PAUL CHEN RAPTOR TANTO - Now In Stock - Battle Ready

Designed under the auspices of cutting master James Williams the Hanwei Raptor series, has been created 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. This steel structure also avoids the need for excessive thickness, allowing the blades to replicate the weight and handling characteristics of Japanese originals. 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.

While the Tanto is a matching piece for any of the Raptor katanas, it is in it's own right designed as a very effective cutting tool. Features a forged 5160 high carbon steel blade marquenched to an edge hardness of 57HRc. The grip is wood covered in genuine rayskin and a black suede wrap for a firm grip. The tsuba and fittings are blackened iron and feature a raptor motif. Includes a wood says with a black textured laquer finish.

Raptor Series Construction Details:

Blade -Forged from 5160 high-carbon steel, marquenched to an edge hardness of 57HRc.
Tang (Nakago) -Full length, double pegged.
Ferrule (Habaki) -Brass
Handle (Tsuka) -Wood core, genuine rayskin (Same), special non-stretch sueded wrap (Tsuka- ito) for firm grip and wear resistance. Raptor feathers hilt ornaments (Menuki).
Guard (Tsuba) -Traditional blackened iron, Raptor motif.
Fitting (Fuchi/Kashira) -Blackened steel, Raptor motif.
Scabbard (Saya) -Wood, non-fingerprinting textured laquer finish. 

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