These swords were made from 1933 onwards by a group of highlyskilled swordsmiths at the Yasukuni Shrine in Tokyo and are known collectively as the Yasukuni swords.

Only 8000 of these swords were made and many were destroyed so in recent years they have become highly collectable.

Hanwei is producing these very accurate replicas for collectors unable to afford or obtain originals.

The sword features Hanweis own highalloy Silicone/Manganese HWS2S steel blade with outstanding hamon.

This steel is made in Hanweis new factory with hightech equipment producing a very pure advancedmetallurgy blade with the best edgeholding capability and resilience of any blade ever produced by Hanwei.

Handwoven pure silk Sageo with accurate Colonelrank coloration.

Specifications Overall 37 3/8 Blade Length 26 3/8 Handle Length 9 1/4 Weight 2lb 10oz Blade Steel HWS2S Key Features Hand Woven Silk Sageo Advanced Metallurgy Blade Authentic Detailing