{"product_id":"ryujin-short-katana-52-cm-blade-t10-damascus","title":"Ryujin 龍神 Short Katana – 52 cm Blade, T10 \u0026 Damascus Steel","description":"\u003ch5\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\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\n\u003cp\u003eRefined T10 steel core with Damascus hamon outer layers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith hamon\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 sculpted 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 solid 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\u003eMagnolia wood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRayskin leather (samegawa)\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\u003eOverall length with saya\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp\u003e78 cm (30.7 in)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp\u003e52 cm (20.5 in)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle (tsuka) length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e23 cm (9.1 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\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade (刀身)\u003c\/strong\u003e: The composite blade uses a refined T10 steel core for strength and resilience, while the outer layers show a Damascus hamon, not only for its visual beauty but also for its multi-layered structure, which offers excellent wear resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuard (Tsuba 鍔)\u003c\/strong\u003e: The sculpted iron guard is a work of art, representing strength and protection, with a finesse that evokes the legends of dragons, emblematic creatures in Japanese culture. Iron, solid and reliable, gives the guard a durability that will stand the test of time and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScabbard (Saya 鞘)\u003c\/strong\u003e: The lacquered solid wood of the saya is selected for its sturdiness and its ability to protect the blade. The lacquer is not only decorative; it also protects the wood from the weather and from outside damage, while adding a touch of colour and elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle (Tsuka 柄)\u003c\/strong\u003e: Magnolia wood is chosen for its strength and lightness, giving the katana balanced handling. Rayskin leather, recognised for its toughness and exceptional grip, wraps the handle, ensuring a firm and comfortable hold.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith a blade length of 52 cm (20.5 in) and an overall length of 78 cm (30.7 in), the Ryujin 龍神 Katana is made for those looking for a more manageable katana without compromising on beauty and quality. It is a piece of excellence that brings the essence of the dragon gods to any collection or practice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tetsuren","offers":[{"title":"Unsharpened \/ No engraving","offer_id":64944411935097,"sku":"KTN-127","price":439.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Unsharpened \/ With engraving (+£29)","offer_id":64944411967865,"sku":"KTN-127","price":475.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0900\/0373\/4905\/files\/IMG_1621_20210601-234347.jpg?v=1792455979","url":"https:\/\/052i1z-f0.myshopify.com\/products\/ryujin-short-katana-52-cm-blade-t10-damascus","provider":"Tetsuren","version":"1.0","type":"link"}