{"product_id":"sakana-katana-damascus-steel-iron-brass-tsuba","title":"Sakana 魚 Katana, Damascus Steel, Iron-Brass Tsuba","description":"\u003ch5\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDamascus steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuard (tsuba 鍔)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinely carved iron and brass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScabbard (saya 鞘)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLacquered magnolia wood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle (tsuka 柄)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRay-skin leather\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 scabbard\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 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\u003eThe Sakana 魚 Katana is an exceptional piece, combining the strength of ancient materials with the subtlety of a contemporary design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade (刀身):\u003c\/strong\u003e In Damascus steel, the blade offers distinctive visual beauty with its unique wavy patterns. Damascus steel is famous for its strength and its ability to hold an exceptional edge, making it a favoured choice for connoisseurs and practitioners of the Japanese sword arts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuard (Tsuba 鍔):\u003c\/strong\u003e The finely carved iron and brass guard is a true work of art. Iron offers unrivalled sturdiness, while brass adds a touch of shine and resistance to corrosion, helping the beauty of the tsuba last over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScabbard (Saya 鞘):\u003c\/strong\u003e The lacquered magnolia wood protects the blade with elegance and durability. This wood is chosen for its natural sturdiness and its ability to keep its shape over time, while offering a smooth finish and a rich, textured look.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle (Tsuka 柄):\u003c\/strong\u003e Covered in ray-skin leather, the handle gives a secure and comfortable grip. Ray skin is valued for its granular texture, which prevents slipping, combining safety and elegance in every movement.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tetsuren","offers":[{"title":"Unsharpened \/ No engraving","offer_id":64944410886521,"sku":"KTN-132","price":329.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Unsharpened \/ With engraving (+£29)","offer_id":64944410919289,"sku":"KTN-132","price":365.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0900\/0373\/4905\/files\/IMG_2288_20210612-232319.jpg?v=1792455972","url":"https:\/\/052i1z-f0.myshopify.com\/products\/sakana-katana-damascus-steel-iron-brass-tsuba","provider":"Tetsuren","version":"1.0","type":"link"}