Iron Tiger Forge – Mountain Oni – T10 Differentially-Hardened Katana
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- Class
- Battle Ready
- Blade
- T10 High Carbon Steel
- Overall Length
- 40 1/2''
- Weight
- 2 lb 12.1 oz
- Brand
- Iron Tiger Forge
- Culture
- Japanese
Overview
Iron Tiger Forge - Mountain Oni - T10 Differentially-Hardened Katana
The Mountain Oni Katana has a blade of sharpened and highly polished T10 steel; the blade edge was imbued with a lively hamon when it was differentially-hardened. This treatment gives the blade a very hard edge with a distinctive, flame-like hamon line, whilst the body of the blade remains softer to impart a degree of shock absorption into blade. The spine of the blade was left solid with no bo-hi groove to retain the full cutting power of the sword. The tip has the elongated form of the O-Kissaki and the tip features a geometric yokote.
The tsuba, fuchi and kashira fittings are iron and the tsuba prominently features a menacing Oni demon with brass embellishments. A meditative samurai hero is on the reverse. The habaki and seppa are brass. The wooden tsuka grip is inlaid with panels of rayskin and wrapped with tightly knotted black silk ito wrap; two brass menuki are fitted within the ito folds.
The saya scabbard is carved from wood and finished with a textured black lacquer and matching, knotted black sageo cord. A black cloth sword bag is included.
Specifications
Every measurement that matters
- Brand
- Iron Tiger Forge
- Culture
- Japanese
- Pommel
- N/A
- Overall Length
- 40 1/2''
- Blade Length
- 28 1/2''
- Blade
- T10 High Carbon Steel
- Weight
- 2 lb 12.1 oz
- Edge
- Very Sharp
- P.O.B.
- 4 3/4''
- Thickness
- 7 mm - 4.4 mm
- Width
- 32 mm
- Grip Length
- 10 3/8''
- Class
- Battle Ready
- Country of Origin
- China
- Type
- Katana
Reviews
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Q&A
Questions from the community
Q What steel and heat treatment does the blade use? Common Question
T10 high carbon steel with a differentially-hardened edge showing a lively hamon.
Q Is the blade sharpened and suitable for cutting practice? Common Question
Yes, it is very sharp and built as a battle-ready katana; suitable for responsible cutting practice.
Q Does it have a bo-hi (fuller)? Common Question
No, the spine is solid without a bo-hi to retain full cutting power.
Q What style tip does it feature? Common Question
An elongated O-kissaki with a geometric yokote.
Q What are the guard and fittings made of? Common Question
Iron tsuba, fuchi, and kashira with brass embellishments; brass habaki and seppa.
Q How is the grip constructed? Common Question
Wooden tsuka with rayskin panels, tightly knotted black silk ito, and brass menuki.
Q What is included with the sword? Common Question
A textured black lacquered wood saya with black sageo, and a black cloth sword bag.
Q Where is it manufactured? Common Question
China, by Iron Tiger Forge.
Q What are the handling characteristics? Common Question
Point of balance is about 4 3/4 inches from the guard; weight approximately 2 lb 12.1 oz for a solid, cutter-oriented feel.
Q How should I care for it? Common Question
Keep the blade clean and lightly oiled, avoid moisture on the steel, and periodically check and retighten the ito if needed.
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The Maker
Iron Tiger Forge
A Kult of Athena developed line, Iron Tiger Forge focuses on high quality Chinese swords and Martial Arts weapons. By working directly with the factory we are able to provide these products at unheard of prices for the level of quality and materials.
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Awesome I bought a factory blemished model and there isn’t much viable at all. It looks like polish job was the issue which is no big deal. The fit and finish are perfect, perfect balance and cuts like a dream. I finished off my bamboo with it . These are extrremely well build and worth every penny. You won’t be disappointed
This thing is the real deal! I knew this sword hit different as soon as it came out of the box (which was promptly cut clean in half from the draw). My sensei approved it for use in tameshigiri after inspection and it performed beautifully on tatami. Beautiful sword and just a pure cutter!