The proverb itself is thought to have originated in China and was brought to Japan by a Buddhist monk while the association with three monkeys appears to be a Japanese play on words.

Our Three Monkey Wakizashi is built on a traditional Shinogi Zukuri style blade with BoHi to reduce weight and improve balance.

The highcarbon blade is hand forged and differentially hardened.

The blackened iron Tsuba features the ldquoThree Wise Monkeysrdquo in relief.

See model SH2329 for the companion Katana.

Made by Hanwei.

Specifications Overall 30 Blade Length 19 frac34rdquo Handle Length 6 frac12rdquo Weight 1lb 13oz Point of Balance 4 Sori 1/2 Specs will vary slightly from piece to piece.

Key Features Forged HighCarbon Blade Authentically constructed Quality fittings