The blade is differentially hardened using the traditional claying method.

The Shinto is mounted in black and the tsukaito is made of premium black Japanese cotton.

The saya is finished in a deep black lacquer with a black cotton sageo.

A finely rendered dragon detailed in gold with true frontandback detail forms the black iron tsuba.

The fittings are superbly antiqued adding to the aesthetics of the piece.

The Shinto is supplied with a protective cloth bag and traditional maintenance kit.

Made by Hanwei.

Key Features Forged highcarbon steel blade Built for cutting Traditional construction