Sumi-take Mekugi (Bamboo Pegs) Set of 3 - Japanese Sword / Tanto / Wakizashi / Koshirae / Shirasaya - Head Approx. 5mm

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This is a mekugi (peg) for a Japanese sword.
It is said that mekugi made of bamboo (aged for 3 years or more) is particularly good.
The reason for this is that if the sword is handled incorrectly, a bamboo mekugi will absorb the shock by breaking, preventing cracks or chips in the blade.
Scientifically, aged bamboo has appropriate elasticity, and even if the mekugi breaks, the bamboo fibers remain, preventing the blade from flying out.

This is a set of 3 mekugi made from aged bamboo.
These are thick mekugi, with a head of approximately 5mm and a length of approximately 4.5cm.
*Please note: The head diameter may be less than 5mm or more than 5mm; it is not exactly 5mm!

These can be used for both shirasaya (scabbard) and koshirae (mounted sword fittings).
However, since each shirasaya and koshirae has different dimensions, some minor adjustments may be necessary for a perfect fit.
Nevertheless, in my experience, replacing or adjusting the mekugi often improves the looseness of the shirasaya or koshirae.
It has long been said that making mekugi was a samurai's accomplishment.

As these are natural materials, the colors may vary from dark to light.
We will select a set of 3 from our collection and ship them to you.