The CAS Hanwei Tactical Katana SH24622 translates the fundamental qualities of the Japanese sword into a resolutely contemporary design. Gone are the traditional trims: Hanwei has opted for carbon steel, G10 and a robust construction to create a modern katana designed first and foremost for functionality.
Its 71.1 cm blade is forged from 5160 carbon steel, a spring steel particularly prized for its toughness and ability to withstand significant stress. With this model, Hanwei clearly prioritises robustness and functionality over a faithful reproduction of the aesthetic codes of a traditional katana.
The full-tang construction extends the tang along the entire length of the handle. Instead of the traditional tsuka wrapped in same and ito, this model features black G10 scales – a modern material offering excellent resistance to moisture, impact and temperature fluctuations.
The stainless steel guard continues this deliberately understated and functional approach. The Tactical Katana comes with a rigid fibreglass scabbard, again chosen for its durability rather than to adhere to the conventions of the classic Japanese sword.
With a total length of 101 cm and a blade exceeding 71 cm, the Tactical Katana retains the reach and presence of a genuine katana whilst incorporating certain materials and construction principles drawn from modern cutlery.
The result is an unconventional katana, stripped of all superfluous elements and possessing an identity all of its own: a Japanese sword reimagined through a resolutely modern and utilitarian lens.
The CAS Hanwei Tactical Katana is therefore particularly suited to practitioners who prioritise pure effectiveness, robustness and ease of maintenance over adherence to traditional aesthetic codes. A resolutely functional approach to the katana, where every element serves, first and foremost, a practical purpose.
Technical specifications of the CAS Hanwei Tactical Katana SH24622 5160 G10:
Total length of the katana: 101.0 cm
Blade length: 71.1 cm
Blade steel: 5160 carbon steel
Construction type: Full tang
Handle material: black G10
Guard: stainless steel
Sheath: fibreglass
Sword type: Tactical Katana
Manufacturer: CAS Hanwei
Manufacturer’s reference: SH24622
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