Masterful Blade Craftsmanship
The heart of this samurai katana lies in its clay tempered blade, forged using the ancient process that produces the coveted hamon (temper line). Seasoned swordsmiths employ the traditional clay tempering technique, carefully applying a specialized clay mixture before the crucial water quenching process. This time-honored method creates differential hardness across the blade—a harder edge for sharpness retention and a softer spine for flexibility and durability.
The folded steel construction purifies the metal through repeated heating, folding, and hammering, eliminating impurities while creating the mesmerizing damascus patterns that dance across the polished surface. Each fold multiplies the steel layers exponentially, resulting in a blade of exceptional strength and beauty.
Crafted for the Discerning Practitioner
This clay tempered blade serves martial arts practitioners seeking an authentic training companion for Kenjutsu, Iaido, or Kendo disciplines. Sword collectors will appreciate the meticulous attention to traditional construction methods and the visible hamon line that marks genuine Japanese craftsmanship. History enthusiasts can connect with centuries of samurai heritage through this tangible piece of Japanese cultural artistry.
Owning this folded steel sword means possessing a fragment of living history—a testament to the unwavering dedication of master craftsmen who transformed raw steel into legendary blades. This katana transcends mere ownership; it represents your connection to an ancient warrior tradition and stands as an authentic work of metallurgical art that honors the legacy of the samurai.
Overall Length: 40.9 inch /104 cm
Nagasa Length: 27.8 inch / 70.5 cm
Handle Length: 10.6 inch / 27cm
Kissaki Shape: CHU-KISSAKI
Blade Shape: SHINOGI-ZUKURI
Blade Material: Folded steel with clay tempered
Tsuba Material: High quality iron Tsuba
Blade Width (near Habaki): 1.26 inch / 3.2cm
Blade Width (near Kissaki): 0.91 inch / 2.3cm
Weight (with Saya ): 2.69 lbs / 1.22 kg (approximately)
Weight (without Saya): 2.20 lbs / 1.00 kg (approximately)
Saya Material: Hard wooden + bull horn
Handle Material: Genuine Ray skin + Hard wooden
