THE DEFINITIVE GUIDE TO THAITSUKI JAPANSE HANDMADE SWORD

The blade of the tsurugi is mostly cast working with regular Japanese sword-creating strategies, which has a difficult, sharp edge as well as a durable backbone for elevated power. The cope with, or hilt, is usually wrapped in cord to get a secure grip, and the scabbard, or saya, is commonly lacquered and adorned with intricate designs. The tsurugi