Japanese Katana
The Japanese samurai sword “Rubīsōdo” is known in Japan as the “Ruby Sword”. Forged from the finest clay-tempered 1095 carbon steel, featuring a genuine hamon, this katana is a testament to the art of sword making. Its blade, perfected through traditional techniques, promises unparalleled durability and a razor-sharp edge that withstands the toughest conditions.
The “Rubīsōdo” is not just a weapon; it’s a work of art. The handle, adorned with authentic ray skin and meticulously wrapped in luxurious Japanese silk, offers both supreme comfort and grip. Encased in a striking red-pigmented saya, accented with real ray skin elements, it captivates with its exquisite ruby appearance.
This katana is your companion in the art of tameshigiri, effortlessly slicing through bamboo mats with grace and precision. Its elegant design, combined with the sophistication of genuine silver fittings, positions the “Rubīsōdo” as a prestigious symbol of craftsmanship and beauty. Elevate your collection with this unparalleled gem, a testament to the samurai legacy, and a breathtaking centerpiece that stands out in the upper echelons of sword connoisseurship.
“Reflecting on things in advance and then effortlessly accomplishing them when the time comes, that’s what it’s all about.“
(Yamamoto Tsunetomo)
Specifications
- Hand-forged in traditional Japanese style: Yes
- Technical training (Battodo): Yes
- Cutting exercises (tameshigiri): Yes
- Tsuka (handle): Hardwood wrapped in genuine ray skin
- Tsuba (sword guard): Brass with silver
- Fuchi (hilt collar): Brass with silver
- Kashira (pommel cap): Brass with silver
- Menuki (handle charms): Brass with silver
- Ito (handle wrap): Wrapped with Japanese silk
- Saya (scabbard): Hardwood, lacquered with ray skin elements
- Sageo (scabbard cord): Japanese Silk
- Total length: 40.5 inches (103 cm)
Blade
- Material: 1095 carbon steel
- Clay-tempered (real hamon): Yes
- Practical use (“battle ready”): Yes
- Folded steel: No
- Full-tang: Yes
- Sand-polished: Yes
- Sharpened with Japanese whetstones: Yes
- Bo-hi (blood groove): No
- Blade length: 28 inches (71 cm)
- Blade thickness: 0.276 inches (7 mm)
- Blade width: 1.26 inches (3.2 cm)
- Hardness: 55 – 58 HRC
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