It has about 280 known variations

literally meaning "no pattern"

The Aoi mon is

Kashira: 35 mm x 18 mm x 13 mm

these exotic timber models are not recommended for contact practice

Mekugi nuki [F]Light_Weight It has about 280 knownMekuginuki Mekugi removal tool Made in Japan Material: brass Dimensions: about 13 cm long The Mekuginuki is a tool used to take off the menuki from a Iaito Shinken tsuka. Made of brass, a ductile material, it will show some traces of use when shocked with a harder material. How to use: Unscrew the short pin on top of the Mekuginuki, then place the bigger end of the pin on top of the Mekugi and hammer gently. When the Menuki is partially removed, turn