{"product_id":"kurao-katana-t10-steel-bo-hi-blue-dragon-saya","title":"Katana Kurao 淤加 – T10 Steel with Bo-hi, Blue Dragon Saya","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\u003eT10 steel, wavy Hamon with BO-HI.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuard (Tsuba 鍔)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarved, gilded copper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScabbard (Saya 鞘)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlue lacquered wood with white Sageo\u003cbr\u003eGolden dragon motif\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle (Tsuka 柄)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenuine blue ray skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCopper 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\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\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.2 kg with saya\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade (刀身):\u003c\/strong\u003e T10 steel is recognised for its high carbon content, which gives it exceptional strength and hardness. The wavy Hamon is not only pleasing to the eye but also testifies to skilful differential hardening, the mark of a well-made blade. The BO-HI (groove) lightens the blade and improves its handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuard (Tsuba 鍔):\u003c\/strong\u003e The carved, gilded copper is a prestigious choice that combines the strength of the metal with the finesse of Japanese art, while enhancing the visual appeal of the katana with its golden motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScabbard (Saya 鞘):\u003c\/strong\u003e The blue lacquered wood offers sturdy protection for the blade, and the golden dragon motif, a symbol of power and wisdom, adds a touch of nobility. The white Sageo allows a secure attachment at the belt, ready for a quick draw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle (Tsuka 柄):\u003c\/strong\u003e The genuine blue ray skin is not only attractive but also offers excellent grip. This ray skin is valued for its durability and distinctive texture, which ensures a firm hold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFittings:\u003c\/strong\u003e The copper Menuki set and the two bamboo Mekugi underline the attention paid to detail and function, ensuring that the components of the katana stay firmly in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Katana Kurao 淤加 is therefore more than a simple sword; it is a piece of art, an expression of the body and spirit of the samurai, made to last and inspire.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tetsuren","offers":[{"title":"Unsharpened \/ No engraving","offer_id":64944398926201,"sku":"KTN-087","price":262.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Unsharpened \/ With engraving (+£29)","offer_id":64944398958969,"sku":"KTN-087","price":297.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0900\/0373\/4905\/files\/1_91e3f892-0773-4ad7-b341-ad8d8e957113.jpg?v=1792455893","url":"https:\/\/052i1z-f0.myshopify.com\/products\/kurao-katana-t10-steel-bo-hi-blue-dragon-saya","provider":"Tetsuren","version":"1.0","type":"link"}