{"product_id":"murasaki-ryuu-purple-dragon-katana-1060-steel","title":"Murasaki Ryuu 紫竜 Katana – Purple 1060 Steel, Dragon","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurple 1060 steel with engraved dragon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBo-hi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnsharpened blade (display)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuard (Tsuba 鍔)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSculpted zinc alloy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScabbard (Saya 鞘)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp\u003eGlossy purple lacquered wood\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 rayskin (samegawa).\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\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\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 scabbard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis katana, named for its purple-coloured steel and its dragon engravings, is a striking piece that captures the essence of the ancient samurai tradition with a contemporary touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade (刀身):\u003c\/strong\u003e The 1060 steel used for the blade is known for its balance of resilience and flexibility, made more distinctive by a non-traditional purple tint. The dragon engraving adds to its striking look and also symbolises power and wisdom in Japanese culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuard (Tsuba 鍔):\u003c\/strong\u003e The zinc alloy tsuba features intricate sculpting, offering protection as well as a striking design element that adds to the katana's visual identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScabbard (Saya 鞘):\u003c\/strong\u003e The purple lacquered wood saya catches the eye with its shine and impeccable finish, which shows the craftsmanship and care put into its design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle (Tsuka 柄):\u003c\/strong\u003e The handle, wrapped in genuine blue rayskin, is renowned for its durability and distinctive texture, which ensures a firm grip. The zinc alloy menuki add a decorative detail, while the two bamboo mekugi secure the structural integrity of the katana.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tetsuren","offers":[{"title":"With engraving (+£29)","offer_id":64944396009849,"sku":"KTN-102","price":285.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"No engraving","offer_id":64944396042617,"sku":"KTN-102","price":250.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0900\/0373\/4905\/files\/8_f2dd402d-d230-4189-941e-4aae778dab1d.png?v=1792455877","url":"https:\/\/052i1z-f0.myshopify.com\/products\/murasaki-ryuu-purple-dragon-katana-1060-steel","provider":"Tetsuren","version":"1.0","type":"link"}