Handmade Item A11 Sword Mallet Set - Katana, Wakizashi, and Iaito Maintenance Tools This is a sword mallet set used to remove the hilt (tsuka) of a Japanese sword, also known as the handle. See photo 5 for an example of use. Using a separate mekugi-nuki (peg remover), as shown in the photo, you tap the wooden block with the mallet to remove the peg. Shipping via Yu-Packet Post using recycled paper. Material: Sakura (cherry) handle, Japanese oak wood Coloring: Wood-based wax finish Natural color Size (approx.): Total length: 30 cm x 1.3 cm x 2.1 cm Head length: 10 cm x ◯2.6 cm x 2.9 cm Weight: 129 grams Wooden block: 18.0 cm. Please refer to the detailed photos.