Hanwei forge paul chen tactical katana full#

His swords are particularly known for their cutting capabilities (in his practical Katana line, for example) yet feature a fixed handle to keep the blade secure. Chen is also renowned for improving each iteration of a sword after careful testing and user feedback. Paul Chen's swords have gained widespread respect in the sword market at large for being reasonably priced yet high-quality products.

Chen is a consummate perfectionist, always striving to increase the beauty and durability of the sword lines he personally tests for quality.

Hanwei forge paul chen tactical katana full#

Initially desiring to increase the collection of antique swords left to him by his grandfather, Chen eventually turned his passion to making swords full time over the past thirty years.Īfter initially studying the techniques of both Japanese and Chinese masters, he assembled a team of experts in forging, polishing, heat-treating, and furnishing blades. His team reflects his obsession with quality and honor for the ancient tradition of sword making and now has started training the next generation of Hanwei craftsmen.

Chen (whose Chinese name, 'Chen Chao-Po' means, “morning wave”) began making swords at the age of eight. (“Hanwei” is the name for the Dalian Forge in China where Paul Chen produces his work). Hanwei by Paul Chen has become the largest selling brand of both decorative and functional Japanese swords in the world today.

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