Nishijin Collection - Giku Suisen

Nishijin Collection Iaito This wonderful iaito, with flowers and birds motif, wrapped in a deep navy silk, would come straight from an area of Kyoto renowned for its prowess in the production of traditional Japanese textiles. Nishijin is also well known for being a historical army camp from before the Edo Period (this being what Nishijin actually means).  The blade is made of GT Metal - denser and stronger than regular iaito, perfect for capturing the feel of a shinken.  This foundation is then worked by hand into a beautiful finish and completed with a practical kuroishime saya.  This is an in-stock iaito and will ship in approximately 1 to 3 working days after you make your order. Specifications Blade Length: 2.35 Shaku (Approx. 71.2cm) Hamon: Miyako Tsuka Length: 8 sun (Approx. 24cm) Habaki: Brass Tsuba: Ichirin Giku- 80g Fuchi and Kashira: Muradori Menuki: Suisen  Same: White ray skin  Tsuka Ito: Silk Navy Tsuka Maki: Hineri Maki Saya Lacquer: Kuroishime Sageo: Silk Navy