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The Katana Igen 威厳 is very special. It has a carved copper and brass scabbard with gilded dragon decoration; the scabbard is highly detailed, as are the Tsuba and the other parts such as the Kashira.
Its blade is Damascus steel with a fully hand-made polish. This katana is supplied unsharpened and is perfect for display.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Blade colour | Grey |
| Blade |
Hand-forged Damascus steel Hand polish |
| Guard (Tsuba 鍔) | Carved copper and brass. Silvering and gilding |
| Scabbard (Saya 鞘) | Carved copper and brass |
| Handle (Tsuka 柄) | Ray skin leather |
| Overall length with saya | 104 cm (40.9 in) |
| Blade length | 73 cm (28.7 in) |
| Handle (tsuka) length | 28 cm (11.0 in) |
| Blade width | 3.2 cm (1.3 in) |
| Blade thickness | 0.75 cm (0.3 in) |
| Weight | 1.8 kg with saya - 1.1 kg without saya |
Blade (刀身): Hand-forged Damascus steel, known for its distinctive wavy patterns, is not only attractive; it results from the combination of different steels welded together, giving added resilience. The careful hand polishing accentuates the natural beauty of the Damascus patterns.
Guard (Tsuba 鍔): The guard is an artistic fusion of copper and brass, metals traditionally used for their malleability and corrosion resistance. The silvering and gilding add a touch of prestige and symbolism, with the dragon representing strength and wisdom.
Scabbard (Saya 鞘): The carved copper and brass of the Saya give a durability and weight that bear witness to the quality and solidity of the scabbard. The detailed carvings and the gilded dragon are a mark of authenticity and grandeur.
Handle (Tsuka 柄): Ray skin leather, prized for its durability and unique grip, wraps the handle, ensuring a firm hold and easy handling. This leather, combined with quality Japanese silk for the Sageo, reinforces the traditional aesthetic of the katana.
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.
Read our full care guide.
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
Katana Igen 威厳 – Hand-forged Damascus, Copper and Brass Saya
Reviews left by customers of our previous French store, translated from French.
Michel L.
I had a lot of apprehension about placing the order. The head office is in Budapest, the forge in China and the shipping comes from Italy. As for the carrier (FedEx), it is below par (no information about the delivery, gives a delivery date but doesn't keep to it without any explanation. But my katana arrived safely, very well packed in a nice box. It's a shame that the finish isn't up to the standard of the blade (burrs on the saga designs and on the menuki)...
Edy P.
Genuine Japanese katana, hand-forged steel, and you can tell
Philippe S.
Katana well packaged, exactly as ordered. I was worried at first as there was no delivery date, but everything went well 😉👍
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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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