This plate is made of synthetic leather

It is a little too soft for Iaito and quite too much entry level for a Shinken

Made from brass or copper and available also silver and gold plated to give the sword an exquisite touch

Tsuba: Hyotan

Minosaka Habaki Size:M (Standard blade) This plate is made ofMinosaka Iaito Shinken Habaki The Habaki is a small piece enclosing the base of the sword blade. Amongst several other purposes, it keeps the sword safely in the Saya and locks the Tsuba. Made from copper, the Habaki are available in 2 colors: brass, and silver. Further, you can choose from 3 finishes: plain shiny, slightly marked or mat. They are all made by the Minosaka workshop in Japan. Each piece is thoroughly hand crafted and therefore unique,