SH2313BMSRP:$209Hsu Jian - 32SH2313CMSRP:$219Hsu Jian - 34SH2313DMSRP:$229


DesignedbyChinesemartialartsmasterSifuAdamHsu,theseChinese straight swords emphasize functionality, weight andbalance, while Hanweis quality and workmanship give theswords a graceful and pleasing appearance. The blades arecrafted in high-carbon spring steel and have a pronouncedcenterridgeanddistaltaper,producingexactlytherightdegreeofstiffnessandaveryaudiblehiss in thecuttingstroke.TheMing-style steel guards have an embossed dragon symbol,while the open-ended pommels facilitate the fitting of atassel. The Jiansare availablewith thegrips and scabbardsmade from either fiberglass (Single-hand SH2269A,B,C andD, Double-hand SH2278) for extreme durability or exoticwood (SH2313A,B,C and D, Double-hand SH2316) for thetraditionalist.Thesingle-handswordisavailableinfourbladesizesSH2269A,SH2313A28,SH2269B,SH2313B30,SH2269C,SH2313C32andSH2269D,SH2313D34.Thetwo-handJian(SH2278,SH2316)featuresa36bladeandan11grip.Withaweightofslightlylessthan2lbs.thislongswordhandlesverywell.

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The Chinese Pudao, originallyan infantry weapon, has beenadopted into themartial arts andits use in the hands of a skilledpractitioner is spectacular. Thehigh-carbon tempered steel bladehas an aggressive distal taper topromotequicknessandbalanceanda long tang for strength. The oakstaff istightlywrappedinatraditionalpattern,whichbothoptimizeshandlingandaddstothedistinctiveappearance,as do the dragon-head bronzed steelbladecollarandbelltassel.

PudaoSH2072MSRP:$239


Hsu QuandaoSH2212MSRP:$439


Named for its originator, thegreatGeneralKwanYu,TheQuandaostartedlifeasapowerfulmilitaryweaponweighingover100lbs.,buthassinceevolvedintoamartialartsweap-onweighingconsiderably less(ours is51/2 lbs.). Theun-edgedhigh-carbonsteelbladehasadistaltaperforbalanceand is engraved in a dragonmotif with the traditional belltassel attached to thehook. Thewooden staff terminatesinaquatrefoilpommelandthebloodcupandguardhaveadistinctiveantiquedfinish.LighterandbetterbalancedthanmostQuandaosonthemarket,oursisidealforthemartialartisttrainingwiththisformidableweapon.Apurpose-builtstand(OH2290,Page57)isavailableseparately.

Hsu Quandao

Stand for QuandaoOH2290/MSRP:$139

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Stand for QuandaoOH2290MSRP:$139

Height:25Width:19Depth:15

Craftedinsolidoak,thisswordstandmatchesthequality of the CASHanwei swords for which it isdesignedanditwillproudlydisplayourTaijiswordsandmany others. Themagnetic blade supports,surmountedbygoldenImperialDragons,willadjusttoholdbladesupto2widesecurely.

Vertical Sword StandOH2025MSRP:$169

Height:19Width:9

Hanwei Dragon PlaqueOH2334MSRP:$459

Diameter:183/8Weight:18lb4oz

Taiji TasselOH2078MSRP:$19

Length:20Weight:1oz

Yellow Tassel - SmallOH2270White Tassel - SmallOH2271Red Tassel - SmallOH2272MSRP:$10

Hsu Sword BagOH2280MSRP:$39

Length:48Width:5

The Hsu Sword Bag is verystronglymadeinaheavyCordurafabric with leather reinforcing.It will accommodate any of thesingle-handJians.

The stand for the Quandao(SH2212, Pg 56) is craftedinsolidoakanddisplaystheweapon beautifully in theverticalposition.

This imposing plaque is a superb rendition of theHanweidragon,finelycastinstainlesssteelandmountedonasolidwoodbase.Chinesedragonshaveanentirelydifferentrepu-tation than their western counterparts; they are seen assymbolsofprosperityandgoodwill.Thisdragoninparticularisofgreatage,wisdom,andpower;evidencedbythelongwhiskersand fourclaws.Thepositioningof the feetat thefour corners represents great stability. This is the perfectpiecetopresideoveryourstoreordojo.

Stand for Quandao

ThesetasselsaredesignedforTaijiandGongfuswords(Pgs50-55),andwillmatchanysuchswordsinourcollection.

