Katana “Midori no Hebi”

Explore the elegance of the “Midori no Hebi”, or “Green Snake”, a Japanese katana that embodies traditional artistry. Crafted from T10 steel, this sword undergoes traditional clay tempering, producing a unique hamon characteristic of samurai swords. Each katana is handcrafted with meticulous attention to detail and features a stylish green saya made of genuine hardwood. The handle is covered with authentic ray skin and tightly wrapped in Japanese silk, offering both durability and a classic aesthetic.

With its high-quality craftsmanship, beautiful green saya, and the distinctive blade with genuine hamon, the “Midori no Hebi” katana stands out as a remarkable choice among beginner katana, ideal for both new enthusiasts and seasoned collectors.

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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): Zinc
• Fuchi (hilt collar): Zinc
• Kashira (pommel cap): Zinc
• Menuki (handle charms): Zinc
• Ito (handle wrap): Tightly wrapped with Japanese silk
• Saya (scabbard): Hardwood, lacquered
• Sageo (scabbard cord): Tightly wrapped with Japanese silk
• Total length: 40.5 inches (103 cm)

Blade

• Material: T10 steel
• Clay-tempered (real hamon): Yes
• Practical use (“battle ready”): Yes
• Folded steel: No
• Full-tang: Yes
• Sand-polished: Yes
• Sharpened with Japanese whetstones: No
• 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: 50 – 58 HRC