Paul Chen Practical Plus Elite Katana – Hanwei Swords

As part of the Paul Chen Elite Series, the sword has an upgraded standard of blade polish and other performance.

The sword you are looking at is the Practical Plus elite Katana, this sword is the perfect blend for those looking for a low price and quality katana capable of cutting through almost anything.

The blade is forged and differentially tempered (HRC60 edge, HRC40 back) and the hamon is prominent. The Practical Plus Elite features genuine Same (Rayskin) on the Tsuka, with a tightly-woven cotton wrap (Tsuka-Ito). The long tang is double-pegged for security. The fittings of the Practical Plus Elite are decorated in a Japanese Dogwood motif with dragon menuki, and the handsome Tsuba is of an iron “sunburst” design with a brass habaki.

Paul Chen Practical Plus Elite Katana Features:

• Economical cutter
• Traditional tang construction
• High carbon hand forged blade
• Quality fittings
• Genuine same and cotton wrapped tsuka

Measurements:

Overall Length:39"
Blade: 28"
Handle: 11"
Functional: Yes