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Kurin Shoden Shinken - Iaido


Product code: KW-1

$1000.00 $900.00


These Kurin Shinken are unique in the current market in our opinion. This is because these swords are not replicas, they are made specifically for martial arts practice, drawing on thousands of years of tradition and sword making knowledge to produce matchless performance compared with similarly priced weapons on the market. These swords are of an excellent balance and weight and we are confident that in their performance they will match even the finest custom made Shinken.

The Shoden range offers our most economical option for those looking to purchase a Shinken. Supplied with a top quality hand polished, T-10 high carbon steel blade. They are fully forged and feature stunning genuine Hamon, accentuated through skillful polishing alone. These swords are fitted with steel hilt fittings and Tsuba and Ishime Saya in both black and brown. All hilts are tightly wrapped with cotton Ito, have an underlay of authentic Same (rayskin) and come complete with a cotton Sageo, Koiguchi protector and lining bag.

These swords are razor sharp and are only suitable for experienced Iaido practitioners. Swords with grooves (Hi Ire) are specifically designed for advanced Iaido practice (solo kata) and not for test cutting. Swords without grooves (Shinogi) are suitable for test cutting of appropriate targets. To view sword suitable for Tameshigiri (test cutting) click here.

Warning - These swords are extremely sharp, Nine Circles USA does not accept any liabilty for any injury caused through their use.  We do not recommend practice with a Shinken unless highly experienced and you are advised to do so by qualified instructor.

These swords do not include a stand.


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