Top Quality Traditional Handmade Japanese Samurai Dragon Sword KATANA Kobuse Blade
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- Model: HB368
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Handmade Japanese Dragon Katana – Kobuse Blade
This premium Dragon Katana from HanBon Forge combines traditional Japanese sword craftsmanship with powerful dragon-themed aesthetics. Designed for serious collectors and enthusiasts, this sword features advanced Kobuse blade construction, differential hardening, and handcrafted fittings that make it stand out from ordinary production katanas.
Unlike standard mono-steel swords, Kobuse construction uses a harder edge steel wrapped around a softer core steel to improve durability, flexibility, and cutting performance—an advanced forging method inspired by traditional Japanese sword making.
Traditional Kobuse Blade Construction
Kobuse forging is one of the most respected traditional blade construction methods used in Japanese sword making.
Benefits include:
- Hard cutting edge for superior sharpness
- Softer inner core for shock absorption
- Better balance between toughness and cutting power
- Traditional laminated blade craftsmanship
This blade structure is highly valued by experienced sword collectors.
Differential Hardened Blade with Real Hamon
The blade undergoes traditional clay tempering to create a genuine differential hardening effect.
Benefits include:
- Harder edge retention
- More flexible spine
- Authentic real hamon line
- Enhanced cutting performance
Unlike low-end decorative swords, the hamon is created through real heat treatment—not artificial etching.
Dragon Theme Design
This katana features impressive dragon-inspired details throughout the sword fittings.
- Dragon-themed tsuba
- Traditional Japanese koshirae
- Elegant saya design
- Collector-grade craftsmanship
The dragon symbolizes strength, protection, and power.
Full Tang Handmade Construction
Every sword is handcrafted by experienced HanBon Forge swordsmiths.
- Hand forged blade
- Hazuya polishing
- Hand sharpening
- Full tang construction
- Traditional assembly methods
This creates a durable and well-balanced sword built for collectors and enthusiasts.
Specifications
Overall Length: 103cm / 40.6"
Blade Length (Nagasa): 71cm / 27.9"
Handle Length (Tsuka): 27cm / 10.6"
Motohaba (Blade Width at Habaki): 3.2cm
Sakihaba (Blade Width at Yokote): 2.3cm
Sori (Curvature): 1.9cm
Kasane (Thickness at Habaki): 7.2mm
Sakikasane (Thickness at Yokote): 3mm
Point of Balance: 5.6in from tsuba
Accessories: Free sword bag & certificate of authenticity
Perfect For
- Premium sword collectors
- Dragon sword enthusiasts
- Martial arts practitioners
- Display collections
- Gift buyers
- Traditional katana enthusiasts
Why Choose This Dragon Katana?
This Dragon Katana represents premium-level Japanese sword craftsmanship. With traditional Kobuse construction, real differential hardening, authentic hamon, and precise balance specifications, it offers exceptional performance and collector value.
For collectors seeking a truly high-end handmade katana with powerful dragon aesthetics, this sword is an outstanding choice.
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.
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