Iron Tiger Forge – Sakura Katana with Rosewood Saya -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 1/2"
- Weight
- 2 lbs 9 oz
- Brand
- Iron Tiger Forge
- Culture
- Japanese
Overview
Iron Tiger Forge - Sakura Katana with Rosewood Saya -1050 Differentially-Hardened Katana
TheSakura Cherry Blossom Katana from Iron Tiger Forge 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 a classic Samurai cherry blossom tree motif. To many Samurai, the fallen petals of the Cherry tree which are brilliant in full bloom, but fall thickly upon the ground at the end of its flowering season were akin to the lives of the samurai after battle.
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 in a dignified and traditional brown color. 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 finely carved and smoothly polished wooden saya of gorgeously finished Rosewood. The saya is finished with a knotted black and bronze flecked 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 1/2"
- Blade Length
- 28 5/8"
- Blade
- 1050 High Carbon Steel
- Weight
- 2 lbs 9 oz
- Edge
- Very Sharp
- P.O.B.
- 5 1/2"
- Thickness
- 8 mm - 4.6 mm
- Width
- 31 mm
- Grip Length
- 9 3/4" (Cord Wrap)
- Class
- Battle Ready
- Country of Origin
- China
Reviews
What collectors are saying
Q&A
Questions from the community
Q What steel and hardening does the blade use? Common Question
1050 high carbon steel with traditional clay differential hardening producing a real hamon.
Q How sharp is it out of the box? Common Question
It is listed as very sharp.
Q What are the dimensions and weight? Common Question
Overall length 39 1/2 in, blade length 28 5/8 in, width 31 mm, thickness tapers 8 mm to 4.6 mm, point of balance about 5 1/2 in from the guard, and weight 2 lb 9 oz.
Q What materials are used for the fittings and grip? Common Question
Brass habaki and seppa; antiqued brass tsuba, fuchi, and kashira with a cherry blossom motif. The wooden tsuka has black lacquered genuine rayskin panels with brown artificial silk ito.
Q What is included with the sword? Common Question
A smoothly finished rosewood saya with black-and-bronze flecked sageo and a cloth sword bag.
Q Is it suitable for cutting practice? Common Question
It is described as battle ready with a sharp edge and differentially-hardened blade; suitability depends on user skill and target selection.
Q Where is it made? Common Question
Country of origin: China. Manufacturer: Iron Tiger Forge.
Q How does it handle? Common Question
A point of balance around 5 1/2 inches and a 28 5/8-inch blade offer a lively, front-weighted feel typical of katana for cutting.
Q Any care recommendations? Common Question
Keep the blade clean and lightly oiled, avoid moisture exposure to the rosewood saya and grip, and periodically check the mekugi and wrap.
Q What is the aesthetic theme? Common Question
A Sakura (cherry blossom) motif on antiqued brass fittings paired with a polished rosewood saya and brown ito.
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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i bought this sword as my 2nd piece as starting to collect sword of all kinds. it feela good package was very secured. The only thing is it has a lot of fade in the grip and scabbard. it looks like used.
i still have faith at this website that my next piece would be nicer and prestine
Got this as my first from this site, just beginning my real collection. It’s a pretty dope sword that is quite pleasing to the eye. I’ve yet to cut with it. I don’t really have a reason to give it a 4 instead of 5 excepting for my lack of knowledge and not being able to comment on its cutting performance.
The blade is great, tsuba feels sturdy, the wrapping is decently tight and the blade is beautiful. But the saya has to be the biggest let down, it is beautiful but you can tell it is somewhat poorly made even for this price range, not only that but it dulls and scratches the blade doing the opposite of what it should. If you’re going to buy this sword keep in mind you’ll need to polish and re-sharpen often because of the saya.