Project Ronin v2- Empty Hilt

Some timing information. The ETA for completion of the sample is end of July 2025.  Once this is confirmed, we can move forward with the run.  Our second take on a popular hilt. Designed to be the companion of a mysterious character, a mysterious protector with no name. The Ronin. The V2, is a more slender version and more accurate designed as a sketch over the prop visible at 2025 SWC Japan. This hilt will be made of machined T6 aircraft grade aluminium that is anodised to colour. It will include black para cord of sufficient length to DIY or comission an accurate ITO wrap. The core section is stainless steel thats PVD coated white to "simulate" a ray skin. The hilt is designed with a custom 7/8" blade slot. It will work with standard 7/8" blades and custom katana blades that use a 7/8" adaptor.  An oval internal bore for electronics installation (no electronics are included).  I will offer a Nylon printed chassis (optional) available on a group buy to keep the cost down.  I do have a