{"product_id":"ten-katana-damascus-steel-bo-hi-beige-saya","title":"Katana Ten 天 – Damascus Steel with Bo-hi","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDamascus steel with Bo-hi\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 with Japanese calligraphy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScabbard (Saya 鞘)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeige lacquered wood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrown 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\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\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDIMENSIONS\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\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\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Katana Ten 天 embodies the elegance and traditional art of Japanese swordmaking. Its look is both sober and refined, with a majestic presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade (刀身):\u003c\/strong\u003e The Damascus steel blade is not only well made but also aesthetically striking, showing intricate wavy patterns reminiscent of the currents of a calm river. This multi-layer forging technique is not only for show; it gives the blade added strength, thanks to the combination of the different hardnesses of the steels used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuard (Tsuba 鍔):\u003c\/strong\u003e The carved copper of the Tsuba serves as a delicate ornament and a robust protection for the hand of the user. The fineness of the carving shows a high level of craftsmanship, while the Japanese calligraphy adds a cultural touch that can evoke important stories or values.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScabbard (Saya 鞘):\u003c\/strong\u003e The beige lacquered wood of the Saya offers durable protection for the blade and adds a touch of natural elegance to the whole. The simplicity of its colour highlights the intrinsic beauty of the wood grain, while the brown Sageo offers a firm, secure hold when carrying the katana.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle (Tsuka 柄):\u003c\/strong\u003e The handle is dressed in genuine white ray skin, a material traditionally prized for its durability and distinctive feel in the hand. The texture of the ray skin gives a firm grip and a distinctive tactile sensation, pleasant to the touch as a work of art.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tetsuren","offers":[{"title":"With engraving (+£29)","offer_id":64944396337529,"sku":"KTN-158","price":304.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"No engraving","offer_id":64944396370297,"sku":"KTN-158","price":268.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0900\/0373\/4905\/files\/1_8387688d-b953-4835-8e0f-d67ce0b79967.jpg?v=1792455879","url":"https:\/\/052i1z-f0.myshopify.com\/products\/ten-katana-damascus-steel-bo-hi-beige-saya","provider":"Tetsuren","version":"1.0","type":"link"}