This Martial Arts Katana offers great quality at a reasonable price. Featuring our hand forged and polished 1060 carbon steel blade, designed for optimal balance and handling. This sword is a more traditional alternative to the many zinc aluminum alloy blades available. Our steel blades have been designed from the ground up, to offer perfect balance for regular Iaido & Kenjutsu use. The blade is unsharpened by default, and the customer can opt for free sharpening service. The sword comes equipped with a black matte hardwood saya, silk sageo/ito, alloy fittings, genuine same' (rayskin) and silk wrapped tsuka (handle). The Katana is well assembled and the ito wrapping is tight and even. Each sword is individually handmade so specifications may vary slightly.
Hand Forged 1060 High Carbon Steel Blade Martial Arts Iaito Katana Features:
Measurements:
Blade Length: 27.9"
Handle Length: 10.6"
Overall Length: 40.9"
Width Near Handle: 1.24"
Thickness Near Handle: 0.30"
Point of Balance: 5" from tsuba
Weight (Without Saya): 2.1 lbs
Weight (With Saya): 2.5 lbs
Hardness (HRC): 54
We create every hand-forged katana at the time you order it, so it takes our smiths 1-2 weeks to complete your piece. This katana martial arts sword arrives fully assembled with two bamboo mekugi, ensuring maximum durability.
Crafted with Authenticity
At Swords of Northshire, hand-forged katanas are our specialty. Our selection of authentic swords is unparalleled, and because each sword is made-to-order, you can customize your piece to your exact specifications. Don’t see the perfect fit? Let your imagination be your guide when you design your own hand-forged katana today.
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