{"product_id":"ryuza-katana-dragon-saya-sanbon-sugi-t10","title":"Ryuza 竜座 Katana – T10 Steel, Sanbon Sugi, Dragon Saya","description":"\u003ch5\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eT10 steel with premium sanbon sugi hamon\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\u003eCopper, sculpted in the shape of a dragon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScabbard (saya 鞘)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLacquered wood, engraved and painted with a dragon motif.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack sageo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle (tsuka 柄)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenuine white rayskin (same).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCopper 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\n\u003ch5\u003eDIMENSIONS\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\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\u003e1.2 kg with saya\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Katana Ryuza 竜座\u003c\/strong\u003e, forged in high-quality T10 steel, stands out for its sanbon sugi hamon, a wavy temper line running along the blade, a sign of skilled craftsmanship. T10 steel is known for its high hardness and wear resistance, making it a durable choice for a collector's sword.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe copper guard (tsuba 鍔)\u003c\/strong\u003e, shaped like a dragon, is a tribute to strength and courage as well as an artistic piece that adds aesthetic and symbolic value to the katana. The fineness of its sculpting gives a secure grip and improves the overall balance of the sword.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe scabbard (saya 鞘)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a masterpiece of craftsmanship, in lacquered wood engraved and painted with a majestic dragon. This deep, rich motif strengthens the spiritual and cultural link with Japanese tradition while protecting the blade elegantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe handle (tsuka 柄)\u003c\/strong\u003e is wrapped in genuine white rayskin, a material prized for its toughness and unique texture, which gives a comfortable and secure grip. The addition of copper menuki and bamboo mekugi reinforces the structural integrity of the katana and adds a refined finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Katana Ryuza pays tribute to the ancestral skills of Japanese swordsmiths, combining art and function. It is a fine piece for collectors and martial arts practitioners alike.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tetsuren","offers":[{"title":"With engraving (+£29)","offer_id":64944396403065,"sku":"KTN-192","price":682.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"No engraving","offer_id":64944396435833,"sku":"KTN-192","price":647.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0900\/0373\/4905\/files\/1_2_21865eac-48be-454f-b9b6-6b327267aa4b.jpg?v=1792455881","url":"https:\/\/052i1z-f0.myshopify.com\/products\/ryuza-katana-dragon-saya-sanbon-sugi-t10","provider":"Tetsuren","version":"1.0","type":"link"}