Kikumon Katana 菊紋 – 1095 Steel, Claw Hamon, Gilded Copper
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- Hand-forged, not machined
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Description and specifications
SPECIFICATIONS
| Blade | 1095 steel with claw hamon |
| Guard (tsuba 鍔) | Carved gilded pure copper |
| Scabbard (saya 鞘) | Ebony wood & bull-horn kurigata |
| Handle (tsuka 柄) |
Genuine shagreen leather Gilded copper menuki set 2 bamboo mekugi |
DIMENSIONS
| Overall length (with saya) | 103 cm (40.6 in) |
| Blade length | 72 cm (28.3 in) |
| Handle (tsuka) length | 25 cm (9.8 in) |
| Blade width | 3.2 cm (1.3 in) |
| Blade thickness | 0.7 cm (0.3 in) |
| Weight | 1.7 kg with saya |
The Kikumon 菊紋 Katana, whose name echoes the chrysanthemum motif, a symbol of royalty in Japan, is a sword that combines the majesty of tradition with the demands of modern quality.
Blade (刀身): Forged in 1095 steel, a high-carbon steel known for its hardness, the blade carries a distinctive claw-shaped hamon, reflecting precise and artistic heat treatment.
Guard (tsuba 鍔): The gilded pure copper guard, carved with chrysanthemum motifs, not only protects the hand effectively; it also pays tribute to Japanese history and aesthetics, adding a dimension of nobility to the sword.
Scabbard (saya 鞘): Made of ebony wood, recognised for its robustness and elegance, the scabbard is completed by a bull-horn kurigata, combining strength and natural prestige.
Handle (tsuka 柄): Shagreen leather, prized for its distinctive texture and resilience, offers a secure grip and a luxury finish, increasing the tactile and visual appeal of the katana.
Menuki set: The gilded copper handle ornaments complete the refined aesthetic of the katana while balancing the sword for optimised handling.
Buying a sword in the UK
Sold only to adults aged 18 and over. Curved swords with a blade of 50 cm or more are hand-forged using traditional methods, as required by the Criminal Justice Act 1988 (Offensive Weapons) Order as amended in 2008.
Carrying a bladed article in a public place without good reason is an offence. Transport your sword wrapped, and only for a legitimate purpose (dojo, re-enactment, collection). Rules may differ in Scotland.
Care
- Wipe the blade after every handling with a soft cloth; never touch it with bare fingers.
- Apply a thin film of oil every few weeks to prevent rust.
- Store it horizontally in its saya, edge up, away from damp.
- Use only on suitable practice targets (rolled tatami mats, bamboo); never strike hard objects.
Read our full care guide.
Delivery, returns and age check
Free UK delivery, duties and import VAT included: nothing to pay on delivery. 1–3 working days to prepare, then 5–15 working days delivery.
18+, signed for: the carrier checks the buyer’s photo ID (passport or UK driving licence) and takes a signature. Parcels cannot be left with a neighbour or in a safe place.
30-day returns on unused swords in their original packaging. Engraved swords cannot be returned for a change of mind but are fully covered if faulty. Delivery · Returns · Terms of sale
Kikumon Katana 菊紋 – 1095 Steel, Claw Hamon, Gilded Copper
Why Tetsuren
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| Highest-quality steels | ||
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| Full tang | ||
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Katanas of the highest quality
Every Tetsuren katana is forged, tempered and polished by hand by specialist smiths, in high-carbon T10, 1095 or 1060 steel or folded Damascus, always with a full tang.
Each sword is checked before it leaves the workshop, then delivered free across the UK with duties included.
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