{"id":249,"count":4,"description":"<div class=\"category_description\">\r\n\t<p>\r\n\t\t<span style=\"font-size: 14px\">Ashigaru class: Swords designed for beginning Japanese sword enthusiast, as well as the martial artist who enjoys cutting tatami&nbsp;omote and bamboo targets.&nbsp;Superior durability, strong enough to handle arduous cutting competitions, or the weekend back yard cutting event. Guaranteed to perform and pass the test of time with edge holding endurance.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\t<p>\r\n\t\t&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\t<p>\r\n\t\t<span style=\"font-size: 14px\">This &quot;Dojo&quot; sword grade has three blade levels, all hand forged from an excellent grade of .65% high carbon steel.&nbsp;First, mono steel through hardened, next Mono steel with a special proprietary hardening technique, and last a folded steel with the same special hardening process. All swords are mirror polished and assembled for individuals who want excellent craftsmanship and performance for a great value. 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