{"product_id":"kage-katana-blackened-manganese-steel-ebony-saya","title":"Katana Kage 影 – Blackened Manganese Steel Blade","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlackened manganese steel blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuard (Tsuba 鍔)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZinc alloy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScabbard (Saya 鞘)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEbony wood \u0026amp; bull horn Kurigata\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle (Tsuka 柄)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenuine ray skin leather\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZinc alloy menuki set\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2 bamboo Mekugi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDIMENSIONS\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall length with saya\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e103 cm (40.6 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e72 cm (28.3 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle (tsuka) length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 cm (9.8 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\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.4 kg with saya\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Katana Kage 影 stands as a martial-arts work of art, its look as striking as its blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade (刀身):\u003c\/strong\u003e Made from manganese steel, the blackened blade offers exceptional durability and wear resistance, ideal for those who want longevity in their practice. Manganese steel is known for its toughness and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuard (Tsuba 鍔):\u003c\/strong\u003e The zinc alloy used for the Tsuba combines lightness and strength, allowing easy handling without sacrificing protection for the hand. The motifs of the guard are not merely decorative; they are emblematic of the values of strength and elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScabbard (Saya 鞘):\u003c\/strong\u003e Ebony wood offers natural resistance to the elements, which is essential for protecting the blade. The bull horn Kurigata adds not only a touch of exclusivity but also extra robustness to the scabbard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle (Tsuka 柄):\u003c\/strong\u003e Genuine ray skin leather is highly valued for its granular texture, which ensures a firm grip. It is complemented by a zinc alloy Menuki set that balances the weight and improves handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its two bamboo Mekugi, the Katana Kage 影 is designed to remain faithful to traditional assembly methods, allowing easy maintenance and adjustment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis katana is a favoured choice for those who value precision and tradition, combined with an inspiring design that will impress both visually and to the touch.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tetsuren","offers":[{"title":"Unsharpened \/ No engraving","offer_id":64944403972473,"sku":"KTN-201","price":354.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Unsharpened \/ With engraving (+£29)","offer_id":64944404005241,"sku":"KTN-201","price":389.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0900\/0373\/4905\/files\/4_d3eaf404-3340-492f-a4fb-9bbd41336410.png?v=1792455927","url":"https:\/\/052i1z-f0.myshopify.com\/products\/kage-katana-blackened-manganese-steel-ebony-saya","provider":"Tetsuren","version":"1.0","type":"link"}