{"product_id":"ha-katana-kobuse-forged-t10-damascus-hamon","title":"Ha 葉 Katana – Kobuse Forged, T10 Damascus Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis high-performance katana uses the ancestral traditional Japanese process of folding, forging, quenching and polishing. Of very high value, it suits those who wish to own a true master's katana.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe guard is in copper, sculpted with silver and gold details, and the sageo shows off the scabbard beautifully. The hamon is revealed by the master's hand polishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKobuse forging, T10 steel and Damascus hamon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCross polishing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuard (Tsuba 鍔)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePure copper and sculpted gilded silver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScabbard (Saya 鞘)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLacquered solid wood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle (Tsuka 柄)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRayskin (samegawa) wrap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch5\u003eDIMENSIONS\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLength with scabbard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e104 cm (40.9 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e71 cm (28.0 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle (tsuka) length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e27 cm (10.6 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.2 cm (1.3 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.7 cm (0.3 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis katana, an expression of ancestral Japanese craftsmanship, is a piece of high value for connoisseurs and enthusiasts of martial arts culture. Every element of this katana is forged and polished by hand, reflecting the commitment of master smiths to the art of traditional Kobuse forging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 71 cm blade is forged in T10 steel with a distinctive Damascus hamon, made visible by meticulous polishing. The cross polishing of the grey blade evokes the precision and crispness expected of a master's katana.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuard (Tsuba 鍔)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe guard is a pure masterpiece in copper, enhanced with silver and gold details that embody the finesse of Japanese art. This tsuba is more than a protection; it is a centrepiece that tells a story of tradition and dedication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScabbard (Saya 鞘)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe lacquered solid wood scabbard is both sober and elegant. The carefully braided sageo shows off the beauty of the saya, completing the whole with harmony and distinction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle (Tsuka 柄)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe handle is covered in rayskin, offering a firm grip and a rich texture. This finish is not only practical but also a symbol of prestige and respect for ancestral techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tetsuren","offers":[{"title":"Unsharpened \/ No engraving","offer_id":64944408559993,"sku":"KTN-042","price":1166.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Unsharpened \/ With engraving (+£29)","offer_id":64944408592761,"sku":"KTN-042","price":1201.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0900\/0373\/4905\/files\/img_2518_20210615-232154.jpg?v=1792455959","url":"https:\/\/052i1z-f0.myshopify.com\/products\/ha-katana-kobuse-forged-t10-damascus-hamon","provider":"Tetsuren","version":"1.0","type":"link"}