{"product_id":"kengen-katana-san-mai-t10-damascus-green-saya","title":"Kengen 権限 Katana – San-Mai T10 \u0026 Damascus Steel, Green Saya","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Kengen 権限 Katana is made with a san-mai forge, giving a three-part blade. This provides exceptional rigidity and strength on the outside and a unique suppleness at the core of the blade. As a result, the blade is resilient rather than brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe visual composition is also very interesting, with contrasting colours and details such as the tsuba and the kashira that are unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrey\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRefined T10 steel core with Damascus hamon outer layers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCross-polished by hand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuard (Tsuba 鍔)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp\u003ePure copper and sculpted gilt silver\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScabbard (Saya 鞘)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp\u003eSolid wood, green lacquer in rayskin style\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle (Tsuka 柄)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp\u003eGenuine rayskin leather (samegawa)\u003c\/p\u003e\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\u003eOverall length with saya\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp\u003e104 cm (40.9 in)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp\u003e71 cm (28.0 in)\u003c\/p\u003e\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\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade (刀身)\u003c\/strong\u003e: The san-mai forging technique, with a T10 steel core surrounded by Damascus hamon layers, offers exceptional strength and optimal flexibility. This three-part structure makes the blade less prone to breakage, a good combination of hardness and resilience.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuard (Tsuba 鍔)\u003c\/strong\u003e: The tsuba, cast in pure copper with gilt-silver inlays, is not only a protective element; it is the heart of the Kengen Katana's visual identity. Copper, known for its ductility and natural antimicrobial properties, is enriched with gilt silver for added strength and a sumptuous shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScabbard (Saya 鞘)\u003c\/strong\u003e: The solid wood saya bears a deep green lacquer inspired by rayskin, giving the katana a luxurious look and extra protection. This choice of materials is ideal for long-term conservation of the blade, combining distinctive aesthetics with durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle (Tsuka 柄)\u003c\/strong\u003e: Covered in genuine rayskin leather, the tsuka provides a firm grip and a rich texture. Rayskin, known for its wear resistance and secure hold, enhances the tactile and visual experience of this katana.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tetsuren","offers":[{"title":"Unsharpened \/ No engraving","offer_id":64944408428921,"sku":"KTN-071","price":976.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Unsharpened \/ With engraving (+£29)","offer_id":64944408461689,"sku":"KTN-071","price":1012.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0900\/0373\/4905\/files\/img_2526_20210615-232256.jpg?v=1792455959","url":"https:\/\/052i1z-f0.myshopify.com\/products\/kengen-katana-san-mai-t10-damascus-green-saya","provider":"Tetsuren","version":"1.0","type":"link"}