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The Hebi ヘビ Katana has a very natural style, with its brown magnolia wood. Its tsuba is inspired by the legends of Japanese snakes in Japanese culture. The blade is in folded Damascus steel with the traditional hamon line.
The blade is strong and supplied unsharpened, and its style is marked by ridges along its full length.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Blade colour | Grey |
| Blade | Damascus steel with hamon |
| Guard (tsuba 鍔) | Finely carved copper |
| Scabbard (saya 鞘) | Lacquered wood |
| Handle (tsuka 柄) |
Magnolia wood Ray-skin leather |
| Overall length with scabbard | 105 cm (41.3 in) |
| Blade length | 72 cm (28.3 in) |
| Handle (tsuka) length | 28 cm (11.0 in) |
| Blade width | 3.2 cm (1.3 in) |
| Blade thickness | 0.7 cm (0.3 in) |
The katana can be fully disassembled.
The Hebi ヘビ Katana, meaning “snake” in Japanese, is a remarkable piece that joins traditional robustness with nature-inspired aesthetics. This katana is made for those looking for a work of art that tells a story through meticulous detail.
Blade
The 72 cm blade is made of Damascus steel with hamon, known for its strength and distinctive look. The traditional hamon line and the ridges running the full length of the blade give it a character as keen as its edge.
Guard (Tsuba 鍔)
The guard is in finely carved copper, with motifs echoing the legendary snakes of Japanese culture, representing both wisdom and protection in this centrepiece.
Scabbard (Saya 鞘)
The scabbard is made of lacquered wood, showing off the natural beauty of the brown magnolia wood. It complements the blade in a sober and elegant way while protecting its delicate construction.
Handle (Tsuka 柄)
The magnolia wood handle is covered in ray-skin leather, a material prized for its durability and comfortable grip. It adds a touch of authenticity and refinement to an already exceptional 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
Hebi ヘビ Katana, Damascus Steel with Hamon
Reviews left by customers of our previous French store, translated from French.
Marc V.
This HEBI katana is simply perfect, magnificent, and I scrutinised it in detail... as presented on the site, the blade is superb, well made. For now I admire it, but when I have reached a sufficient level and feel ready, I will start using it for katas...
Pierre C.
VERY GOOD TOOLS
Ludovic D.
Honestly quite satisfied. Slight asymmetry on the tip and the hamon a bit subtle. What I miss most (as I forge knives myself) would be the grades of the steel used. Otherwise a very beautiful object
Quentin J.
Superb katana, the Damascus is magnificent and the hamon is well done. The finish is very clean and the engraving looks great. The razor sharpening is very sharp (mind your fingers). Attentive, very pleasant, kind and responsive customer service. I recommend without reservation, I had wanted to get a new sword for a long time and this one is a superb piece. Thanks to the Katana Japonais team 🙏.
Maxine C.
It's my first katana so I'm delighted. Just a little disappointed that the hamon is barely visible. It's still a beautiful piece. Thank you for the work.
Pierre-yves C.
A magnificent katana, I had asked if I could have my name and home town engraved in kanji, I sent the photo to a friend in Japan who immediately read it correctly. Also a big thank you for the tracking of my order, which was perfect. So a 10 out of 10 and all my thanks
Nicolas L.
Magnificent katana. The first purchase of many to come. It is as ordered and well packaged. I am happy, simply.
Jean-françois B.
The best in every respect!!!
André M.
Yay!
Perret J.
I received my Hebi katana in packaging that protected it perfectly for transport. Its manufacture is very careful. It is beautiful and perfectly balanced. Very handy. I recommend.
Maël H.
Excellent value for money. Nevertheless, the box it was delivered in is a bit tight in terms of size.
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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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