Mukade Menuki - MM012 [F]Double_Layer the Fuchi and Kashira are

the Fuchi and Kashira are in wrought iron

The Seppa are two thin plates that are put on both sides of the Tsuba to tighten and adjust the fitting

The mon (jimon) of the Nanzen-ji temple in Kyoto

Vertical height: 71 mm

Ouka Sukashi - TM025

Mukade Menuki - MM012 [F]Double_Layer the Fuchi and Kashira areMukade Menuki MM012 This made in Japan Menuki features a Mukade, a rather huge Japanese centipede. The centipede was a popular symbol among the samurai of the Sengoku Jidai for two reasons: it never retreats, and it is extremely aggressive. This design was prised by the Takeda familly, known to be as ruthless and agressive as a centipede. Material: Brass Size: 52 mm x 9 mm