In the vast lore of Japan's ancient sword-making tradition stands a katana that fuses martial prowess with profound symbolism. Christened "The Shrimp Sentinel," this handcrafted blade is a testament to the balance of beauty, strength, and artistic insight. Every detail, from the shrimp-themed tsuba to the military green wraps, tells a tale of oceans, battlefields, and the hands that shaped them.
Key Features:
Tamahagane Steel Full Tang Blade with Real hamon:
At the core of this katana lies its magnificent blade, a beacon of warrior spirit. Expertly forged from the revered Tamahagane steel, its full-tang design promises unparalleled resilience and equilibrium. Hand-sharpened, the blade's edge gleams with a deadly precision, while its genuine hamon, borne of meticulous clay tempering, narrates stories of duels and honor.
Military Green Handle with Real White Samegawa:
The tsuka is a study in aesthetic pragmatism. Hidden beneath the robust military green cord wrap is the tactile allure of genuine white samegawa, offering a grip that combines visual intrigue with unmatched functionality. By employing the ancient knot paper wraps technology, the handle becomes a bridge—connecting the wielder to epochs of samurai legacy.
Multi-colored Saya with Premium Natural Lacquer:
Sheathing this masterwork is the saya, a harmonious blend of protection and art. Carved from seasoned wood, its exterior is bathed in a premium natural lacquer that dances with a mesmerizing multi-colored hue. A dark green sageo, complementary in its subtlety, wraps around the saya, further enhancing its aura of mystery and elegance.
Copper Tsuba with Shrimp Theme:
The tsuba, both a safeguard and an emblem, draws its inspiration from the depths of the ocean. Exquisitely hand-carved from copper, it features a shrimp motif—a symbol of longevity, resilience, and adaptability. In a marriage of martial and marine, the tsuba becomes a guardian, both in battle and in symbolic resonance.
In wielding "The Shrimp Sentinel," one finds a bond with the seas, the earth, and the age-old samurai spirit. It is a blade that resonates with the rhythms of history, nature, and unparalleled craftsmanship—a true magnum opus of the Japanese swordsmith's art.
- The katana is made of t10 carbon steel, it features a gold and silver gilding tsuba, red scabbard, red cord handle with white ray-skin wrap and copper fittings.
- Hand forge, razors edge sharp, clay tempered, real hamon, hand sharpened, full tang.
- The real katana sword is 100% handmade by artisan, the high quality carbon steel and fine workmanship of t10 clay tempering to provide you the best katana sword.
- The katana’s handle is covered in the best 10mm cotton wire with excellent soft and anti slip performance, providing you with max comfort.
- Please note: the sword stand or holder is not included.
Specification
Item Number | TK-JP-G10819 |
Primary Color | Brown |
Primary Material | Tamahagane Steel |
Item Dimensions & Packaging
Dimensions | 41 * 1.3 * 0.3 Inches |
Weight | 3.0 Pounds |
Packing Size | 43 x 4 x 4 Inches |
Shipping Weight | 4.0 Pounds |