Musha – Black Orchid Katana with Mother of Pearl Inlay Scabbard
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- Class
- Battle Ready
- Blade
- 1060 High Carbon Steel
- Overall Length
- 39 1/4"
- Weight
- 2 lbs 6.5 oz
- Brand
- Musha
- Culture
- Japanese
Overview
Musha - Black Orchid Katana with Mother of Pearl Inlay Scabbard
The Musha Black Orchid Katana has a hand-forged blade of clay-tempered 1060 high carbon steel which features a genuine hamon; the hardened steel of the blade is visible in the wavy patterning along the keen blade edge and unneeded weight is removed from the blade with its bohi groove to create a quick-striking sword. The highly detailed tsuba is well-cast from solid antiqued copper which is surmounted by brass seppa and a brass habaki. The wooden grip has panels of genuine rayskin and is bound in black ito cord. Its fuchi and kashira components are crafted from antiqued metal.
The sword is paired with a wooden saya scabbard which is richly adorned with mother of pearl inlay set among fine glossy lacquer. The scabbard cap is polished buffalo horn and a sageo cord completes the scabbard. Included is a cloth sword bag for storage / transport
Specifications
Every measurement that matters
- Brand
- Musha
- Culture
- Japanese
- Pommel
- N/A
- Overall Length
- 39 1/4"
- Blade Length
- 28"
- Blade
- 1060 High Carbon Steel
- Weight
- 2 lbs 6.5 oz
- Edge
- Sharp
- P.O.B.
- 5 1/8"
- Thickness
- 6.6 mm - 4.8 mm
- Width
- 31.5 mm
- Grip Length
- 9 7/8"
- Class
- Battle Ready
- Country of Origin
- China
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Q&A
Questions from the community
Q What steel is the blade made from? Common Question
Clay-tempered 1060 high carbon steel with a visible hamon.
Q Is the edge sharpened? Common Question
Yes, it is supplied sharp.
Q Does the blade have a bohi (fuller)? Common Question
Yes, a bohi groove lightens the blade for quicker handling.
Q What are the guard and fittings made of? Common Question
The tsuba is solid antiqued copper; seppa and habaki are brass with antiqued metal fuchi and kashira.
Q What is the grip construction? Common Question
Wooden core with genuine rayskin panels and black ito cord wrap.
Q What comes with the sword? Common Question
A lacquered wooden saya with mother of pearl inlay, buffalo horn koiguchi cap, sageo cord, and a cloth sword bag.
Q Where is it made? Common Question
China.
Q What are the key dimensions and weight? Common Question
Overall length 39 1/4 in; blade length 28 in; grip 9 7/8 in; point of balance 5 1/8 in; weight 2 lb 6.5 oz; blade width 31.5 mm; thickness tapers 6.6–4.8 mm.
Q Is it suitable for cutting or reenactment? Common Question
Classed as battle ready for cutting practice; always follow local laws and safety guidelines. Not intended for choreographed contact unless specifically approved by your group.
Q How should I care for the blade and scabbard? Common Question
Keep the high-carbon blade clean and oiled to prevent rust; avoid moisture in the saya and handle with dry hands. The lacquered saya and mother of pearl inlay should be wiped with a soft cloth only.
The Maker
Musha
Musha swords offer a variety of functional, battle ready blades made using 1045 carbon steel.
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