Shirasagi 白鷺の刀 Katana, Folded Damascus Steel
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Description and specifications
The Shirasagi no Katana (“Sword of the White Heron”) embodies purity, precision and quiet strength. Forged in folded Damascus steel, the blade reveals a fascinating layered grain and a gentle-wave hamon, reflecting ripples on calm water. Its immaculate white tsuka paired with a deep black lacquered saya symbolises the perfect harmony of light and shadow: serenity balanced by power.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Blade |
Hand-forged Damascus steel (visible hada pattern with layered mokume and itame grain) Shinogi-zukuri geometry with chū-kissaki and geometric yokote Polished to a bright mirror finish revealing the Damascus layers |
| Guard (tsuba 鍔) |
Blackened iron tsuba with a radial fan sukashi design Light and balanced, offering subtle grip indexing and a smooth draw |
| Handle (tsuka 柄) |
White cotton hineri-maki wrap over genuine black ray skin (samegawa) Traditional twin bamboo mekugi pins securing the full tang Iron kashira with a textured pattern for visual continuity and a secure grip |
| Scabbard (saya 鞘) |
Glossy black lacquered saya with a ribbed section near the koiguchi White cotton sageo cord tied in the traditional Kamakura style |
| Fittings (koshirae 拵) |
Iron and copper components, including seppa and habaki details Minimalist monochrome theme reflecting traditional Japanese aesthetics |
DIMENSIONS
| Overall 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) |
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
Shirasagi 白鷺の刀 Katana, Folded Damascus Steel
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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