A unique and beautiful hamon (temper line) characteristic of the Soshu school. The tang is, of course, inscribed with the signature 【宗親】 (Soshu), and it is believed to be a rare sword with a tsuba (handguard) bearing inscriptions. Each sword by Soshu is carefully crafted, and some have thin plates applied to the tang and tang holes. The blade has been repaired by a professional to prevent it from coming loose and to eliminate any rattling! Please disassemble at your own risk. There are no particularly large flaws, and the koshirae (mountings) are generally in good condition, but there may be some minor age-related scratches and wear, so please refrain from purchasing if you are concerned. We hope to pass it on to someone who will cherish it for a long time. Iaito (Practice Sword) 【Soshu Honzukuri-to】 ・Overall length of koshirae: Approximately 105cm ・Blade: Shinogi-zukuri (ridge style) 　　　　　Made of special alloy for iaido 　　　　　Thin blade ・Blade length: Approximately 69cm (approximately 2 shaku 2 sun 9 bu) ・Hamon: Notare-komidare (irregular wave pattern) with angular patterns 　　　　　Also mixed with pointed patterns ・Weight: Approximately 1150g ・Weight when drawn: Approximately 900g ・Tsuka (handle): Approximately 24.5cm ・Tsukamaki (handle wrap): Genuine ray skin ・Fuchi/Kashira (handle collar/butt cap): Horse design ・Tsuba (handguard): Iron ・Saya (scabbard): Black lacquer (with shitodome) ・Tsukamaki (handle wrap): Pure cotton ・Sageo (cord): Purple, 180cm ・Bonus: Sageo (brown) and a sword bag (black) ※ Sword stand is not included. ☆ Price negotiation is also possible.