hello how are you try gear@camping4less.com this stuff is nylon looks and wears better than silk ......... ArtcreekI go to my local fabric store. Joanne Fabrics carries some cotton cording that is dead on. At least it's the closest thing i can find to it but to the naked eye you would never know the difference. If your into the real stuff check out Bugei. They carry same, tsuka ito, fittings, guards etc. I have to deal with the price for same but I can't find it any were else.
Any one know where you can buy these items for a whole sale price?