{"product_id":"saru-katana-spring-steel-bo-hi-sharpened-blade","title":"Saru サル Katana, Spring Steel with Bo-hi","description":"\u003ch5\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpring steel with bo-hi (blade groove)\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\u003eCarved copper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScabbard (saya 鞘)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack lacquered wood\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 ray skin (samegawa)\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\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\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 scabbard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Saru サル Katana expresses finesse and agility, inspired by the lightness and cunning of the monkey, the totem animal of this sword.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade (刀身):\u003c\/strong\u003e The spring steel used for the blade is chosen for its flexibility and resilience. The bo-hi, or blade groove, lightens the blade while keeping it rigid, improving balance for fluid and precise handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuard (Tsuba 鍔):\u003c\/strong\u003e In carved copper, the tsuba is both a hand guard and a piece of art, showing the skill and delicacy of its making. Copper is a noble, durable material that adds a note of timeless elegance and traditional authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScabbard (Saya 鞘):\u003c\/strong\u003e The black lacquered saya is sober and elegant, designed to protect the blade. The lacquered finish adds resistance to scratches and damage while emphasising the clean silhouette of the katana.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle (Tsuka 柄):\u003c\/strong\u003e Wrapped in genuine white ray skin, the tsuka offers superior grip and durability. Prized for its granular texture, this material allows a firm and secure hold. The copper menuki set and bamboo mekugi reinforce the structure of the tsuka while adding refined decorative accents.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tetsuren","offers":[{"title":"With engraving (+£29)","offer_id":64944396271993,"sku":"KTN-136","price":285.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"No engraving","offer_id":64944396304761,"sku":"KTN-136","price":250.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0900\/0373\/4905\/files\/1_1_3e75d1d3-7a45-46fe-8998-b4cc789b72d3.jpg?v=1792455879","url":"https:\/\/052i1z-f0.myshopify.com\/products\/saru-katana-spring-steel-bo-hi-sharpened-blade","provider":"Tetsuren","version":"1.0","type":"link"}