Katana “Osoroshī”

The Japanese samurai sword “Osoroshī”, meaning “Fearsome” in Japanese, is a marvel of craftsmanship. Each katana boasts a saya, exquisitely crafted from genuine hardwood, adorned with a captivating samurai motif. Its blade, a work of art forged from T10 steel, is folded to reveal a breathtaking Damascus pattern. Following a thorough sand-polishing, the blade is galvanized, unveiling a mesmerizing orange-black hue that glistens. Wrapped in authentic ray skin, the handle is elegantly bound in Japanese silk, promising both beauty and a secure grip.

This katana’s remarkable craftsmanship and the saya’s traditional artistry elevate it as a distinguished icon among mid-range priced katana, captivating connoisseurs and collectors alike.

„Learn to look at the situation you are in as a whole.“ (Miyamoto Musashi)

Specifications

• Hand-forged in traditional Japanese style: Yes
• Technical training (Battodo): Yes
• Cutting exercises (tameshigiri): No
• Tsuka (handle): Hardwood wrapped in genuine 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
• Clay-tempered (real hamon): No
• Practical use (“battle ready”): Yes
• Folded steel: Yes
• 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 – 55 HRC