5 cm Tsuka length 26 cm Tsuka diameter 37 x 26 mm Mine Kenmine (chevroned spine) Tsuka shape Hanmaru (rounded butt) Kissaki Daikissaki (long) (~3 cm) Special Tsubanashi type (without tsuba demarcation line for tsuba)

About Katori Shinto Ryu :

The basic chrysanthemum design

The hook near the Tsuka was very likely used to parry the opponent's sword

this model is based on Kodokan guidelines

Deluxe Sashiko Cotton Samue Color:Grey 5 cm Tsuka length 26Deluxe Sashiko Samue Made in Japan Material: 100% Cotton Color: black, navy, dark grey brown, grey, or brown Size: S, M, L, LL, or 3L. This model is made from Sashiko fabric, but thinner than the one used for our Aikidogi. Sashiko is a very strong, yet relatively light and breathable fabric. Used since ancient times in Japan for work clothes, this Samue is perhaps the most durable in our catalog. This Sashiko fabric is extremely soft and comfortable,