this set of Japanese arrowheads consists out different types of arrows that are historical used by Japanese hunters, warriors and samurai. archery was not just used for one purpose but was used for many different things. because of this, many different types of arrow heads were developed.
for example, some specific arrows were long, slender en light. these kind of arrows do not as much damage as arrows with larger heads but are much better at piercing light armor and tough hides, making them excellent for the many wars that japan waged . its also the type of arrow where the design reduced the amount of metal needed the most. Good steel used to be expensive in Japan after all.
a other example are the forked arrows. These are designed to hunt small animals and birds. because of their shape they have a higher chance to hit their target while also doing enough damage to catch them.
These models are based on real Edo period arrowheads that have been preserved.
Model information:
- made for 3d printing.
- textures are added in case of digital use.
- based on real Edo period arrowheads.
- quads only.
- subdivision ready.
- hand modeled.
- low poly and optimal for real time render
Disclaimer – in case of printing these arrow heads in metal, please check with your countries law and regulations beforehand. Even although arrowheads like these are legal in most places, some countries prohibit the use and/or possession of metal arrow heads with cutting edges.
– in case of use for hunting, please note that not all of these arrow heads are traditionally used for this purpose, and those that are, are used for different types of targets. Pleas only use for hunting if you know what you are doing.
– Japanese arrow heads are traditionally made out of steel (Tamahagane or Oroshigane) or steel lamination. When replicating these arrow heads for use on an arrow shafts, pleas make sure to use a material of similar strength or better to avoid accidents.
– polymath maniac is not responsible for any damage or injuries caused by use or misuse of these arrow heads. When printed with a hard material, these arrow heads are considered weapons and should be treated with care and respect.
BLEND (Blender, filesize: 135 MB), OBJ (OBJ, filesize: 577 KB), FBX (Autodesk FBX, filesize: 286 KB), DAE (Collada, filesize: 858 KB), STL (Stereolithography, filesize: 639 KB), 3DS (3D Studio, filesize: 183 KB)
