Katana “Kiken’na Samurai”

Introducing the “Kiken’na Samurai”, or “Dangerous Samurai”, a Japanese katana that captures the essence of a formidable warrior. This sword is forged from T10 steel and undergoes traditional clay tempering to achieve a resilient and finely honed blade. It comes with a genuine hardwood saya, crafted to complement the sword’s lethal beauty. The tsuka (handle) is expertly wrapped in authentic ray skin and tightly bound with Japanese silk, providing a secure grip and refined aesthetic. The “Kiken’na Samurai” is a testament to impeccable craftsmanship, featuring an understated yet elegant design adorned with a unique samurai motif.

With its superior quality and distinctive style, the “Kiken’na Samurai” katana stands out among mid-priced options, making it an ideal choice for enthusiasts seeking both performance and historical allure.

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Specifications

• Hand-forged in traditional Japanese style: Yes
• Technical training (Battodo): Yes
• Cutting exercises (tameshigiri): Yes
• Tsuka (handle): Hardwood with real ray skin
• Tsuba (sword guard): Brass
• Fuchi (hilt collar): Brass
• Kashira (pommel cap): Brass
• Menuki (handle charms): Brass
• Ito (handle wrap): Wrapped with japanese silk
• Saya (scabbard): Hardwood, lacquered
• Sageo (scabbard cord): Silk
• Total length: 40.5 inches (103 cm)

Blade

• Material:  T10 Steel (Damascus)
• 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 – 55 HRC