Post by hanashibugeisha on Sept 10, 2024 16:12:05 GMT
Hello everyone. I’m selling my Paul Chen/Hanwei Unokubi-Zukuri Raptor Katana that I purchased new directly from Bugei when it first came out. It was used once to cut a pool noodle when I first bought it just out of curiosity. Since then it has been in one of my sword stands on display. I have kept it lightly oiled and the fit and finish is the same as the day I received it with tight, virtually untouched ito, no nicks or dings on the saya, blade, or koshirae.
Here is a link to some photos I took - please forgive the lighting in my room. I’m selling to fund my photography hobby and not interested in trades at this time. Price is $375 shipped in the continental US only (I am in Wichita, Kansas). Payment is PayPal Goods and Services. Thank you so much.
photos.app.goo.gl/SmGRZXFmUTtX2nrCA
EDITED: to include website description and specs and final price drop to $375 shipped CONUS
The Raptor Unokubi-Zukuri (Cormorants Neck) blade design is patterned after the shape of the Naginata, the powerful long-handled weapon popular between the 12th and 14th centuries. Notable for the strongly relieved shinogi-ji and diamond-shaped kissaki, the Unokubi-Zukuri provides excellent balance in a strong cutting blade. The sharpened blade features a half length Bo-Hi groove, while the wood grip is wrapped in genuine ray skin and black suede. The blackened iron tsuba has a raptor design. Includes a matching scabbard with matte finish and cotton sword bag.
The Hanwei Raptor series, has been designed for the cutting practitioner who does not necessarily have access to mats but who wishes to practice and perfect his cutting technique. The blades are forged in 5160 high-carbon steel and specially heat treated to produce very high resilience and greater tolerance of misdirected cuts than a conventional differentially tempered blade. The edge geometry is configured to facilitate the cutting of both soft and semi-hard materials without chipping, allowing the cutter a wide choice of targets.
Key Features:
5160 Steel
Historical blade style
Designed by James Williams / Hanwei
MSRP: $460.00
Overall: 43 1/2"
Blade Length: 28 1/2"
Handle Length: 13"
Weight: 2lb 11oz
Blade Steel: 5160
Specs will vary slightly
from piece to piece.
Here is a link to some photos I took - please forgive the lighting in my room. I’m selling to fund my photography hobby and not interested in trades at this time. Price is $375 shipped in the continental US only (I am in Wichita, Kansas). Payment is PayPal Goods and Services. Thank you so much.
photos.app.goo.gl/SmGRZXFmUTtX2nrCA
EDITED: to include website description and specs and final price drop to $375 shipped CONUS
The Raptor Unokubi-Zukuri (Cormorants Neck) blade design is patterned after the shape of the Naginata, the powerful long-handled weapon popular between the 12th and 14th centuries. Notable for the strongly relieved shinogi-ji and diamond-shaped kissaki, the Unokubi-Zukuri provides excellent balance in a strong cutting blade. The sharpened blade features a half length Bo-Hi groove, while the wood grip is wrapped in genuine ray skin and black suede. The blackened iron tsuba has a raptor design. Includes a matching scabbard with matte finish and cotton sword bag.
The Hanwei Raptor series, has been designed for the cutting practitioner who does not necessarily have access to mats but who wishes to practice and perfect his cutting technique. The blades are forged in 5160 high-carbon steel and specially heat treated to produce very high resilience and greater tolerance of misdirected cuts than a conventional differentially tempered blade. The edge geometry is configured to facilitate the cutting of both soft and semi-hard materials without chipping, allowing the cutter a wide choice of targets.
Key Features:
5160 Steel
Historical blade style
Designed by James Williams / Hanwei
MSRP: $460.00
Overall: 43 1/2"
Blade Length: 28 1/2"
Handle Length: 13"
Weight: 2lb 11oz
Blade Steel: 5160
Specs will vary slightly
from piece to piece.
