{"product_id":"owari-katana-purple-damascus-steel-copper-tsuba","title":"Owari Katana 尾張国 – Purple Damascus Steel, Copper Tsuba","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\n\u003cp\u003eUnique purple Damascus steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaster-polished\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuard (tsuba 鍔)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinely carved premium copper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScabbard (saya 鞘)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTachi-style mounting with obitori, kanagu, kashiwaba and kogiri.\u003cbr\u003eThe tsuka-ito handle wrapping continues onto the saya.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle (tsuka 柄)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenuine shagreen leather\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePremium copper 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\u003e1.4 kg with saya\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Owari 尾張国 Katana is a superb representation of historic Japanese craftsmanship, an object of great value to practitioners and collectors alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade (刀身):\u003c\/strong\u003e The purple Damascus steel blade, a distinctive feature of this katana, is as much a technical achievement as an aesthetic one. Damascus steel is known for its intricate patterns and exceptional strength, and the purple tint adds a visual depth that evokes nobility and mystery. This choice of steel reflects not only beauty but also superior quality, well suited to display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuard (tsuba 鍔):\u003c\/strong\u003e The finely carved premium copper guard is richly detailed, each element a commitment to traditional elegance. Copper is chosen for its malleability and resistance to corrosion, offering durability without compromising beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScabbard (saya 鞘):\u003c\/strong\u003e The saya, with its tachi-style mounting, has a rare sophistication, reinforced by obitori, kanagu, kashiwaba and kogiri fittings. The tsuka-ito wrapping that continues onto the saya is not only decorative but also improves grip and handling of the scabbard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle (tsuka 柄):\u003c\/strong\u003e Wrapped in genuine shagreen leather, the tsuka is made for durability and maximum grip. The texture of shagreen, known for its toughness and comfortable hold, is a material of choice for high-quality katana handles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe menuki set in premium copper and the bamboo mekugi add to the strength of the construction as well as to the aesthetic richness of the whole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its carefully calibrated weight and dimensions, the Owari 尾張国 Katana is a masterpiece ready to take its place in disciplined practice or in a collection of traditional Japanese swords.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tetsuren","offers":[{"title":"Unsharpened \/ No engraving","offer_id":64944402104697,"sku":"KTN-116","price":305.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Unsharpened \/ With engraving (+£29)","offer_id":64944402137465,"sku":"KTN-116","price":340.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0900\/0373\/4905\/files\/1_38634af2-d121-4d56-b489-c3d24f3ed435.jpg?v=1792455915","url":"https:\/\/052i1z-f0.myshopify.com\/products\/owari-katana-purple-damascus-steel-copper-tsuba","provider":"Tetsuren","version":"1.0","type":"link"}