{"product_id":"watatsumi-katana-t10-steel-dragon-saya","title":"Katana Watatsumi 海神 – T10 Steel, Dragon Lacquered Saya","description":"\u003ch5\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eT10 steel with Hamon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-made mirror polish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuard (Tsuba 鍔)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp\u003eFinely carved copper\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScabbard (Saya 鞘)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp\u003eLacquered wood with dragon motif and cotton sageo\u003c\/p\u003e\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\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\u003e71 cm (28.0 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.75 cm (0.3 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 width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.2 cm (1.3 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Katana Watatsumi 海神 evokes the immensity and power of the ocean. Its design and materials are chosen to reflect the majesty and grace of the sea deity of Japanese mythology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade (刀身):\u003c\/strong\u003e T10 steel is renowned for its hardness and strength, which is essential for a katana blade that must hold its edge while remaining flexible. The visible Hamon is the result of a clay-hardening process, demonstrating the skill of the swordsmith and giving the blade a distinctive look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuard (Tsuba 鍔):\u003c\/strong\u003e The carved copper Tsuba is a traditional choice for its malleability and durability. The meticulous detail adds both distinctive character and historical value to the whole, reflecting Japanese decorative craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScabbard (Saya 鞘):\u003c\/strong\u003e The lacquered wood of the Saya, decorated with dragon motifs, is not only pleasing to the eye but also protects the blade effectively. The cotton sageo is hard-wearing and adds a touch of traditional colour that contrasts with the lacquer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle (Tsuka 柄):\u003c\/strong\u003e Genuine white ray skin gives a grippy, durable surface, a quality valued in martial arts for its secure grip. The copper Menuki add a touch of elegance and are positioned for perfect balance in the hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis katana is a fusion of function, art and spirituality, capturing the essence of Watatsumi, the god of the sea, in every element of its design.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tetsuren","offers":[{"title":"Unsharpened \/ No engraving","offer_id":64944405741945,"sku":"KTN-171","price":263.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Unsharpened \/ With engraving (+£29)","offer_id":64944405774713,"sku":"KTN-171","price":298.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0900\/0373\/4905\/files\/katana-watatsumi_2.png?v=1792455943","url":"https:\/\/052i1z-f0.myshopify.com\/products\/watatsumi-katana-t10-steel-dragon-saya","provider":"Tetsuren","version":"1.0","type":"link"}