The gunsen, or folding war fan, was made of wood, bronze, brass or a similar metal for the inner spokes, and often used thin iron or other metals for the outer spokes or cover, making them lightweight but strong. Gunsen were frequently carried by Bushi in armor and used as a weapon of both attack and defense. They were hung from a variety of places, including the belt or breastplate, though such placement often made it more difficult to use a sword or a bow. This full tang 1090 carbon steel blade comes sharp and is double pegged. In the traditional katana style the blade has a heavy blood groove down the center while the handle features genuine ray skin with a cotton cord wrap and a cast zinc menuki and tsuba. The tsuka is also wrapped with the same cotton fiber with an ornamental menuki. The fuchi features gunsen fans as well as the guard. A glossy black wooden scabbard or saya houses the blade to protect it from the elements. Included is a sword bag and gift box.

Specifications:
Overall Length: 41.50 Inches
Blade Length: 28.75 Inches
Blade Material: 1090 Carbon Steel
Handle Length: 11.25 Inches
Handle Material: Hardwood, Ray skin, Cotton cord wrap
Includes: Black Sword Bag and gift box

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