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Michael Tinker Pearceisoneofthepre-eminentmakersofcus-tommedieval-styleswords,withalargeinternationalfollowinginthecollector andWesternMartial Arts communities. His swords havea long-standing reputation for durability and performance. He hasstudiedswordsforoverthirtyyearsandwasoneofthefirstmakerstostudy thestructuralandengineeringaspectsofantiqueswords.Tinker has introducedmanyof the concepts ofmodern sword de-signsuchasauthenticweight,balanceanddynamiccharacteristicsthathavebecomestandardsintheindustry.HisarticleshavebeenfeaturedinBladeMagazineandmanyofhisworksonthephysicalcharacteristicsofswordshavebeenpublished.HeisalsotheauthorofTheMedievalSwordintheModernWorld,abookaboutmodernreproductionswordsand theircharacteristics. TinkerwasanSCAheavyfighterformanyyearsandpracticedperiodrapier-fencingwiththeAcademyDellaSpadainSeattle,WA..Heisaself-defensein-structorandcurrentlyteachesMedievalEuropeanmartialarts.Heisalsoa trained fight-choreographer. His researchandbroad-basedtraininghasengenderedagoodunderstandingofhowswordswereusedbythegenerationsthatfoughtfortheirliveswiththemandalsotheneedsofmodernre-enactorsandmartialartists.HeisanHonor-aryEducationalAdvisorforSwordForumInternational.

Tinker Great Sword of WarSH2424MSRP:$369

Overall:475/8Blade:357/8Handle:11Weight:3lb14oz

CAShascommissionedTinkerPearcetodesignaseriesofswords,madebyHanweiin5160steel,whichemphasizeauthenticity,functionalityandperformance.

TheGreatSwordofWar,shownhere,isanimmenselypowerfulsword,builtsolelyforthecuttingpracti-tioner.TinkersCutting/SparringSeries,shownonPages5963,isdesignedtosatisfythecutting,sparringand(inthecaseoftheVikingandNormanblunts)thereenactmentneedsoftheWesternMartialArtist.Eachofthefivecurrentstylesisbeingmadeinlive-blade(sharp)andeithersparringorreenactment(blunt)versions,witheachpairofswordshavinghandlingcharacteristics,balanceandbladeharmonicsthatarematchedascloselyaspossible.

Thecarefullycontrolledheattreatingof5160(Tinkersbladesteelofchoice)bytheMarquenchingprocess produces an excellent combination of toughness and flexibility at a hardness ofHRc50-52, allowing superior edge retentionon the sharpsandanti-burr and tip-flexingsafetyfeaturesontheblunts.

ReplacementbladesareavailableforalloftheswordsintheCutting/Sparringseries,andakeyfeatureofTinkersdesignsistheinterchangeabilityofbladeswithineachpairofswords(withtheexceptionoftheVikingandNormanpairs),allowingtheusertopurchaseonecompleteswordandonesparebladetoenjoythebenefitsofbothversions.TheLongswords,BastardandEarlyMedievalswordsallfeatureTinkersrecessedsleevenutmounting system, providing secure hilt retention and tightening and easy bladeexchange using theAllenwrench provided,The hardwood-cored grips are leather-over-cordwrappedwithsteelfittings.Leather-coveredscabbardsareincluded.

Tinker Pearce Swords

TheGreat Sword ofWar is designed and crafted purely as a cuttingswordand,weighinginatalittlelessthanfourpounds,itisbuilttoexcelon heavy targets.The 11 grip provides excellent leverage and staticanddynamicbalancearetoTinkersdemandingstandards.Thebladeisagainforgedin5160andmarquenchedtoHRc50-52.ThehiltisretainedbyTinkerssignaturerecessedsleevemountingsystem,providingsecureretentionandeasyhilttightening,usingtheAllenwrenchprovided.

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OurLongswords(OakeshottTypeXVIIIa)pro-videtheWMApractitionerwithafast,well-bal-anced pair of swords that will perform beau-tifully in skilled hands. The demi-fulleredsharpbladesexhibitaquickprofiletaperwithadiamondsectionouttothetip,providingthenecessarystiffnessforthecuttingstroke.Thesparringblunts featurea longer fuller, to bal-ancethethickeredges,andaflattenedtipsec-tiontoprovidetheflexibilityrequiredforsafety.Theflattenedscent-stopperpommel(TypeT-1)formsanaturalextensionof thedouble-handgrip and the square-section guard (Type 2)providessolidsecurity.

Tinker LongswordSharpSH2394MSRP:$379


Replacement Blade:OH2396MSRP:$179

Tinker LongswordBluntSH2395MSRP:$339



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Tinker BastardBluntSH2401MSRP:$319



Tinker BastardSharp - with Fuller(not shown)SH2411MSRP:$339



Like theLongswords, theseBastard swordsarebasedon theOakeshott TypeXVIIIAandaredesignedsothatboththesharpandbluntversionswillperformidenticallyinthehand,offeringthepossibilityofsparringandcuttingwithswordsthatfeelandrespondinexactlythesameway.Thesharpbladeisproducedintwoslightlydifferentversions,onediamond-sectionedthroughout its lengthandtheotheralmostidenticalbutfulleredforaboutonethirdofitslengthTheblunthasalonger,broaderfullertocompensatefortheaddededgethickness.Thetipofthebluntissufficientlyflexibletoprovideanadequatelevelofsafety.Wheel-typepommelsaresizedtoprovideagripforthesecondhandwhenrequired,andthestraighttaperingcrossprovidesexcellenthandprotection.

