Rōtasu ロータス Katana – Damascus Steel, Orange Saya
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Description and specifications
SPECIFICATIONS
| Blade | Damascus steel |
| Guard (tsuba 鍔) | Finely sculpted copper engraved with flower motifs |
| Scabbard (saya 鞘) | Orange lacquered wood with cotton sageo |
| Handle (tsuka 柄) |
Genuine white rayskin (same) Copper menuki |
DIMENSIONS
| Overall length (with saya) | 103 cm (40.6 in) |
| Blade length | 71 cm (28.0 in) |
| Blade thickness | 0.75 cm (0.3 in) |
| Handle (tsuka) length | 26 cm (10.2 in) |
| Blade width | 3.2 cm (1.3 in) |
The Katana Rōtasu ロータス celebrates Japanese craftsmanship, using high-quality materials for an authentic, refined experience.
Blade (刀身): Damascus steel is renowned for its toughness, while showing flowing, wave-like patterns similar to fingerprints. These patterns are not only pleasing to the eye but also testify to the quality of the forging, giving a blade that is a true work of art.
Guard (tsuba 鍔): The finely sculpted copper tsuba, decorated with floral motifs, expresses meticulous craftsmanship. Copper, known for its malleability and durability, offers reliable protection for the hands while adding elegance through its detailed engraving.
Scabbard (saya 鞘): The orange lacquered wood saya embodies vitality and passion, while the cotton sageo gives a secure and comfortable hold. The vivid colour of the saya makes a striking contrast that sets off the Damascus steel blade.
Handle (tsuka 柄): Covered in genuine white rayskin, the handle gives optimal grip. Rayskin is prized for its granular texture, which prevents slipping, an essential quality for precise and secure handling. The copper menuki complete the whole, providing visual balance and a little extra weight for better 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
Rōtasu ロータス Katana – Damascus Steel, Orange Saya
Why Tetsuren
| Tetsuren | Others | |
|---|---|---|
| Highest-quality steels | ||
| Hand-forged by artisans | ||
| Full tang | ||
| No hidden fees on delivery | ||
| 30-day money-back guarantee | ||
| Support from katana experts |
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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