Tora no Ha Katana Sword (虎の刃) specifications
- Hand-forged by our master swordsmiths.
- T10 steel blade, sharpened or unsharpened at choice, full tang.
- Bo-Hi (棒樋): groove on the blade.
- Scabbard (Saya 鞘): white and gray grainy lacquered wood decorated with a tiger fresco.
- Sageo (下げ緒): gray.
- Handle (Tsuka 柄): faux black stingray leather on wood.
- Tsuka-ITO (柄糸): gray braided in a diamond pattern above the handle.
- Menuki (目貫): golden dragon.
- Guard (Tsuba 鍔): black and gold alloy, carved in the shape of a tiger.
- Fuchi (縁): black alloy decorated with a golden flower.
- Kashira (頭): black alloy decorated with a golden flower.
- Habaki (鎺): brass with kamon.
Dimensions
- Blade length: 27.95in
- Overall length including handle: 40.55in
- Length with scabbard: 41.34in
- Handle length: 10.43in
- Blade thickness: 0.28in
- Blade width: 1.26in
- Weight: 2.76 lb
- Package weight: 3.42 lb
Accessories
- Scabbard: Included
- Katana stand: Not included
Tora no Ha katana sword: design and finishes
The Tora no Ha katana sword evokes the power and ferocity of the tiger, a symbol of courage and strength in Japanese culture. This name reveals the very essence of this blade: it embodies the spirit of the big cat, combining grace and formidable efficiency.
Its T10 steel blade has a meticulous finish, while the bo-hi lightens the overall design and produces a characteristic whistling sound when the sword is moved. The black and gold alloy tsuba stands out with its tiger-shaped cutout, creating a striking play of light and shadow. The handle combines traditional black imitation stingray skin with gray diamond-pattern braiding, providing a firm and elegant grip. The menuki represent a golden dragon, symbol of wisdom and power, while the black alloy fuchi and kashira feature delicate golden flowers. The white and gray grainy lacquered wooden scabbard is adorned with a magnificent tiger fresco, creating perfect harmony with the carved guard.
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