Hand Forged 1095 High Carbon Steel Clay Tempered Kiriha-Zukuri Samurai Katana Sword

This Kiriha-Zukuri 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 red lacquered hardwood saya with buffalo horn, silk sageo/ito, genuine same' (rayskin) and premium engraved copper 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 Kiriha-Zukuri 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
• Red Lacquered Hardwood Saya with Buffalo Horn
• Silk and Genuine Rayskin Wrapped Tsuka
• Premium Engraved Copper Fittings
• Kiriha-Zukuri Blade Shape
• 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