Description
This Musha Kotoku series katana features the crest of Hijikata Toshizo etched and engraved onto its fittings and scabbard. The blade is forged from 1045 high carbon steel which is both tempered and sharpened. The blade is mounted into a hilt with an metal tsuba with an antiqued finish and fine detailing featuring Hijikata Toshizo's family crest surrounded by ocean waves. The fuchi grip collar and pommel cap are made in antiqued metal to match. The grip is made from wood which is inlaid with faux rayskin and bound in knotted ito cord to finish the sword with a grip wrap. The scabbard is made from wood with a black finish and an antiqued metal collar and a black sageo cord.
Hijikata Toshizo was the Vice Commander of the famous Shinsengumi. He was a great swordsman and a talented military leader who resisted the Meniji Restoration. He was universally feared by his enemies as well as his subordinates, earning the nickname: Oni no fukucho, Demon Vice-Commander.
- Original Musha/Mushashi Handmade Quality Sword
- 41″ Overall Length
- Forged with Maru-Kitae process
- 1045 High Carbon Steel
- Full Tang
- Maru Gata style Zinc Tsuba
- Metal Fuchi and Kashira
- Family Crest Engrave on Scabbard
- Tsuba features family crest surrounded by raging ocean waves
- Razor Sharp Blade
- Blade With Blood Groove
- Cotton Wrapped Faux Ray Skin Handle
- Includes Sword Bag
OVERSIZE ITEM
This product is an oversize item and as such cannot be transported via Australia Post.
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