"if you kill me with that thing, you tell them you killed me with a katana... Don't tell ANYONE it was a" Peach Monkey" you say a Katana and NOTHING ELSE!! "
In Japan, monkeys have been used as talismans since ancient times, and peaches have been carved into wood and embroidered on clothes as a lucky charm for longevity.
Great video. the certificate like that is quite cool from an earlier hanwei & signed by paul chen is pretty neat :) not usually someone who would be bothered about one but a nice addition for that piece. (also like the bushido comparison)
Thanks for sharing Matthew. I think this is an example of when Hanwei pays decent attention to the sword they produce. I have an older St. Nihonto Peach Monkey replica, that is a fair copy of the Hanwei, not nearly as nice overall, but still an interesting Katana.
@Yōtō they most certainly did not. Check out this gem I got a few years back.th-cam.com/video/SKYN2UJogNE/w-d-xo.html like so many problems it's not even funny. And there's a part 2 of the video as well. If you've got the time, watch them all, and wait til you see the one "mekugi-ana". (You'll understand the quotation marks if you watch it). So bad it should not have even left the forge. And i got from kult of Athena, who claim they meticulously inspect every sword they send out for safety...
I assume Peach Monkey is referencing the Monkey King & peaches of immortality. But Urban Dictionary has more humorous possibilities 1) Monkey Peaches - A password. 2) monkey steals peach - A ninja technique where one drops to their knees with one arm up to block, and the other hand is thrusted into the opponents croch, often resulting in the end of the fight. 3) peach monkey - An overagressive date partner who prematurely snatches the peach. 4) Monkey steals the peach - the group responsible for the song "Guitar Hero" Another random Google suggestions: Peach Monkey Pinch - According to legend, Monkey Pinch (also known as Tie Guan Yin) is a rare species of Oolong tea growing only on remote cliffs. Peach Monkey A tea with naturally flavoured blend of rooibos and fruit. Sun-ripened peaches combined with mild rooibos give this delicious blend of rooibos and fruit melange a particularly fruity note. A great taste experience that will excite young and old. Peachy Monkey - a type of cocktail INGREDIENTS: 1 1/2 oz Monkey In Paradise Vodka 1 oz white wine 1 oz fresh lemon juice 1 oz peach real or peach syrup
Interesting points about the shitodome being glued in or not. I have a customized iaito with an aftermarket Japanese sageo, and the size/thickness of the Japanese sageo is considerably larger than the standard Chinese shitodome would allow. So in that case, very happy to remove them rather than glue them in.
5:50 Having the fuchi/kashira line up nice with the ito is cool, but I think it's overrated to expect it perfect. Clearly it's very important to you, though I would wager that the majority of sword practitioners grip neither the fuchi nor kashira directly, so it amounts to a small aesthetic detail and, for many, may not have any impact on the swinging cutting part. Been thinking about this more since receiving Cloudhammer testers where the transitions are perfect, sadly at the expense of a refined handle shape. Personally would like to hear more about how the handle feels as a primary consideration in reviews. Mentioned to John at RVA katana that I would much rather change out a fuchi than rewrap an entire handle which was made too large to accommodate the f+k. Pardon the rant. I should get my calipers out and take footage to show. Have a couple examples of good handles, and a couple that are fat trash with ostensibly perfect transitions.
It is not the only factor and true, a small one that does not define a great sword. That said, it is hard to do consistently and how it is supposed to be is clearly defined. I find it to be something often missed but when it is done right, there are often other little things done right.
@@Matthew_Jensen That makes sense, and I do also appreciate when it's done well. In the case of my Huawei, yeah seems to be the case where the little details speak. This Peach Monkey is right nice, and video was really good. I hope the new owner enjoys the hell out of it.
i think what you describe with the hada sounds alot similar with the tori also from hanwei. with my tori i can see the hada but requires some work and ilumination that helps jaja.
