This is a dual forge folded carbon steel katana (pattern welded). It is constructed by layering two different monosteel billet, forged and folded 6 to 7 times to generate a Damascus appearance.

The blade is finished with a custom brass tsuba and an 11" tsuka (grip). What makes this sword interesting is the visible hada (grain) resulting from the dual folded steel. This method of construction results in a "Damascus" apparence on the blade.

This blade will be more of a "show piece" rather than a cutter. The dual folded steel construction is not intended to homogenize the metal (a largely obsolete practice these days due to the quality of modern virgin steel), but rather to generate the attractive apparence. The steel will be no harder than the carbon monosteel contentent of the billets used. For a cutter, we recommend our 1060 or 9260 through hardened blade.

The nakago (tang) and tsuka (grip). The grip uses 2 mekugi (retaining pin) and is the standard 11" in length. Blade thickness at habaki is 0.3". This sword is an excellent presentation piece: great for presents and collectors wanting a unique display piece.

While it certainly can be used for cutting, we recommend it be treated mainly as a display sword (we rather that you get a monosteel blade as a serious frequent use dojo cutter.)

MEASUREMENTS

Blade Length: 28"
Handle Length: 11"
Overall Length: 42.5" (includes Saya)
Weight: 2lbs 6oz (with bo-hi) 2lbs 11oz (solid bodied blade)

FREE BONUS Items Include:

1) Cotton Sword Carrying Bag
2) Dragon Themed Wooden Display Box (US only)