Hand Forged 1095 High Carbon Steel Clay Tempered Battle Wrap Samurai Katana Sword

This Katana sword is made of 1095 high carbon steel, clay tempered with a polished mirror-like surface. It is a very strong blade 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 black lacquered and painted hardwood saya, silk sageo/ito, genuine same' (rayskin) and solid alloy fittings. This sword is a very good choice for dojo and iaido use, gifts, cutting practice, display, and collection. It is durable enough for tameshigiri, bamboo, bones, and iron wire.

Hand Forged 1095 High Carbon Steel Clay Tempered Battle Wrap Samurai Katana Sword Features:

• Hand Sharpened, Full Tang, Battle Ready Sword
• Hand Forged Clay Tempered 1095 High Carbon Steel
• Traditional 14 Stage Hand Polished Finish
• Black Lacquered and Painted Hardwood Saya
• Silk and Genuine Rayskin Wrapped Tsuka
• Features Solid Alloy Fittings
• 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