Hand Forged 1060 High Carbon Black Steel Blade Full Tang Samurai Katana Sword

This Katana sword is hand forged and hand sharpened using Japanese methods to create the perfect blade for iaido and kenjutsu use. The blade is heat-treated, tempered, and oil quenched to achieve optimal levels of flexibility and hardness. The blade is then hand polished with multiple grades of sharpening stones. After sharpening, the blade is etched with an oxidation process to give the surface it's black color. It comes with a black and red lacquered hard wood saya and silk sageo/ito, solid alloy fittings, and genuine same (rayskin). The full tang is secured into the handle with two bamboo mekugi. It is a very good choice for Dojo students, gifts, cutting practice, and display. The sword is durable enough for tameshigiri and bamboo. Each sword is individually handmade so specifications vary slightly from sword to sword.

Hand Forged 1060 High Carbon Black Steel Blade Full Tang Samurai Katana Sword Features:

• Hand Sharpened, Full Tang, Battle Ready Sword
• Hand Forged Black 1060 High Carbon Steel Blade
• Black and Red Lacquered Hardwood Saya
• Silk and Genuine Rayskin Wrapped Tsuka
• Features Solid Alloy Fittings
• Free Optional Signature Engraving
• Craft Time: 1-2 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

Hardness (HRC): 54