1095 High Carbon Kawashima Steel Uzume Forged in Japan Katana Samurai Sword

Kawashima Steel, forged by hand in Japan, with clay tempered Harmon. You can see the randomized pattern on the blade formed during the forging process and clay tempering of the hamon (edge).

Uzume (Ama-no-Uzume), according to the Japanese Shinto legends, is the Goddess of dawn. Uzume once was believed to have kept the sun from rising, enacting revenge on Susano'o during a quarrel. Later, Uzume was associated with the Japanese phrase Land of the Rising Sun, and also worshiped by Hondo (rice farmers).

This is a very well balanced and fully functional sword. Suitable for Tameshigiri, and practice cutting, etc. It can be disassembled and re-assembled. If used for cutting, buyer assumes all liability.

Overall Length (with Saya): 41.75 Inches
Weight (with Saya): 3lb 1.4oz
Weight (without Saya): 2lb 8.2oz
Blade Length (with Habaki): 28.8125 Inches
Blade Material: 1095 High Carbon Steel, Folded, Hand Forged in Japan
Blade Processing: Proprietary Process, Hardened, Forge Heat Cycling
Blade Edge: Clay Tempered, Real Hamon, Polished
Blade Hardness: Over 60 HRC
Blade Thickness: 8.1mm
Tang: Full Tang, 9.75 Inches, Dual Mekugi (peg), Engraved w/ Black Smiths Signature
Tang Length: Appx. 11.5 Inches Including Guard w/ Fittings
Tsuka (Handle) Length: 11.6 Inches
Tsuka (Handle): Genuine Same (Rayskin), Brown Japanese Silk Ito (Braid)
Tsuba Dimensions: 3.25 Inch Diameter, 8mm Thickness
Tsuba Material: Handmade, Brass Tsuba
Fuchi and Kashira: Handmade Brass
Saya (Scabbard): Genuine Exterior, Hardwood, Waxed Interior, High Gloss Metallic Orange
Includes: Sword, Saya, Cleaning and Oil Kit, Silk Bag, Wooden Box, Display Stand, Reference Guide & Certificate