Clay tempered Folded Steel Japanese Samurai Katana Sword full tang sharp blade

Description: Clay tempered Folded Steel Japanese Samurai Katana Sword full tang sharp blade ITEM DESCRIPTION Specifications:Overall Length: 40.9 inch /104 cmNagasa Length: 27.8 inch / 70.5 cmHandle Length: 10.6 inch / 27cmKissaki Shape: CHU-KISSAKIBlade Shape: SHINOGI-ZUKURIBlade Material: Folded Steel+Clay TemperedTsuba Material: High quality brass TsubaBlade Width (near Habaki): 1.26 inch / 3.2cmBlade Width (near Kissaki): 0.91inch / 2.3cmWeight (with Saya ): 2.84 lbs / 1.29 kg (approximately)Weight (without Saya): 2.35 lbs / 1.07 kg (approximately)Saya Material: High Quality wooden sayaHandle Material: Genuine Ray skin + Hard woodenCondition: Brand New1-The balde was made of Damascus steel,it was Fully hand forged in a completely traditional manner.AISI 1060 High carbon steel and 1095 high carbon steel were smelted and pounded to fold 13 times to creat 8192 layers,Not only can remove the remain impurities of the carbon steel and better distribute the carbon to form the blank,But also allow the layers to bend at rates that differ very,very slightly when lateral (sideways)stress is placed upon the blade. Layering the steel creats resilience (toughness)that makes each par of the blade more likely to bend,and spring back,but not broken.The obvious undulating texture on the balde was resulted from folded repeatedly during forging.2-The blade would be fully hand shaping,and then our swordsmiths has applied clay to the sword to control the rate at which the blades cools when quenced after grinding(rough finishing).Also,the clay ensures carbon does not simply escape during this process.What's more,our swordsmith went a step further: Applying different thicknesses of clay to the edge and spine(back) of the blade respectively(Differential hardening).After the clay process,heat treating the blade,then quickly oil and water quenching (tempering) to make the edge(coated with a thin layer)cool faster,while the spine(coated with a thick layer) cools slower.Thus,what began an unavoidable consequence of the process was,a beautiful real hamon was appeared on the balde,turn into a mark of creativity and an element of beauty.3-The result of this process compounds the benefits of forging the sword with a sofer core.The edge of the blade becomes very hard and strong,able to retain an edge befitting the marvelous reputation of these exquisite weapons.The spines hardens,but does not become as hard,giving the spine a degree of springiness that immensely enhance the resilience of the weapon when swung in actural pratice.4-Hand shaping the balde after the second time polishing (Finishing the blade),There was no HI for this balde which is much stronger for heavy cutting.Meanwhile,engraving services will be implemented in this step.5-This blade comes with a full length Tang which greatly enhances the strength of the sword while swung.The tang will be filed to match well with the handle,and it will be signed according to your requirements6-Fully hand polished by our experience artisansword with more than 15 process hand sharpening work by the multiple grade abrasive stone in the most traditional Japanese craftmanship way.Making a mirror-like surface.It is also very sharp.The point of the blade is medium length.Tsuba:The Tsuba (guard) of the sword is brass with flower design . The Habiki (blade collar) is a one piece brass construction. Two Seppas (spacer) secure the Tsuba.7-Tsuka: The Tsuka (handle) core is wooden and it is tightly wrapped over genuine Ray skin Samegawa with a synthetic silk Ito. The Fuchi (sleeve) and Kashira (buttcap) are brass design. The Tang of the sword is secured by two Mekugi (peg). Two copper Menuki (ornament) are on each side of the Tsuka.8-Saya: The saya (sheath) of the sword is hard wooden saya. A Black and red cord Sage-O has been tied around the bright copper Kurigaga (knob) of the scabbard.9-This is a sharpened, super, truly battle ready Samurai sword very suitable for iaido and kendo superior. it is also allows you to make a collection of realistic, yet beautiful samurai sword, or to present one to your friend. Don't miss such a chance!NOTE:(1) A silk sword bag comes with the sword. but the wooden stand in below item pictures is NOT included.(2) if you need one wooden stand, please contact me, (3) This Katana can be taken apart fully anytime for maintenance purposes, you can disassemble the sword from the handle by taking out two pegs.(4) Due to our swords are full hand made, so Specs will vary slightly from sword to sword. please understand.

Price: 268.2 USD

Location: Zhejiang,Long Quan

End Time: 2024-12-26T15:29:13.000Z

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