HMS Japanese Katana Sword - Hand Forged 1045 Carbon Steel Full Tang, Sharp Functional Blade for Martial Arts, Collectors & Japanese Culture Display

Blade: fully hand forged; heat tempered Blade Material: Carbon Steel 1045 Hi(blood groove): Hi on each side Hamon (tempered line): distinct real Hamon hand polished on Edge: Sharp, hand sharpened by Japanese whetstone Tsuka(handle): Genuine Same(Rayskin) & Black Japanese Cotton Ito(Braid) with Menuki(Ornament) Tang: full tang with 2 Mekugi (peg); engraved with black smith's signature Saya(scabbard): Red wood with Plum Blossom pattern & with black cotton Sageo (cord) Edge Hardness: HRC 55 Back Hardness: HRC 45 Blade Length(with Habaki): 28. 0" Handle Length: 10. 6" Overall Length(with Saya): 41. 3" Weight(with Saya): 2. 7 lbs. Weight(without Saya): 2. 1 lbs.

• Symbolic Japanese Craftsmanship —— Hand-forged from 1045 high-carbon steel with full tang core, featuring authentic clay tempering for a vibrant Hamon line. Engineered for optimal balance in Iaido forms and cutting practice (Edge Warning: Finished blade - professional use recommended)
• Premium Cultural Aesthetics —— Tsuba guard with pierced pine motif, symbolizing samurai resilience. Black cotton ito wrap over samegawa. Paired with vermilion lacquered saya scabbard showcasing wood grain
• Dual-Use Heritage Artifact —— Professionally conditioned for dojo training. Blood groove (Hi) enhances agility. Ideal as a museum-grade display piece, budo practice tool, or Japanese cultural exhibit
• Traditional Craft, Modern Legacy —— Forged with Edo-period techniques: Full tang secured by dual bamboo mekugi pegs. This red pine variant embodies bushido virtues through contemporary craftsmanship
• Curator-Ready Presentation —— Includes anti-tarnish sword bag and crush-proof shipping box. An heirloom gift for iaido practitioners, Japanese art collectors, and cultural historians for adults