Hey Mattthew Did you know about korean sword? Korea make katana koryo sword really impressd katana all most same quality as high end japan katana but price way more less so.. If you interest let me know and you can find ther website Thank you
Do you have a nihonto collection by chance? For this one: at $600, say, 60% of MSRP on the used market, that would leave you about $8400 left over for a child's college tuition, while giving you something you could actually cut with and not be afraid to breathe at.
@@rangered2010 lmao sure you do... go ahead make a katana just like this one. I mean if you're a more competent Smith than anyone in China should be no problem right? Don't forget to make your blend of steel. Can't wait
Great video but I’ve been wondering, what’s your thoughts on Hanwei’s Paper Crane? Despite being the forge’s highest end it’s not talked about much. Please enlighten my brain cells, thanks
"if you kill me with that thing, you tell them you killed me with a katana... Don't tell ANYONE it was a" Peach Monkey" you say a Katana and NOTHING ELSE!! "
What are you even saying.. lol
@@strydyrhellzrydyr1345 I don't know lol just such a silly name for a katana. Imagine someone says "I killed you with my peach monkey" 😂😂😂
@@yearight1205 sounds like a low budget porn…
@@johnhaaff5930 oh now that's just silly. 😕
It can also be called Momosaru. Sounds cooler.... I think.....maybe.😁
Wow. You got me. Never even heard of that one.
Looks like the tsuka is mich more well done than your typical hanwei tsuka all around.
@@erichusaynhave to agree with you there
In Japan, monkeys have been used as talismans since ancient times, and peaches have been carved into wood and embroidered on clothes as a lucky charm for longevity.
Oh dang it! Wish I knew you had this for sale. I woulda snatched this up with a quickness
I have some others that will come up in the not too distant future.. Need to part with some of them.. its getting a little silly in my house..
@Matthew_Jensen hahaha mine house as well. I believe you have may Instagram please inform me of anything you might want to sell.
Great video. the certificate like that is quite cool from an earlier hanwei & signed by paul chen is pretty neat :) not usually someone who would be bothered about one but a nice addition for that piece. (also like the bushido comparison)
you have been spitting out content and I love it. Thanks for the knowledge sir!
Trying to keep up. Glad you like it.
First time I've heard of one- and I do like Hanwei
Thanks for sharing Matthew. I think this is an example of when Hanwei pays decent attention to the sword they produce. I have an older St. Nihonto Peach Monkey replica, that is a fair copy of the Hanwei, not nearly as nice overall, but still an interesting Katana.
Wow, Hanwei figured out how to contour a tsuka!
Lol. They once did. This one has been out of production for years now.
They also unlearned how to do tight handle wraps. Definitely don't make them how they used to
@Yōtō they most certainly did not. Check out this gem I got a few years back.th-cam.com/video/SKYN2UJogNE/w-d-xo.html like so many problems it's not even funny. And there's a part 2 of the video as well. If you've got the time, watch them all, and wait til you see the one "mekugi-ana". (You'll understand the quotation marks if you watch it). So bad it should not have even left the forge. And i got from kult of Athena, who claim they meticulously inspect every sword they send out for safety...
@@erichusayn I remember, the, infamous craptor
@@yotomuramasa ah. Lol. Sorry.
I assume Peach Monkey is referencing the Monkey King & peaches of immortality. But Urban Dictionary has more humorous possibilities
1) Monkey Peaches - A password.
2) monkey steals peach -
A ninja technique where one drops to their knees with one arm up to block, and the other hand is thrusted into the opponents croch, often resulting in the end of the fight.
3) peach monkey - An overagressive date partner who prematurely snatches the peach.
4) Monkey steals the peach - the group responsible for the song "Guitar Hero"
Another random Google suggestions:
Peach Monkey Pinch - According to legend, Monkey Pinch (also known as Tie Guan Yin) is a rare species of Oolong tea growing only on remote cliffs.
Peach Monkey
A tea with naturally flavoured blend of rooibos and fruit.
