Corps déchu

The machined grooves near the base give it a much more polished look than the plain stock body, and the one-piece build feels rock solid in hand. At 0.40 lbs it’s light enough that the hilt balances perfectly without dragging the swing. Exactly the clean, refined aesthetic I was after.

Swapped out the stock core for this and the one-piece construction makes it feel rock solid in hand at 0.40 lbs. The subtle grooves at the base give it just enough grip without screaming for attention. Exactly the clean look I was after.

The machined grooves at the base give it a much more premium look than the photos suggest, and the one piece design feels rock solid in hand. Weighing under half a pound, it's light enough for extended use without feeling flimsy. Exactly what I wanted.