Iron Tiger Forge – Tsunami Katana – 1050 Differentially-Hardened Katana
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$189.99
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- Class
- Battle Ready
- Blade
- 1050 High Carbon Steel
- Overall Length
- 39 7/8"
- Weight
- 2 lbs 6 oz
- Brand
- Iron Tiger Forge
- Culture
- Japanese
Overview
Iron Tiger Forge - Tsunami Katana - 1050 Differentially-Hardened Katana
The Tsunami Katana is both an excellent entry point for the new collector of Japanese swords or a great sword for building out your collection at excellent value – It brings high quality fittings, blade geometry and a real clay tempered blade at a great price. The tsuba and kashira hilt fittings feature in finely rendered antiqued brass the roiling and tempestuous waves of the unstoppable tsunami set against a grip wrap of deep blue.
The differentially tempered blade is forged from 1050 high carbon steel and it has been clay tempered in the traditional manner to possess a genuine hamon to give it a keen and hard edge supported by a shock absorbing blade body and spine. Its habaki and seppa are brass and the tsuba, fuchi and kashira are crafted from antiqued brass. The wooden tsuka grip is fitted with panels of black lacquered genuine rayskin and are overlaid with well-knotted artificial silk ito. The artificial silk feels much better in the hand and more authentic then the many of the “scratchy feeling” lower grade chemical fiber ito used on many budget katana
The sword is matched with a wooden saya scabbard which is coated in textured black lacquer. This textured black lacquer is much more resistant to scuffs and scratches then the more common high gloss lacquer used on many reproduction Katana. The saya is finished with a knotted sageo to match and complete the sword. A cloth sword bag for storage and transport is included.
Specifications
Every measurement that matters
- Brand
- Iron Tiger Forge
- Culture
- Japanese
- Pommel
- N/A
- Overall Length
- 39 7/8"
- Blade Length
- 28 3/4"
- Blade
- 1050 High Carbon Steel
- Weight
- 2 lbs 6 oz
- Edge
- Very Sharp
- P.O.B.
- 5 5/8"
- Thickness
- 7 mm - 5.5 mm
- Width
- 31 mm
- Grip Length
- 9 1/2" (Ito Grip Wrap)
- Class
- Battle Ready
- Country of Origin
- China
Reviews
What collectors are saying
Q&A
Questions from the community
Q What steel and heat treatment does the blade use? Common Question
1050 high carbon steel, clay/differentially tempered with a genuine hamon.
Q How does it handle and where is the point of balance? Common Question
It is a battle-ready katana with a POB around 5 1/2 inches from the tsuba, giving a responsive yet authoritative feel.
Q Is the edge sharp out of the box? Common Question
Yes it comes very sharp.
Q What are the overall and blade dimensions? Common Question
Overall length approx. 39 3/4 inches; blade length approx. 28 5/8 inches; width about 31 mm; thickness tapers from about 7 mm to 5.5 mm.
Q What are the fittings and grip materials? Common Question
Antiqued brass tsuba, fuchi, and kashira with wave motif; brass habaki and seppa; wooden tsuka with black lacquered genuine rayskin panels and dark blue artificial silk ito.
Q What is included with the sword? Common Question
A textured black lacquered wooden saya with dark blue sageo, plus a cloth sword bag.
Q Is it suitable for cutting practice or reenactment? Common Question
It is listed as battle ready and suitable for light to moderate cutting practice. Always follow local laws and safety guidelines; not intended for contact sparring.
Q Where is it made and by whom? Common Question
Manufactured by Iron Tiger Forge in China.
Q How should I maintain the blade and lacquered saya? Common Question
Wipe the blade dry after handling and apply a light coat of oil; avoid striking or scraping the textured lacquered saya, and store in the provided bag in a dry environment.
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Iron Tiger Tsunami Katana Reveal | Kult of Athena
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.
Often paired together
Overall a very acceptable price point katana. It looks lovely, the tsuba is more gorgeous in person with the wave motifs, and the little fish decorations on the grip tie the water theme together. The only complaint is that it is not as tight as it should be where the blade is joined with the handle. It audibly creaks and I can feel the blade shift internally whenever it’s swung. After cutting cardboard and spending the day swinging it though I’m not in fear of it breaking apart without seriously misusing it, and with the price in mind I am happy with it.
The sword itself is why I’m giving it 5 stars. They did a great job in crafting it and I don’t hear or feel any movement when I swing it. That being said, I didn’t actually buy this sword, it was sent to me in error when I ordered the other Iron Forge Katana that is the gold dragon one.
I will probably attempt another buy from them as the sword is well made but the customer service I’d give a one star to because they don’t return calls or email back quickly. They have an inventory issue at this point and I’m not sure what to do with this sword, I also want to get the sword I buy so yeah.