1095 High Carbon Steel Clay Tempered Samurai Sword Koi Akairo Katana

This sword is made of 1095 high carbon steel, clay tempered with a polished mirror-like surface. It is a very strong sword made with traditional methods, for multiple applications. The blade is repeatedly heat treated and hand forged to remove impurities. The clay temper process combines the characters of toughness and flexibility and results in a genuine hamon (temper line). The blade is full tang and hand sharpened, suitable for battle. The sword comes with a blood red saya, cotton sageo/ito, genuine same' (rayskin) and premium iron fittings. It is a very good choice for dojo and iaido use, gifts, cutting practice, display, and collection. It is durable enough for tameshigiri, bamboo, bones, iron wire, etc. The cutting edge can be customize for different usage.

1095 High Carbon Steel Clay Tempered Samurai Sword Koi Akairo Katana Features:

• Hand Sharpened, Full Tang, Battle Ready Sword
• Hand Forged Clay Tempered 1095 High Carbon Steel
• Traditional 14 Stage Hand Polished Finish
• High Quality Dark Red Lacquered Hard Wood Saya
• Cotton and Genuine Rayskin Wrapped Tsuka
• Features Premium Iron Fittings
• Free Sword Bag and Spare Mekugi
• Craft Time: 2-3 Weeks

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): 2.2 lbs

Weight (With Saya): 2.6 lbs

Spine Hardness (HRC): 53

Cutting Edge Hardness (HRC): 60