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Custom Iaido Sword – Aluminum Alloy Blade Unsharpened Practice Katana with Shinken-Hi
This custom iaido sword features a precision aluminum alloy blade designed specifically for Iaido and traditional Japanese sword training. Unlike traditional high-carbon steel blades, alloy iaito are widely used by martial arts practitioners because they provide excellent balance, durability, and require minimal maintenance.
The blade is crafted from high-quality aluminum alloy, a material commonly used in professional iaito practice swords. This alloy offers an ideal combination of strength and lightweight handling, allowing practitioners to perform drawing techniques, kata, and training movements with smooth control and natural balance.
For training safety, the blade is unsharpened, and both the cutting edge and the tip are carefully rounded and smoothly polished. This design helps reduce the risk of injury during practice while maintaining the traditional appearance and proportions of a Japanese katana.
The blade comes standard with a Shinken-Hi (真剣樋) groove and a Marudome (丸止め) termination. This traditional groove design not only enhances the overall balance and aesthetics of the blade, but also produces a clear Tachikaze (立風声) sound during swings. The tachikaze provides valuable feedback to practitioners, helping them evaluate the angle, speed, and alignment of their cuts during training.
The aluminum alloy construction also offers strong resistance to rust and corrosion, making the sword much easier to maintain compared with traditional carbon steel blades. This makes it especially suitable for regular and long-term practice.
The sword is designed to replicate the proportions and balance of a traditional katana, allowing practitioners to develop proper technique while maintaining a higher level of safety during Iaido training.
Each sword is individually assembled by experienced craftsmen to ensure proper balance, reliable construction, and traditional aesthetics. Combining practical alloy construction with authentic Japanese sword proportions, this custom iaido katana is an ideal training sword for Iaido practitioners and enthusiasts who appreciate the tradition of Japanese blades.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Iaido Practice Katana (Iaito) |
| Blade Material | Aluminum Alloy |
| Blade Edge | Unsharpened |
| Blade Structure | Alloy Training Blade |
| Groove | Shinken‑Hi (真剣樋) |
| Groove End | Marudome (丸止め) |
| Blade Edge Finish | Rounded and Smooth Polished Edge |
| Blade Tip Finish | Rounded and Smooth Polished Kissaki |
| Sound Effect | Tachikaze (立風声) when swinging |
| Blade Length | Approx. 70 cm |
| Overall Length | Approx. 103 cm |
| Tsuka Length | Approx. 25.5 cm |
| Weight (Without Saya) | Approx. 500 g |
| Weight (With Saya) | Approx. 750 g |
| Balance Point | Approx. 9 cm from Tsuba |
| Maintenance | Rust‑Resistant, Low Maintenance |
| Intended Use | Iaido Training / Martial Arts Practice |
| Assembly | Hand Assembled |
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