Musha – Arashi Katana
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- Class
- Battle Ready
- Blade
- 1040-to-1045-high-carbon-steel
- Overall Length
- 39 1/8"
- Weight
- 2 lbs 2.8 oz
- Brand
- Musha
- Culture
- Japanese
Overview
Musha - Arashi Katana
The Musha Arashi Katana has a unique and brilliantly patterned blade with the design of a roiling tempest in black and metallic bronze. The blade is forged from 1045 high carbon steel and the tsuba, fuchi and kashira components of the hilt are of highly detailed cast metal with an antiqued finish. The grip is wood with faux rayskin and a wrap of bronze-tone tsuka-ito cord. The scabbard is crafted from wood and complete with a finish of glossy black lacquer and a sageo cord to match the grip. Included is a cloth sword bag.
Specifications
Every measurement that matters
- Brand
- Musha
- Culture
- Japanese
- Pommel
- N/A
- Overall Length
- 39 1/8"
- Blade Length
- 28"
- Blade
- 1040-to-1045-high-carbon-steel
- Weight
- 2 lbs 2.8 oz
- Edge
- Slightly Sharpened
- P.O.B.
- 5"
- Thickness
- 7.2 mm - 4.4 mm
- Width
- 32.9 mm
- Grip Length
- 10"
- Class
- Battle Ready
- Country of Origin
- China
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Q&A
Questions from the community
Q What steel is the Arashi Katana blade made from? Common Question
1045 high carbon steel.
Q How does it handle and where is the point of balance? Common Question
It has a P.O.B. around 5 inches from the tsuba; weight is about 2 lbs 2.8 oz, offering a light, quick feel for practice and display.
Q Is the edge sharpened? Common Question
Slightly sharpened from the factory.
Q What are the hilt materials and fittings? Common Question
Wood grip with faux rayskin and bronze-tone cord wrap; cast metal tsuba, fuchi, and kashira with an antiqued finish.
Q What is included with the sword? Common Question
Wood scabbard with glossy black lacquer and matching sageo cord; a cloth sword bag is included.
Q Is this suitable for cutting or reenactment? Common Question
Classed as "Battle Ready"; the 1045 steel and slightly sharpened edge make it best for light practice and display—use responsibly and check local rules.
Q What are the overall and blade lengths? Common Question
Overall length about 39 1/8 inches; blade length about 28 inches.
Q Where is it manufactured? Common Question
Manufactured in China by Musha.
Q How should I care for the blade and scabbard? Common Question
Keep the steel lightly oiled after handling; avoid moisture. Wipe the lacquered saya with a soft cloth and avoid abrasives.
Q What is the visual style of the blade? Common Question
A black blade with metallic bronze roiling tempest motif and matching bronze-tone handle wrap.
The Maker
Musha
Musha swords offer a variety of functional, battle ready blades made using 1045 carbon steel.
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