Shinkai Mugen Katana Sword (深海無限) – Infinite Depths

Shinkai Mugen Katana Sword (深海無限) specifications

• Hand-forged by our master swordsmiths.
• Black 1060 steel blade, sharpened or unsharpened at choice, full tang.
• Hamon (刃文): Genuine notare hamon obtained by differential tempering.
• Bo-Hi (棒樋): Visible on the blade.
• Scabbard (Saya 鞘): Black lacquered wood with abstract blue and gold patterns evoking the depths of the ocean and the universe, black ends.
• Sageo (下げ緒): Golden.
• Handle (Tsuka 柄): White faux stingray leather and wood.
• Tsuka-ITO (柄糸): Gold-colored leather braided in a diamond pattern above the handle.
• Menuki (目貫): Golden.
• Guard (Tsuba 鍔): Rounded cross shape in black and gold alloy with engravings.
• Fuchi (縁): Black and gold alloy with engravings.
• Kashira (頭): Black and gold alloy with engravings.
• Habaki (鎺): Brass.

Dimensions

• Blade length: 27.95in
• Overall length including handle: 40.55in
• Length with scabbard: 41.34in
• Handle length: 10.24in
• Blade thickness: 0.28in
• Blade width: 1.26in
• Weight: 2.87 lb
• Package weight: 3.53 lb

Accessories

• Scabbard: Included
• Katana stand: Not included

Shinkai Mugen Katana Sword: design and finishes

The name Shinkai Mugen evokes the infinite depths of the oceans, where “Shinkai” (深海) means “deep sea” and “Mugen” (無限) expresses infinity or limitlessness. It captures the mysterious essence of the ocean abyss, those unexplored spaces where darkness and eternal silence reign. This katana sword carries within it the symbolism of unfathomable depths, representing the spiritual quest toward the unknown and meditation on the immensity of the underwater cosmos.

Its 1060 steel blade features a deep black finish that reflects the depths of the ocean, while the genuine notare hamon formed by differential tempering creates subtle waves along the edge. The bo-hi lightens the blade while producing a whistle reminiscent of the sea breeze. The rounded cross tsuba, crafted from black and gold alloy with delicate engravings, evokes ocean currents and coral formations. The handle combines traditional white faux stingray skin with gold leather braiding in a diamond pattern, creating a striking contrast. The gold menuki punctuate the whole, while the engraved fuchi and kashira complete this chromatic harmony. The black lacquered wooden saya is adorned with abstract blue and gold patterns reminiscent of the mysteries of the deep sea and the sky reflected in the ocean. The gold sageo adds a final touch of elegance to this aquatic composition.