{"product_id":"sakura-katana-damascus-steel-hamon-hand-polished","title":"Sakura 櫻花 Katana, Damascus Steel, Hand-Polished","description":"\u003ch5\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrey (natural steel)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDamascus blade with hamon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFully hand-polished\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuard (tsuba 鍔) \u0026amp; fittings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinely carved, polished copper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScabbard (saya 鞘)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLacquered wood with leather mount and sageo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle (tsuka 柄)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePremium ray-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\u003e104 cm (40.9 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e74 cm (29.1 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle (tsuka) length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e29 cm (11.4 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.15 cm (1.2 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.8 cm (0.3 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.88 kg with scabbard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.22 kg without scabbard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Sakura 櫻花 Katana is a splendid expression of the delicate balance between art and craftsmanship, a piece that will appeal to enthusiasts of traditional Japanese swords for its beauty and finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade (刀身):\u003c\/strong\u003e The Damascus steel blade with hamon is not only pleasing to the eye with its wavy patterns; it also offers greater resistance to bending thanks to its many layers of steel forged together.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuard (Tsuba 鍔) \u0026amp; fittings:\u003c\/strong\u003e The finely carved, polished copper fittings are not just ornaments; their weight and balance contribute to the overall handling of the katana, in addition to adding a touch of elegance with their detailed motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScabbard (Saya 鞘):\u003c\/strong\u003e The lacquered wood of the scabbard gives sturdy protection to the blade, while the leather mount and sageo (cord) offer both an aesthetic touch and added practicality when carrying the katana.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle (Tsuka 柄):\u003c\/strong\u003e The premium ray-skin leather used for the handle provides a textured surface for a better grip, essential for precise and safe handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis piece is a true collector's item; its Damascus steel construction, thoughtful balance and hand finishing make the Sakura Katana a beautiful object to display. With a total weight of 1.88 kg with the scabbard and 1.22 kg without, it skilfully combines traditional aesthetics with modern performance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tetsuren","offers":[{"title":"Unsharpened \/ No engraving","offer_id":64944406823289,"sku":"KTN-134","price":317.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Unsharpened \/ With engraving (+£29)","offer_id":64944406856057,"sku":"KTN-134","price":352.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0900\/0373\/4905\/files\/1_1_dc87869d-24f4-4969-b6e3-deedbe1458ef.jpg?v=1792455949","url":"https:\/\/052i1z-f0.myshopify.com\/products\/sakura-katana-damascus-steel-hamon-hand-polished","provider":"Tetsuren","version":"1.0","type":"link"}