Kakuran 鶴嵐 Katana — San-Mai Steel, Crane Storm
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- Hand-forged, not machined
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Description and specifications
The Kakuran Katana ("Crane Storm") is a magnificent fusion of serenity and power. Forged with traditional SAN-MAI construction, this blade embodies the harmony of the crane's elegance and the storm's untamed energy. The black and gold colour palette symbolises balance — the quiet dignity of peace within the chaos of nature.
Specifications
| Blade |
SAN-MAI hamon steel combining T10 high-carbon steel and Damascus layers Visible midare-style hamon (irregular wave pattern) |
| Guard (tsuba 鍔) |
Handcrafted copper tsuba engraved with cranes and floral motifs Antique silver finish symbolising peace and longevity |
| Handle (tsuka 柄) |
Authentic white ray skin (samegawa) wrapped in black silk ito with gold thread accents Copper menuki set with crane motif 2 bamboo mekugi pins for secure tang fitting |
| Scabbard (saya 鞘) |
Glossy black and gold lacquered saya with storm-like marbling pattern Silk sageo cord in black and gold tones |
| Fittings (koshirae 拵) |
Full copper fittings with detailed engravings Kashira (pommel) featuring a crane and cloud design |
Dimensions
| Length with scabbard | 103 cm (40.55 in) |
| Blade length | 71 cm (27.95 in) |
| Handle length | 27 cm (10.63 in) |
| Blade width | 3.2 cm (1.26 in) |
| Blade thickness | 0.7 cm (0.28 in) |
| Weight | 1.2 kg (2.65 lb) with scabbard |
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
Kakuran 鶴嵐 Katana — San-Mai Steel, Crane Storm
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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