Hand Forged Red and Black Folded Steel Double Edge Blade Samurai Katana Sword

This is a well-made colorful folded steel sword in unokubi-zukuri style, with two cutting edges. The blade is very sharp and folded 13 times resulting in over 8,000 layers. After sharpening, the blade is etched with an oxidation process to give the surface it's black and red color. It comes with a hardwood saya with crackle design, blue leather ito, silk sageo, solid alloy fittings, and genuine same (rayskin). The tang is secured into the handle with two bamboo mekugi. It is a very good choice for Dojo students, gifts, cutting practice, and display. It is durable enough for cutting tameshigiri and bamboo. Each sword is individually handmade so specifications vary slightly from sword to sword.

Hand Forged Red and Black Folded Steel Double Edge Blade Samurai Katana Sword Features:

• Hand Sharpened, Full Tang, Battle Ready Sword
• Double-Edged Red Folded 1060 Steel Blade
• Traditional 13 Stage Hand Polished Finish
• Includes Hardwood Saya with Crackle Design
• Leather and Genuine Rayskin Wrapped Tsuka
• Features Solid Alloy 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

Hardness (HRC): 54