Hand Forged 1095 Folded Steel Katana – Choji Hamon, Lion Theme Brass Fittings, Hazuya Polish | Full Tang Samurai Sword
- Stock: In Stock
- Model: HBF1060
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This hand forged 1095 folded steel katana is a premium samurai sword crafted using traditional forging techniques combined with modern finishing precision. Featuring a beautiful Choji hamon, Hazuya mirror polish, and detailed lion-themed brass fittings, this katana is designed for collectors, martial artists, and Japanese sword enthusiasts.
Built with a full tang structure and high-carbon folded steel, this blade delivers excellent durability, balance, and cutting performance.
Blade Features
Forged from 1095 folded carbon steel, this blade undergoes multiple folding processes to improve grain structure, toughness, and aesthetic patterning.
- Steel Type: 1095 Folded Steel
- Blade Shape: Shinogi-Zukuri (traditional geometry)
- Hamon: Choji (clay tempered real hamon)
- Polish: Hazuya polish (traditional finger stone finish)
- Groove: No Hi (solid blade for strength)
- Yokote: Present (defined tip geometry)
- Cutting Edge: Very sharp (customizable dull option available)
Handle & Fittings
This katana features premium lion-themed brass fittings, symbolizing strength, courage, and protection.
- Tsuba (Guard): Brass lion theme design
- Fuchi & Kashira: Brass lion matching set
- Menuki: Brass lion ornaments
- Tsuka-Ito: Black synthetic silk wrapping
- Tsuka-Maki: Hineri-maki traditional style
- Samegawa: White genuine ray skin
Saya (Scabbard)
The scabbard is finished in a sleek modern style:
- Saya: Gloss black lacquer finish
- Sageo: Black synthetic silk
Construction
- Full Tang (solid core construction)
- Mekugi: 2 bamboo pegs for stability
- Habaki: Brass
- Seppa: Brass spacers
- Handmade forging + clay tempering process
Dimensions & Specifications
- Blade Length: 70.5 cm
- Handle Length: 27 cm
- Overall Length (without scabbard): 101 cm
- Scabbard Length: 76 cm
- Blade Width (Base): 3.2 cm
- Blade Width (Tip): 2.2 cm
- Thickness (Tip): 0.75 cm
- Thickness (Base): 0.39 cm
- Curve (Sori): 2.1 cm
- Balance Point: 11.8 cm from tsuba
- Weight (without scabbard): 1.08 kg
- Weight (with scabbard): 1.34 kg
Customization Options
We offer full customization for this katana:
- Blade sharpness adjustment
- Custom engraving (English, Chinese, Japanese)
- Personalized blade inscriptions (Mei)
- Custom fittings & color changes
- Optional engraving design (+$20 for complex patterns)
Explore more customization:
- Internal Link: Japanese Sword Fittings Collection
- Internal Link: Blade Engraving Custom Service
Packaging
Each sword includes:
- Free protective sword bag
- Authenticity certificate
- Secure export packaging
Shipping & Delivery
We ship HanBon Forge swords worldwide using reliable international carriers and established forwarding partners. Shipping methods, delivery times, and import arrangements vary by destination. Please review the information below before placing your order.
🇺🇸 United States
| Shipping Method: | SF Express |
| Estimated Delivery: | 1–2 weeks |
| Shipping Cost: | $45 USD |
| Customs Fees: | Prepaid — no additional customs fees upon delivery |
🇨🇦 Canada
| Shipping Method: | EMS |
| Estimated Delivery: | Approximately 2 weeks |
| Shipping Cost: | Free Shipping |
🇦🇺 Australia
| Shipping Method: | EMS or UPS |
| Estimated Delivery: | Approximately 2 weeks |
| Shipping Cost: | $45 USD |
| Customs Fees: | Prepaid — no additional customs fees upon delivery |
🇪🇺 Selected European Countries
Orders are shipped through our European forwarding route and delivered by FedEx.
| Shipping Route: | Italy Forwarding Agent → FedEx |
| Estimated Delivery: | 2–3 weeks |
| Customs Duty: | $20 USD per order — fixed and prepaid |
| Customs Paperwork: | No additional paperwork normally required from the customer |
| Region | Countries | Shipping Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Group 1 | Austria, Germany, France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Spain, Czech Republic, Hungary, Finland, Ireland, Sweden, Denmark, Poland and Italy |
$45 USD for the first 2 kg +$25 USD per additional 2 kg |
| Group 2 | Slovenia, Portugal, Bulgaria, Romania, Slovakia, Croatia, Estonia, Greece, Latvia and Lithuania |
$65 USD for the first 2 kg +$30 USD per additional 2 kg |
🌍 Other Countries
| Shipping Route: | Korea Forwarding Agent → UPS |
| Estimated Delivery: | Approximately 3 weeks |
| Shipping Cost: | $45 USD |
| Customs & Import Fees: | Paid by the customer and may vary by destination country |
Important Shipping Information
- Delivery times are estimates and may vary due to customs inspections, public holidays, weather, or carrier delays.
- Tracking information will be provided after your order has been shipped.
- Extra-long swords, multiple-sword orders, or unusually heavy parcels may require additional shipping charges.
- Import regulations vary by country. Customers are responsible for confirming that swords can be legally imported into their destination.
Not sure which shipping option applies to your country?
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