This katana embodies the passion and contained power of Japanese master swordsmiths. Its manganese steel blade is enhanced by a subtle hamon, the signature of expertly controlled clay tempering. What truly draws the eye, however, is its red lacquered scabbard, featuring two lateral slots designed to hold kozuka — small traditional utility blades housed within the saya.
The kozuka was once one of the samurai’s most valued tools. Used for carving, cutting, or performing everyday tasks without drawing the main katana, it reflected the warrior’s discipline and self-control. These small blades were often richly decorated, sometimes engraved with mythical creatures, flowers, or natural scenes, reminding us that the Japanese sword was not merely a weapon, but also a work of art. This model pays tribute to that forgotten tradition, blending the strength of red, the purity of steel, and the grace of ancestral Japanese craftsmanship.
Features
- Blade material: Manganese steel Learn more about this steel
- Katana weight: 1.4 kg
- Scabbard: solid wood
- Handle: solid wood with cord wrap
- Tsuba: copper
- Full Tang: blade runs through the entire length of the handle for perfect strength
Dimensions
- Total length: 103 cm
- Handle length: 27 cm
- Blade length: 71 cm
- Blade width: 3.2 cm