Habaki Alloy Collar for Japanese Samurai Katana Sword Blade K001 (D, 2.8CM)
Brand: shaoshi sword
Color: D

Thehabaki(刀鎺) is a piece of metal encircling the base of the blade of a Japanese sword. It has the double purpose of locking the tsuba (guard) in place, and to maintain the weapon in its saya (scabbard). The importance of the habaki is seen in drawing the katana from the scabbard. It is drawn by grasping the scabbard near the top and pressing the guard with the thumb to emerge the blade just enough to unwedge the habaki from inside the scabbard in a process called koiguchi no kirikata (鯉口の切り方?) cutting the koiguchi The blade, being freed, can be drawn out very quickly. This is known as koiguchi o kiru (鯉口を切る), nukitsuke (抜き付け), or tanka o kiru (啖呵を切る) ;clearing the tanka"". This is obviously an extremely aggressive gesture, since a fatal cut can be given in a fraction of a second thereafter (see iaidō). It is similar in connotation and effect as drawing back the hammer of a handgun, chambering a round on a pump-action shotgun, or pulling back and releasing the charging handle on other firearms. The expression ;tanka o kiru is now widely used in Japan, in the sense of getting ready to begin something;getting ready to speak especially with an aggressive connotation. The habaki will cause normal wear and tear inside the scabbard, and either a shim or a total replacement of the scabbard may be needed to remedy the issue as it will become too loose over time. Removing the habaki and oiling it after cutting or once every few months is recommended. Handling Time3-6 days,Free shipping from China to the world arrived about 15-30 days

SIZE(cm):The inner hole is long 2.2CM, wide 0.65CM (Mdate for reference only)
Weight:about 17g
Other:Japanese samurai sword katana blade collar,
main material is brass,hand polished surface.
In high quality.Best choice for you DIY your sword katana.please contact with us if you have any problem.