{"product_id":"sabaku-katana-brown-manganese-steel-ebony-saya","title":"Sabaku 砂漠 Katana – Brown Manganese Steel Blade","description":"\u003cp\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrown\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManganese steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuard (tsuba 鍔)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarved iron\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScabbard (saya 鞘)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEbony wood and buffalo-horn kurigata with cord\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle (tsuka 柄)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenuine ray skin (same) leather\u003cbr\u003eIron menuki set\u003cbr\u003e2 bamboo mekugi\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\u003e103 cm (40.6 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 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\u003e0.75 cm (0.3 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Sabaku 砂漠 Katana is a piece designed not only for its looks but also for function, inspired by the vastness and resilience of the desert.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade (刀身):\u003c\/strong\u003e The manganese steel used in the blade offers exceptional wear resistance and superior durability, qualities needed in a blade that can be used for practice as well as for display. The distinctive brown tone of the blade evokes the warmth of the desert.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuard (Tsuba 鍔):\u003c\/strong\u003e The carved iron guard combines strength and design, iron being chosen for its robustness and longevity. The intricate patterns engraved on the tsuba reflect the complexity of the sand dunes, adding an artistic dimension and a strong character to the katana.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScabbard (Saya 鞘):\u003c\/strong\u003e Ebony is known for its density and durability, making the saya a dependable protection for the blade. The buffalo-horn kurigata with its cord adds not only to the beauty of the scabbard but also to its strength and grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle (Tsuka 柄):\u003c\/strong\u003e The genuine ray skin leather offers a distinctive texture and a secure grip. This traditional material is highly valued for its water resistance and durability, making the tsuka a high-quality component that will stand the test of time and repeated use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sabaku 砂漠 Katana embodies the quiet strength and the beauty of the desert expanses, offering practitioners and collectors an exceptional piece that exceeds expectations both visually and in practice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tetsuren","offers":[{"title":"Unsharpened \/ No engraving","offer_id":64944403579257,"sku":"KTN-130","price":293.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Unsharpened \/ With engraving (+£29)","offer_id":64944403612025,"sku":"KTN-130","price":328.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0900\/0373\/4905\/files\/1_b588d532-d585-4f6b-af9e-2c6139303f3e.png?v=1792455924","url":"https:\/\/052i1z-f0.myshopify.com\/products\/sabaku-katana-brown-manganese-steel-ebony-saya","provider":"Tetsuren","version":"1.0","type":"link"}