Have you ever noticed your favorite Katana is a little bit short for your practice? The average heights for Medieval Japanese Samurai was less than 5 feet. The ideal sword size for their height was 40 inches. The average American height for men is 5 foot 10 inches - 15% taller than medieval Japanese Samurai. The traditional size for a samurai sword may be a little short for Today.s American size. There is a need for adjustment. We have extended the total length of the dancing crane sword, 10 % longer than the traditional size, to meet today's standards- Tradition with Innovation. It features a crane-design tsuba (hand guard) and measures a total length of 44.5", 4 inches longer than the traditional length of 40 inches, proportionate to an average height of American. The katana features a sharpened 1045 carbon steel, 31" blade with a traditional hamon. The blade is full tang, running the entire length of the sword down through the 13" wood core handle. The handle features an imitation ray skin covering and black wrap. The saya, or scabbard, is made from wood with a shiny finish. This katana is balanced perfectly, making it great for practical use or even just display. The katana also includes a cotton sword bag to keep it protected and clean.
Handmade katana - 44.5" total length
Crane designed a handguard (tsuba)
Sharp 1045 carbon steel blade, full tang - 31"
Wood scabbard and wood core handle with imitation ray skin - 13"
