{"product_id":"oku-katana-608-steel-entry-level-brass-fittings","title":"Katana Ōku オーク – Entry-level 608 Steel, Brass Fittings","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis entry-level Katana is made of refined 608 steel with a lacquered solid wood scabbard. Details such as the Tsuba, the Kashira and the Habaki are in carved brass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is perfect for decorating an interior in an Edo-period style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\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\u003cp\u003eRefined 608 steel\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuard (Tsuba 鍔)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp\u003eFinely carved brass\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\/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\u003e100 cm (39.4 in)\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 thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.7 cm (0.3 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\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Katana Ōku オーク blends sobriety and tradition, a tribute to the understated elegance of the Edo period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade (刀身):\u003c\/strong\u003e Forged in 608 steel, this grey blade offers adequate strength and makes an accessible first display piece. This steel is chosen for its ability to hold a respectable edge while offering a flexibility that forgives the mistakes of learning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuard (Tsuba 鍔):\u003c\/strong\u003e The finely carved brass Tsuba is not merely decorative. Brass is valued for its corrosion resistance and its weight, which contributes to the balance of the katana, a crucial aspect of handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScabbard (Saya 鞘):\u003c\/strong\u003e The lacquered wood scabbard protects the blade and adds an aesthetic touch with its smooth, glossy finish. The wood, hard-wearing and traditional, is a reliable choice for everyday protection of the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle (Tsuka 柄):\u003c\/strong\u003e The solid wood of the handle ensures durability and stability, while the Galuchat leather offers a comfortable and secure grip. Galuchat is valued for its distinct texture, which increases grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Katana Ōku オーク is perfect for those starting out on the path of the sword, or who wish to embellish their interior with a piece inspired by Japanese history.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tetsuren","offers":[{"title":"Unsharpened \/ No engraving","offer_id":64944409936249,"sku":"KTN-114","price":372.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Unsharpened \/ With engraving (+£29)","offer_id":64944409969017,"sku":"KTN-114","price":407.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0900\/0373\/4905\/files\/32_e3811115-e9a3-486f-94b2-96a420384449.png?v=1792455969","url":"https:\/\/052i1z-f0.myshopify.com\/products\/oku-katana-608-steel-entry-level-brass-fittings","provider":"Tetsuren","version":"1.0","type":"link"}