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Murasaki 紫 Katana – Straight Purple-Sheen Blade
Sale price€280,95Regular price
€702,95
Free secured delivery, insured against theft and breakage. Duties and VAT included.
MANGANESE STEEL|FULL TANG
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- Hand-forged, not machined
- No customs fees
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Description and specifications
With its straight, purple blade, this katana stands out from the rest. Its straight blade with purple reflections is one of a kind. Designed for display, this katana is highly detailed on the saya, the tsuba and even the tsuka-ito.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Blade colour | Purple reflections |
| Material | Manganese steel |
| Guard (Tsuba 鍔) | Finely sculpted brass |
| Scabbard (Saya 鞘) | Lacquered wood |
| Handle (Tsuka 柄) |
Solid wood Imitation rayskin |
DIMENSIONS
| Overall length with saya | 103 cm (40.6 in) |
| Blade length | 71 cm (28.0 in) |
| Blade thickness | 0.75 cm (0.3 in) |
| Handle (tsuka) length | 26 cm (10.2 in) |
| Blade width | 3.2 cm (1.3 in) |
This Japanese katana offers timeless elegance, ideal for enhancing any collection or interior décor.
Blade (刀身): Crafted in manganese steel, the blade shows purple reflections that catch the eye, creating a striking contrast with its mirror-like polish. This straight blade is the result of meticulous work, offering an aesthetic that transcends the ages.
Guard (Tsuba 鍔): The finely sculpted brass tsuba is a masterpiece in itself, with motifs that evoke epic tales and ancestral legends. Its intricate, detailed design is representative of the skill and precision of Japanese craftsmen.
Scabbard (Saya 鞘): The saya, in lacquered wood, protects the blade with elegance. Its subtle sheen is both sober and refined, reflecting a quiet nobility that perfectly complements the blade.
Handle (Tsuka 柄): The tsuka is made of solid wood, promising a firm and pleasant grip. Covered with a traditional tsuka-ito, it offers additional texture and comfort when handling the katana.
Imitation rayskin: Rayskin (samegawa) is traditionally used for its grip and durability; here it is imitated to give the handle a quality and appearance that honour ancestral techniques.
This katana is a tribute to beauty and quiet strength, a collector's piece that will draw the eye and inspire admiration.
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
Murasaki 紫 Katana – Straight Purple-Sheen Blade
Unsharpened / No engraving
Sale price€280,95Regular price
€702,95
Customer reviews
4.6
11 reviews
Reviews left by customers of our previous French store, translated from French.
Marine F.
Very beautiful katana! The wait was just a little long but worth it (a month and a half).
Romain U.
Magnificent
Marina N.
Very beautiful katana, delivered fairly quickly, and very attentive and efficient customer service.
Michel R.
The katana, well packaged, is as beautiful as in the photos.
Maria U.
Very good.
Nicolas R.
Very beautiful product. It's for a gift so I didn't dare take it fully out of its scabbard because there is a plastic protecting the blade, which itself is oiled to preserve it, I think. But very satisfied with the little I saw. The engraving is perfectly done. I can't wait for him to receive it. Very long delivery and charges to pay via UPS. But it's worth it, thanks to the blacksmith craftsmen.
Amin M.
So beautiful.
Estelle G.
Very beautiful object, perfectly packaged. Even the box is a decorative object. My son is delighted.
Solène M.
The katana is perfect!!! It is truly magnificent and its blade is well sharpened, it's impressive. It was a gift for my boyfriend and he is super happy, he was in shock when opening it haha!!! The only problem was the delivery, not because of the site but because of FedEx, which encountered "problems". So I didn't receive the katana on time, which annoyed me because it was for my boyfriend's birthday, so he got it 20 days later :( Allow for €30 customs fees as well!!! ...
Renaud R.
Product as described. Fast delivery, a shame it was held up 10 days at customs, which is not the fault of Katana Japonais. Given the price of the product, the stand could be offered for free.
Why Tetsuren
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| Full tang | ||
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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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