SH2162 Practical Pro Katana by Paul Chen / Hanwei is built as an economical cutting sword for heavy targets, with an extended tsuka and a thicker and longer blade. The blades of the katana are constructed from hand-forged, high-carbon steel and are differentially hardened using a traditional claying method. The Practical Pro Katana has a finer polish than others in the series. The tsuka is wrapped with synthetic black leather for its gripping characteristics and is double-pegged for safety. The saya is finished in a deep black lacquer with a black cotton sageo. The katana is stylized with a round Kuruma tsuba, which represents the "Wheel of Dharma," symbolizing the Buddhist concept of the Noble Eightfold Path. By CAS Hanwei.

• High carbon forged blade
• Differentially tempered
• Fully functional
• Overall length: 45 3/4"
• Blade length: 29 1/2"
• Handle Length: 15"
• Weight: 3 lb
• Thickness at Guard: .36"
• Thickness at Tip: .11"
• Blade Steel: 1566
• Specs will vary slightly from piece to piece