Okay, so let's move on to the second sword in the Hanwei Paul Chen Raptor Series, which is the Nanbokucho Katana (SH2416). Nanbochuko is a historical period which spanned from around 1332 to 1392. This period of time is historical because it encompassed sixty eyars of internal conflict in Japan. This conflict created a huge demand for more and bigger sword blades than ever produced previously. Several traditional designs of Katanas and swords became longer and wider. Some swords were just ridiculously huge! It is believed that this is the period where the Odachi was born You know - the super large sword that has a blade that measures an insane 49"!!
So, suitably named for this period, the Nanbokucho Katana is an impressive piece of artwork and mastery. The blade length of this katana is 30". It has a long kissaki, and yet a weight of just under 3lbs. The weight is what makes this kstana as surprising as it is because it still allows for its weilder to move and cut swiftly and accurately. It is very agile and even nimble enough for one to master double cuts.
The blade of the Nanbokucho is forged from 5160 high carbon steel that has been specially heat treated. This has producted a very high resilience and a greater tolerance for a misdirected cut that beats any conventional differentially tempered blade. Also, becuae of this heat treating process, it has enabled the Hanwei forge to be able to avoid excessive thickness of their steel. This allows the blade to replicate the weight and handling characteristics of the original Japanese Katanas. The Nanbokucho itself was designed for heavy targets.
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