The Three Wise Monkeys is a popular symbol of the See no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil proverb popular in many cultures around the world. The proverb itself is thought to have originated in China and was brought to Japan by a Buddhist monk, while the association with three monkeys appears to be a Japanese play on words. Our Three Monkey Katana (SH2329) and Wakizashi (SH2330) are built on traditional Shinogi Zukuri style blades with Bo-Hi to reduce weight and improve balance. The high-carbon blade is hand forged and differentially hardened. The blackened iron Tsuba features the “Three Wise Monkeys” in relief.

Key Features:

Forged High-Carbon Blade

Authentically constructed

Quality fittings

Specifications:

Blade length: 27 inches

Handle length: 11 ¼ inches

Overall length: 39 1/2 inches

Weight: 2lb 5oz

Point of Balance: 5 inches

Width at Guard: 1.17 inches

Width at Tip: .81 inches

Thickness at Guard: .27 inches

Thickness at Tip: .18 inches

Sori: 3/4" inches