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Tinker Early MedievalSharpSH2404MSRP:$329

Overall:38Blade:31Hilt:6Weight:2lb8oz


Tinker Early MedievalBluntSH2405MSRP:$309



TheEarlyMedievalSwordsaresingle-handOakeshottTypeXIIpieces,againhavingsharpandbluntversionswith identical handling characteristics. The sharp isfulleredforabouttwothirdsofitslength,withaflatteneddiamondsectionout towards the tip. .Thebluntusesabroad, flat fuller tomovemass towards the edges forsafetywhile retainingavery lively feel. Thecruciformhiltisattractiveandfunctional.

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Whilenotadirectcopyofanyparticularsword,theVikingsworddesign was inspired by historical examples from the early 9thCentury, most notably finds from the area around Trondheim,Norway,wherethecircularindentationhiltdecorationwaspopular.Thescabbardsareprovidedwithsuspensionpointsandaperiodchape,givingthesheathedswordaveryattractiveappearance.

TheconstructionoftheVikingpairdiffersfromotherswordsintheTinkerseriesinasmuchastheyaretang-riveted(peened)in period fashion at the pommel, primarily to satisfy Vikingre-enactmentrequirements,andthebluntbladedesignisverymuch directed towards re-enactment rather than sparring.However,aswiththeotherswordsintheseries,replacementbladesareavailableandTinkerisofferingablade-replace-mentandre-peeningserviceforusersunabletoundertakethetaskthemselves.Again,thehandlingcharacteristicsofthetwoswordsarevirtuallyidentical.

Tinker 9th Century VikingSharpSH2408MSRP:$339



Tinker 9th Century VikingBluntSH2409MSRP:$329



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Tinker NormanTheNormanswords,withtheirdistinctivecruciformguardsandbrazil-nutpommels,aresimilar inweightandstaticbalanceandoffervirtuallyidenticalhandlingcharacteristics.Bothareharmonicallybalancedtooptimizecuttingabilityinthecaseofthesharpversionandtoprovideauthentichandlingchar-acteristicsforthere-enactor.Thebladesareforgedin5160high carbon steel andmarquenched toHRc50-52, allowingsuperioredgeretentiononthesharpandanti-burrsafetyontheblunt.Gripsarewood-coredand leather-coveredoveracordwrap.

Tinker Norman SharpSH2426MSRP:$329


Tinker Norman BluntSH2427MSRP:$319


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Overall:501/8Blade:38Weight:2lb9oz

Saber of CharlemagneSH2288MSRP:$859


The Saber of Charlemagne theGreat is a vital part of European history,beinganimportantartifactintheInsigniaoftheHolyRomanEmpire,ofwhichCharlemagnewasthefirstEmperor.Thesaberishousedtoday,togetherwiththerestof the imperial insignia, in theKunsthistorichesMuseuminVienna.TheswordisofEasternEuropeanorigin,datingfromthefirsthalfofthe10thcentury.Howitbecameapartoftheinsigniaisnotknownbutitslavishdeco-rationindicatesthat itwasmadeforanimportantmemberofthenobility. It

isclearlyacavalrysaber,indicativeofitsoriginsintheEurasianSteppes.

Ourversionofthesaberisfaithfulindetailtotheweaponasitwasconceived, even to the point of omitting the decorative 15thcentury repairs that render the original unusable. The highcarbonblade featuresabroadgold-finished fuller,with intricateengravingtomatchthatoftheoriginal.Theauthentichiltconstruc-tionfeaturesarayskin-wrappedgripwithagildedbrassguardandfittings,includingaglobatepommelthatbalancestheswordbeau-tifully.Thewoodcorescabbard iscovered in leatherandgildedbrassfittingstomatchthehilt.

The Swiss andGermans originally carried theseweapons,althoughBastardswordssoonbecamepopular inother regionssuchas theBritish IslesandEurope.ThetermBastardundoubtedlycomesfromthefactthatthesword,becauseofitsdesign,hasnolegitimateclaimtobeingclassifiedaseitherauniquelysingle-handedortwo-handedweapon.TheBastardswordwasaweapondeveloped fortheuseof thefootsoldierandhadbecamequitecommon by the early 1500s. The combat stylesdevelopedfor theBastardswordwerethepartic-ular specialty of theNorthernEuropeancultures,with theGermanic nations being at the forefrontin its development and use. Our Bastard Swordis finished in an antique patina, making for anoutstandinglyauthenticappearance.

