Samurai Katana
Introducing the “Shiro Hebī”, or “White Snake”, a Japanese katana that combines traditional craftsmanship with striking aesthetics. The blade is forged from T10 steel and undergoes traditional clay tempering to develop a unique hamon pattern, a hallmark of samurai swords. This katana is handcrafted with precision and paired with an elegant, white-pigmented saya made from genuine hardwood. The handle is covered with synthetic ray skin and meticulously wrapped in silk, ensuring a durable and comfortable grip.
The “Shiro Hebī” stands out with its high-quality craftsmanship, beautiful saya, and the distinctive blade featuring a genuine hamon, making it a standout choice among entry-level katana for both collectors and enthusiasts.
„Nothing is more expensive than what you get for free.“ (Japanese wisdom)
Specifications
- Hand-forged in traditional Japanese style: Yes
- Technical training (Battodo): Yes
- Cutting exercises (tameshigiri): Yes
- Tsuka (handle): Hardwood wrapped in fake ray skin
- Tsuba (sword guard): Brass
- Fuchi (hilt collar): Brass
- Kashira (pommel cap): Brass
- Menuki (handle charms): Brass
- 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): Yes
- 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
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