{"product_id":"mekugi-wood-pegs-for-samurai-sword-maintenance-tsu","title":"Mekugi Wood Pegs For Samurai Sword Maintenance, Tsuka Fittings Replacement, 5 Mm Diameter, 10 Cm Length, Cut To Fit Handle Security, Prevents Handle Falling Off And Sword Damage","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eMekugi Wood Pegs for Samurai Tsuka Fit and Security\u003cbr\u003e\n✔️ 5 mm dia, 10 cm length, cut to fit tsuka securely \u003cp\u003eThese wood mekugi pegs are used to secure the tsuka handle on a Japanese samurai sword, preventing the handle from coming loose and protecting the blade from damage.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e✅ Material: wood\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Diameter: 5 mm (0.2 in)\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Length: 10 cm (3.94 in)\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Cut to fit tsuka thickness for a snug handle\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Helps prevent handle coming loose and sword damage\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e💡 What is a mekugi wood peg used for in sword maintenance?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuick answer: A mekugi locks the tsuka handle to the tang, keeping the blade secure during use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure the tsuka to the tang to prevent loosening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWood construction helps absorb stresses and fit the tsuka snugly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be trimmed to match tsuka thickness for a precise fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrevents accidental detachment and sword damage during use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n✝️\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Amazon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48983234412779,"sku":"VXB014F1A81U","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/3268\/0683\/files\/512t0Pmy_sL.jpg?v=1783184268","url":"https:\/\/vxb.com\/products\/mekugi-wood-pegs-for-samurai-sword-maintenance-tsu","provider":"VXB Bearings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}