{"product_id":"tora-tiger-t10-steel-flame-hamon-gilt-tsuba-katana","title":"Tora 虎 Katana — T10 Steel, Flame Hamon, Tiger Tsuba","description":"\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eT10 steel with complex flame-pattern hamon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuard (tsuba 鍔)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarved gilt copper with tigers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScabbard (saya 鞘)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEngraved magnolia wood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle (tsuka 柄)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenuine ray skin (galuchat) leather\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\/table\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable\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\u003e25 cm (9.8 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\u003e1.4 kg (3.1 lb) with saya\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tora 虎 katana, which translates as \"The Tiger\", is a refined sword that embodies the raw strength and agility of the big cat it represents. Made for the serious practitioner and the informed collector, every element of this katana is imbued with symbolism and craftsmanship that evoke the tiger, king of animals in many Asian cultures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade (刀身)\u003c\/strong\u003e: Forged in T10 steel, this blade is recognised for its resilience and hardness. The flame-pattern hamon is not merely decorative: it also reflects a carefully controlled hardening process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuard (Tsuba 鍔):\u003c\/strong\u003e The gilt copper guard carved with tigers is more than an ornament; it protects the hand. The engraved tigers recall the strength and grace of this sword.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScabbard (Saya 鞘)\u003c\/strong\u003e: The engraved magnolia wood scabbard is both light and resistant. It protects the blade and brings a clean, natural aesthetic that contrasts with the wildness symbolised by the tiger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle (Tsuka 柄)\u003c\/strong\u003e: Covered in genuine ray skin (galuchat) leather, the handle offers a secure and elegant grip. Galuchat, known for its durability and unique texture, was traditionally used on high-quality Japanese swords.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMenuki set\u003c\/strong\u003e: The copper menuki add weight and balance to the grip, while also serving as an additional decorative element.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tetsuren","offers":[{"title":"Unsharpened \/ No engraving","offer_id":64944399319417,"sku":"KTN-163","price":439.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Unsharpened \/ With engraving (+£29)","offer_id":64944399352185,"sku":"KTN-163","price":475.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0900\/0373\/4905\/files\/2_c3ca9ed4-6a4e-4ee7-9e5e-7b71f1e727cc.jpg?v=1792455895","url":"https:\/\/052i1z-f0.myshopify.com\/products\/tora-tiger-t10-steel-flame-hamon-gilt-tsuba-katana","provider":"Tetsuren","version":"1.0","type":"link"}