Handmade Japanese Katana Sword – 1095 Steel, Purple Tsuka-Ito, White Gloss Saya, Golden Fittings

Handmade Japanese Katana Sword – 1095 Steel, Purple Tsuka-Ito, White Gloss Saya, Golden Fittings

This handmade Japanese katana is forged from 1095 high carbon steel, featuring a shinogi-zukuri blade with bo-hi, full tang construction, and a mirror-polished surface. It is tempered and oil-quenched for durability, making it a fully functional, battle-ready sword.

The handle (tsuka) is wrapped in purple synthetic silk tsuka-ito in traditional hineri-maki style over genuine white rayskin (samegawa). The fittings are crafted from golden alloy with elegant sakura (cherry blossom) and bamboo themes. The white gloss saya is paired with a matching purple sageo, completing the refined aesthetic.

This katana is perfect for martial arts practice, collection, or display. It can also be fully customized with engravings, fittings, or alternative handle colors.

Product Specifications

• Steel Type: 1095 high carbon steel

• Cutting Edge: Very sharp (can be customized to unsharp)

• Blade Shape: Shinogi-Zukuri

• Groove/Fuller: Bo-Hi

• Tip Point Line: With Yokote

• Hamon: No hamon

• Blade Polish: Mirror polished

• Tang Inscription (Mei): Customizable

• Wrapping Material: Purple synthetic silk (tsuka-ito)

• Wrapping Style: Hineri-Maki

• Rayskin: Natural white genuine rayskin

• Tsuba: Golden alloy, Clover Bloom design

• Kashira (Pommel): Golden alloy, Sakura theme

• Fuchi (Sleeve): Golden alloy, Sakura theme

• Menuki (Ornament): Golden alloy, Bamboo theme

• Saya (Scabbard): White gloss finish

• Sageo: Purple synthetic silk

• Tang: Full tang

• Mekugi: 2 bamboo pegs

• Habaki: Brass with black finish

• Seppa: Brass with black finish

• Accessories: Free sword bag and certificate of authenticity

• Production: Hand forged, hand polished, tempered and oil quenched

Dimensions:

• Overall Length: 103 cm / 40.6 in

• Blade Length (Nagasa): 71 cm / 27.9 in

• Handle Length (Tsuka): 27 cm / 10.6 in

• Motohaba (Width at Habaki): 3.2 cm

• Sakihaba (Width near Yokote): 2.3 cm

• Sori (Curvature): 1.9 cm

• Kasane (Thickness at Habaki): 7.2 mm

• Sakikasane (Thickness at Yokote): 3 mm

• Point of Balance: 5.5 in from tsuba

• Weight with scabbard: 2.5 lbs

• Weight without scabbard: 2.1 lbs

FAQs

1. Is this katana battle ready?
Yes. This katana is hand-forged from 1095 high carbon steel, full tang, tempered, and oil quenched. It is sharp, durable, and suitable for martial arts practice (Iaido, Kenjutsu, Kendo) and cutting practice (Tameshigiri).

2. Can I customize the fittings or handle wrap color?
Yes. We offer full customization for the blade, fittings, saya (scabbard), and tsuka-ito (handle wrap). You can see available options here: Japanese Sword Fittings.

3. Does the sword come sharp?
By default, the katana comes razor sharp, capable of cutting paper and light targets. If you prefer an unsharpened blade for safe display or Iaido practice, we can customize it at no extra cost.

4. Is engraving available on the blade?
Yes. We provide free engraving for English, Chinese, or Japanese characters. For more complex images or custom designs, there is a small fee. Learn more here: Blade Engraving Service.

5. What accessories are included with this katana?
Each katana comes with a free sword bag and a certificate of authenticity.

6. How should I care for my katana?
Keep the blade lightly oiled and dry after handling to prevent rust. Store it in the saya when not in use, and avoid touching the blade with bare hands for long periods. We recommend using our Sword Maintenance Guide for proper cleaning and preservation.

7. Is this katana suitable for beginners?
Yes. While it is a functional battle-ready sword, it is also suitable for beginners in martial arts training or collectors seeking an authentic handmade katana.