Yannick G.
Very beautiful piece..
Hyōretsu Sōryū 氷裂蒼竜 Katana – Blue Cracked-Ice Blade, Dragon
Sale price€250,95Regular price
€625,95
Free secured delivery, insured against theft and breakage. Duties and VAT included.
1060 STEEL|FULL TANG
- No.1 brand in the UK
- Hand-forged, not machined
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Description and specifications
The 氷裂蒼竜 – Hyōretsu Sōryū Katana is a striking fusion of art and steel, forged for collectors who appreciate bold aesthetics and traditional craftsmanship. Its deep blue blade shows a distinctive cracked-ice pattern, accompanied by a finely engraved dragon – a symbol of power, protection and fluid energy.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Blade material | 1060 high-carbon steel – tough and durable, supplied unsharpened for display |
| Fittings | Alloy fittings with dragon motifs |
| Overall length | 103 cm (40.6 in) |
| Blade length | 71 cm (28.0 in) |
| Handle length | 27 cm (10.6 in) |
| Blade width | 3.2 cm (1.3 in) |
DESCRIPTION
The Hyōretsu Sōryū is designed to stand out as a katana of singular elegance, pairing vibrant colours with traditional steelwork. The cracked-ice pattern on the blade creates a mesmerising contrast with its deep blue hue, while the engraved dragon symbolises the union of raw strength and mastered precision.
The tsuba and alloy fittings are adorned with detailed engravings, drawing on classic Japanese themes and reinforcing the katana's majestic presence. The bright blue tsuka-ito offers a secure, assertive grip, while the saya features a turquoise-and-gold stone pattern that gives the sword a distinctive, luxurious character.
Balanced, elegant and visually captivating, the Hyōretsu Sōryū is made for practitioners, collectors and enthusiasts of Japanese craftsmanship who want a sword combining performance and expressive beauty.
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
Hyōretsu Sōryū 氷裂蒼竜 Katana – Blue Cracked-Ice Blade, Dragon
Unsharpened
Sale price€250,95Regular price
€625,95
Customer reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Reviews left by customers of our previous French store, translated from French.
Laurence O.
My husband dreamed of it! I gave it to him for our wedding anniversary… He is Happy! It's true that it's superb. 🙏
Why Tetsuren
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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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