Shogun Tsuru Katana

Shogun Tsuru Katana

Every part of this sword is expertly crafted by highly skilled smiths using centuries-old methods. The blade is forged from 1095 high carbon steel and differentially clay-tempered using traditional methods, with the spine Rockwelling in the 45-48 HRC range and the harder cutting edge at 56-58 HRC. This ancient tempering method creates the hamon - the hard visible line left when the clay is removed. Each blade is honed and must be able to cleanly cut through a sheet of paper before it leaves the factory.

The tsuba, collar and pommel feature the Crane, the ancient Japanese symbol of good fortune, longevity (Japanese mythology claimed the the Crane lived for a thousand years) and peace. Each is made of brass and given an aged finish. The grip is genuine Rayskin wrapped with cord.

•  The wood scabbard is painted black with glossy sheen.
• Includes cotton storage bag.

Also includes cleaning and maintenance kit for the care of Shogun Katanas, presented in an elegant wooden box that includes:

• Bottle of oil, to protect the blade
• Cloth for applying the oil
• Rice paper for cleaning the blade
• Uchiko powder for sword maintenance, for blade polishing and to remove the old oil that sticks
• Mekugi-nuki Brass Hammer (To remove a mekugi from a katana or Iaito. The mekugi is a wooden pin found on the tsuka to fix the blade to the handle of the katana)

Specifications of the katana

• Overall: 41“ = 104,14 cm
• Blade: 28-1/2“ = 72,39 cm
• Weight: 2 lbs 3.8 oz. = 1015 g
• Blade Steel: 1095 High Carbon
• Blade Hardness: 56-58 HRC Ha (cutting edge), 45-48 HRC Mune (blade back)

Premium quality made in Spain by Marto.

There may be minor deviations of the design and above listed specifications from item to item.