{"product_id":"classic-performance-katana","title":"Classic Performance Katana","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a Katana.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAlthough made from 7075 aluminum with blunt edges safe for contact, in all other respects the Classic Performance Katana looks and handles like a traditional Japanese Katana.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAt just over 1\/4 inch thick and weighing around 700g with additional features like distal taper, a flared kissaki base, and a raised iori-mune spine for smooth drawing and re-sheathing, it rivals the lightest of Japanese Iaito in imitating the real thing. But unlike dedicated Iaito practice swords, its thick blunt edges are designed to safely give and receive repeated contact* without denting or chipping making it an extremely versatile tool for any Japanese martial arts practitioner. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhile not as light as the Elite or Standard katana, the Classic Performance Katana is made for dazzling stunt and theatrical performance.  Its stiffer cross section will give excellent response and feedback to the performer looking for more subtle contact and robust choreography than thinner blades can provide.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Additionally, it just looks great, and for an extra price can be almost infinitely customizable.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStandard handles are black or light brown wrap.  Current Tsuba options are while supplies last.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*DISCLAIMER: \u003cbr\u003eThis is a BLUNT ALUMINUM prop designed for controlled use by trained professionals.  They are not to be used in contact with blades made from other materials or in free sparring. 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