Dragon King Taikyu Katana SD35480
Feb 2, 2023 21:32:28 GMT
Post by Roscoe57 on Feb 2, 2023 21:32:28 GMT
Introduction:
Dragon King Taikyu Katana SD35480
I bought this one for the steel. T10 wth 9260 folded. Bought from RVA Katana. If your looking for a Dragon King or Hanwei, John will beat any comapnies advertised price.
Historical overview:
The koi is a symbol in Asian culture of endurance. The koi struggles to return up rivers through strong currents and many difficult obstacles. After finally arriving at its final destination, the koi transforms into a powerful dragon. The artisans at Dragon King depicts this struggle in beautiful sword art that few forges can.
Full Disclosure:
Bought from RVA Katana. If your looking for a Dragon King or Hanwei, John will beat any advertised price.
Statistics:
Folded Steel Blade
Teal Japanese Silk Wrapped Tsuka
Deep Blue Lacquered Saya
SPECIFICATIONS:
Overall: 40 1/2"
Blade Length: 28"
Tsuka Length: 10 1/2"
Weight: 2 lbs 9.8 oz
Thickness at Guard: 6.5 mm
Thickness at Tip: 4.5 mm
Sori: 3/4"
Blade Steel: T10 & 9260
Hrc Edge: 60
Hrc Back: 40
Pros:
Feels well balanced.
Paper cutting sharp
Everything is tight.
Fits perfect in the saya.
Ito is very tight.
Beatiful blade, looks much better in person.
Cons:
Tsukamaki could be much better in diamond shapes, It is almost identical to the wrap on my Dragon King War Horse. Looks like the same person did both.
Dragon King Taikyu Katana SD35480
I bought this one for the steel. T10 wth 9260 folded. Bought from RVA Katana. If your looking for a Dragon King or Hanwei, John will beat any comapnies advertised price.
Historical overview:
The koi is a symbol in Asian culture of endurance. The koi struggles to return up rivers through strong currents and many difficult obstacles. After finally arriving at its final destination, the koi transforms into a powerful dragon. The artisans at Dragon King depicts this struggle in beautiful sword art that few forges can.
Full Disclosure:
Bought from RVA Katana. If your looking for a Dragon King or Hanwei, John will beat any advertised price.
Statistics:
Folded Steel Blade
Teal Japanese Silk Wrapped Tsuka
Deep Blue Lacquered Saya
SPECIFICATIONS:
Overall: 40 1/2"
Blade Length: 28"
Tsuka Length: 10 1/2"
Weight: 2 lbs 9.8 oz
Thickness at Guard: 6.5 mm
Thickness at Tip: 4.5 mm
Sori: 3/4"
Blade Steel: T10 & 9260
Hrc Edge: 60
Hrc Back: 40
Pros:
Feels well balanced.
Paper cutting sharp
Everything is tight.
Fits perfect in the saya.
Ito is very tight.
Beatiful blade, looks much better in person.
Cons:
Tsukamaki could be much better in diamond shapes, It is almost identical to the wrap on my Dragon King War Horse. Looks like the same person did both.
Got around to cutting a few used tantami mats today. 1/2 mats well packed with scraps. The Taikyu did excellent right on par with my Dynasty Forge Shobu and my Alex Zheng Masurao. I saw no scratches on the blade after cutting. All very smooth clean cuts.
