{"product_id":"nozomu-t10-steel-katana-bo-hi-green-floral-saya","title":"Nozomu 望む Katana — T10 Steel with Bo-hi, Floral Saya","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Nozomu 望む katana is a perfect mid-range piece for those who want to discover the katana from every angle. Its blade is T10 steel with a hamon and features a groove (bo-hi).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt also stands out for its style, with touches of green and a saya with floral motifs recalling the Edo period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrey, mirror polish.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eT10 steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith hamon and bo-hi (groove)\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\u003eFinely carved iron\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\u003eLacquered 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\u003eSolid wood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGaluchat (ray skin) leather\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall length with saya\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp\u003e103 cm (40.6 in)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e71 cm (28.0 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle (tsuka) length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e26 cm (10.2 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\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade (刀身)\u003c\/strong\u003e: Forged in T10 steel, recognised for its resilience, this blade has a distinct hamon, the sign of a well-controlled heat treatment. The groove, or fuller, is not merely an embellishment; it reduces the overall weight of the blade, allowing greater manoeuvrability without sacrificing the strength of the steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuard (Tsuba 鍔)\u003c\/strong\u003e: The finely carved iron guard does more than protect the hand; it also acts as a counterweight, essential to the balance of a katana. Iron offers robustness without making the whole heavy, allowing fluid and precise movements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScabbard (Saya 鞘)\u003c\/strong\u003e: The lacquered wood of this saya protects the blade effectively. The lacquer adds not only an aesthetic touch with its floral motifs recalling the Edo period, but also creates a barrier against humidity and external damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle (Tsuka 柄)\u003c\/strong\u003e: The solid wood handle provides stability and durability, while the galuchat leather, with its distinctive texture, offers a secure and comfortable grip. Galuchat is renowned for its wear resistance and beauty, adding both luxury and function to the handling of the katana.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its touches of green and inspired design, the Nozomu 望む katana is an invitation to discover the art of the katana, offering an authentic experience to enthusiasts and practitioners.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tetsuren","offers":[{"title":"Unsharpened \/ No engraving","offer_id":64944410493305,"sku":"KTN-109","price":305.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Unsharpened \/ With engraving (+£29)","offer_id":64944410526073,"sku":"KTN-109","price":340.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0900\/0373\/4905\/files\/IMG_2314_20210612-233000.jpg?v=1792455969","url":"https:\/\/052i1z-f0.myshopify.com\/products\/nozomu-t10-steel-katana-bo-hi-green-floral-saya","provider":"Tetsuren","version":"1.0","type":"link"}