1095 is one of the highest carbon content modern steels used for sword-smithing and arguably the best combat sword-making steel available, assuredly forming a very lethal foundational core to this true Katana sabre. Blade characteristics include a hard & tough, reliable & durable cutting edge, along with desirable blade resilience and good elasticity, which 1095, being technically a higher carbon content spring steel, is renowned for. Further promoting perfection, is the very difficult process of clay-tempering the blade. This process precisely facilitates hardening of the blade’s edge, while leaving the blade’s core and spine softer and thus resilient. Definitely a marker of advanced Japanese sword-making technology and visibly identifiable on this Shinken sword blade. The black lacquered hardwood scabbard, along with solid battle-ready sword fittings, complement the overall black sword color accordingly. And the hardwood, wrapped with genuine stingray-skin & quality cord form a traditional, practical and effective Japanese Samurai handle-grip.This Uchigatana sword is deadly, and is executed with a simple and classic, dark sword aesthetic. It’s collectable, a pleasure to own and a formidable war sword to use. Key Features:1095 Katana blade – tough & hard, reliable sharp cutting edge, along with good blade elasticity and desirable resilience. Genuine clay tempered sword blade, with visible Hamon. Premium quality fittings, handle and scabbard materials.Two handed sword handle – use this weapon with one or two hands, unhindered and with good power.Perfectly balanced & versatile Japanese long sword – equally effective cutting, slashing & thrusting combat Katana sword saber. Battle ready sword – fully functional and deadly sharpened Katana.Black Katana Specifications:Note: Sword stand is NOT included, and is shown only for demonstration purposes.Overall Katana length: 104cm.Handle length: 26cm.Blade length: 71cm.Blade width: 3.2cm.Blade thickness: 0.7cm.Blade material: 1095 carbon steel Katana blade.Tempering: Genuine clay tempered Katana blade, with visible Hamon.Hardness: 60HRC.Tsuka (handle) material: Hardwood, wrapped with genuine stingray-skin Samegawa & quality-cord Ito (handle-wrap).Saya (scabbard) material: Lacquered hardwood, wrapped with a quality-cord Sageo (scabbard-wrap). Tsuba (hand-guard) material: Brass, and plated.Other sword fittings material: Brass.Tang: Full tang Katana.Included: Silk sword bag; certificate of authenticity.Item: Daito sword.