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Marshall DamascusSH2001MSRP:$699


MarshallSH2000MSRP:$359


Our Hand-and-a-Half Sword is replicated from a swordthought tobe thatofAlbrecht IIofAustriaand representsthe pinnacle of beauty and balance in medieval swords.Classicallysimpleindesignwithaflatteneddiamond-sectionblade and cruciform hilt, the original dates from the earlypart of the 15th century. The Lion Rampant emblem oftheHabsburgdynastyisengravedinthepommel,whilethePassauRunningWolfguildmarkandamarigoldmakersmark appear on the blade fuller. Both the grip and thescabbardareleathercoveredoveracordwrap.

SeePage72forthePracticalversionof theHand-and-a-Halfsword.

Hand and a Half

Oursingle-handMarshallSwordisbasedonanoriginalusedbyoneofEnglandsfinestknights,SirWilliamMarshall,whoservedthecrownunderHenryIIandRichardtheLionheart.TheMarshallSwordisavailablewitheitheraforgedhigh-carbonsteelblade (SH2000)ora forged - foldedpowdersteelblade(SH2001).BothbladesareidenticalinhandlingcharacteristicsandbotharetemperedtoatoughHRC54.The blade features a central ridged fuller and full-lengthdistaltaper-atoughtestforthebladesmithbutresultinginasuperbcombinationofspeedandstrength.Thegripisleatherwrappedandlacedandtheguardandpommelareelegant intheirfunctionalsimplicity.Thescabbardisleather-coveredwithsteelmounts.Trulyaswordfortheconnoisseur.

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Marshall

Sword BaldricOL300/MSRP:$99(sword/scabbardnotincluded)

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Claymore AntiquedSH2060NMSRP:$299

Overall:54Blade:41Handle:LeatherWeight:4lb14oz

Lowlander AntiquedSH2065NMSRP:$359

Overall:68Blade:48Handle:StuddedLeatherWeight:6lb14oz

LowlanderSH2065MSRP:$359

Overall:68Blade:48Handle:StuddedLeatherWeight:6lb14oz

ClaymoreSH2060MSRP:$299

Overall:54Blade:41Handle:LeatherWeight:4lb14oz

MainstayoftheHighlandwarriorsofthelate15th and 16th centuries, theClaymore hadauniquely styledhilt that sets it apart fromothergreatswordsoftheperiod.Typicallyofhand-and-a-halflength,thisversatileweaponcould deliver great sweeping slashes orpowerfulthrusts.Replicatedfromasurvivingmuseum piece our Claymore is classic inits design, with distinctive sloping quillonsterminatinginquatrefoilsandahigh-collaredquillonblockwithlangetsfollowingthebladefuller.The leather-coveredgrip is toppedbyaglobatepommel.Theswordisavailableinboth polished and antiqued finishes, withthe finish of the SH2060N closely repli-

cating that of the original museumpiece.Thegripsof theClaymore

areleather-covered,blackinthecase of the SH2060 and brownfor the SH2060N. Originally

carriedslungontheback,theClaymorematchesperfectlywithourOL1038/OL1038Bbackscabbard.

WieldedwithuntamedferocityonmanyaGaelicbattlefield,themassiveLowlanderswordvividlyillustratesthemightoftheScotsofold.Knownas Slaughter-Swords in the 16th century,these were the swords of choice for Scottishmercenariesof theperiod,andatclose tosixfeet long the Lowlander faithfully replicates asurviving museum piece. Though by far thelargest sword ever offered by CAS Hanwei,the Lowlander is beautifully proportioned andbalanced. The typically Scottish quatrefoils inthe ring guards attest to the heritage of thisimposingpiece.Theswordisavailableinbothpolishedandantiquedfinishes,withthefinishof

theSH2065Ncloselyreplicatingthatoftheoriginal museum piece. The grips

of theLowlander are leather-covered with an overlaidleatherbinding.Awallmountisprovidedtoallowthetrans-planted Gael to display hisswordwithpride.

LowlanderClaymore

Backscabbard (Black)OL1038B/MSRP:$169Backscabbard (Brown)OL1038/MSRP:$169

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Basket-HiltBroadsword(Antiqued)SH2002NMSRP:$379


Basket-Hilt BroadswordSH2002MSRP:$369


Basket-Hilt Backsword(Antiqued)SH2003NMSRP:$379


Basket-Hilt BackswordSH2003MSRP:$369


OurBasket-HiltswordsarereplicatedfromoriginalinthecollectionoftheRoyalArmouries.TheBasket-HiltBroadswordcarriesatypicalGlasgow-stylehiltfromthemid-18thcentu

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