John Lee Kei-ben Iaito

Give John Lee Kei-ben Iaito

John Lee Kei-Ben-Iaito



Masterpiece of Asian blacksmithing

- The blade is hand forged and hardened from stainless steel.

- The blade is blunt and has a groove (bo-hi).

- The handle (tsuka) is made of wood and covered with genuine black stingray skin (seed).

- The traditionally attached handle wrap (tsuka-ito) is made of cotton.

- The tsuba made of zinc-cast aluminum features a floral motif.

- Two menukis are inserted into the handle.

- The sheath (saya) is made of wood.

- The blade clamp (habaki) is made of brass.

- Made according to museum templates



The sport of lai-do deals with the art of sword drawing and fixed attack techniques (kata), but as a formal exercise. The iaito, a blunt practice sword, is generally used. The focus is on developing the unity of body, mind and sword (ki-ken-tai-ichi). The highest level of mastery is achieved when one can master any combat situation without ever having to draw the sword. The name kei-ben represents the simple, practical design of the sword.



Details:

- Blade to tsuba length: approx. 73.5 cm

- Total length without cover: approx. 101 cm

- Handle length: approx. 27cm

- Weight without cover: approx. 1100g

- Weight with case: approx. 1350 g



The sword comes with a seal guaranteeing its authenticity. The sword is delivered in a cloth sheath.

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