Sun-ripened peaches combined with mild rooibos give this delicious blend of rooibos and fruit melange a particularly fruity note. A great taste experience that will excite young and old.
Peachy Monkey - a type of cocktail
INGREDIENTS:
1 1/2 oz Monkey In Paradise Vodka
1 oz white wine
1 oz fresh lemon juice
1 oz peach real or peach syrup
Interesting points about the shitodome being glued in or not. I have a customized iaito with an aftermarket Japanese sageo, and the size/thickness of the Japanese sageo is considerably larger than the standard Chinese shitodome would allow. So in that case, very happy to remove them rather than glue them in.
those are beautiful blades and koshirae
I don't know why but i just like the way he says Mother Mag.
I just bought a $300 1095 Musashi Katana! I hope the price-quality value is worth it
A Peach Monkey sounds like a video game mascot. Perhaps one with a katana.
Stunning
what do you use for oil on katana for storing ?
I like the turtle neck. Have you ever watched Archer?
No but I did invent the iSword.
@Matthew Jensen I love your videos sir.
5:50 Having the fuchi/kashira line up nice with the ito is cool, but I think it's overrated to expect it perfect. Clearly it's very important to you, though I would wager that the majority of sword practitioners grip neither the fuchi nor kashira directly, so it amounts to a small aesthetic detail and, for many, may not have any impact on the swinging cutting part.
Been thinking about this more since receiving Cloudhammer testers where the transitions are perfect, sadly at the expense of a refined handle shape. Personally would like to hear more about how the handle feels as a primary consideration in reviews.
Mentioned to John at RVA katana that I would much rather change out a fuchi than rewrap an entire handle which was made too large to accommodate the f+k.
Pardon the rant. I should get my calipers out and take footage to show. Have a couple examples of good handles, and a couple that are fat trash with ostensibly perfect transitions.
It is not the only factor and true, a small one that does not define a great sword. That said, it is hard to do consistently and how it is supposed to be is clearly defined. I find it to be something often missed but when it is done right, there are often other little things done right.
@@Matthew_Jensen That makes sense, and I do also appreciate when it's done well. In the case of my Huawei, yeah seems to be the case where the little details speak.
This Peach Monkey is right nice, and video was really good. I hope the new owner enjoys the hell out of it.
bro please review a ko katana, like the ones from ronin
Nice Find!!!!!
God I love your videos
do you have a video or a recommendation for a good katana for between 2-400 dollars?
Depends on what you want. Huawei does pretty good if you are very very patient.
i think what you describe with the hada sounds alot similar with the tori also from hanwei. with my tori i can see the hada but requires some work and ilumination that helps jaja.
Peach Monkey? Momo-saru?
Hey Mattthew Did you know about korean sword? Korea make katana koryo sword really impressd katana all most same quality as high end japan katana but price way more less so..
If you interest let me know and you can find ther website
Thank you
It sounds interesting.
@@Matthew_Jensen
Thank you for replied so we need to more detali conversation so how i can contact you?
Facebook or instagram are the easiest.
Can it cut a rug? No. No. No. No.
I just can’t imagine paying good money for a Chinese made Japanese sword!
Do you have a nihonto collection by chance?
For this one: at $600, say, 60% of MSRP on the used market, that would leave you about $8400 left over for a child's college tuition, while giving you something you could actually cut with and not be afraid to breathe at.
@@KF1 I just make my own.
@@rangered2010 lmao sure you do... go ahead make a katana just like this one. I mean if you're a more competent Smith than anyone in China should be no problem right? Don't forget to make your blend of steel. Can't wait
Its not good its not exaptional.....They wicking does not move an mm thats ok ..
I actually really like this hanwei. 👍
Great video but I’ve been wondering, what’s your thoughts on Hanwei’s Paper Crane? Despite being the forge’s highest end it’s not talked about much. Please enlighten my brain cells, thanks
Not crazy about the hamon. I prefer the more jagged, less symmetrical hamon, no idea what the actual name is.
Choji