Musha Zetsurin Katana with Hidden Kozuka Blade – White Saya Scabbard
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- Class
- Battle Ready
- Blade
- 1040-to-1045-high-carbon-steel
- Overall Length
- 38 5/8"
- Weight
- 1 lb 15.6 oz
- Brand
- Musha
Overview
Musha Zetsurin Katana with Hidden Kozuka Blade - White Saya Scabbard
The Musashi Zetsurin Katana has a blade of tempered 1045 high carbon steel and a second hidden blade; a Kozuka knife that discreetly slides into a slot in the scabbard. The sharpened blade is mounted into a wooden grip with a antiqued metal fuchi and kashira hilt components. The black faux rayskin on the grip is overlaid in cord to complete the sword. The sword is matched with a wooden scabbard which is finished in a glossy white lacquer and a matched sageo cord. The included Kozuka knife with a sharpened steel blade is a finely detailed utility knife which has its own slot in the scabbard where it can be readily removed for use.
The Zetsurin katana is a cross between a traditional katana and a shirasaya. The detailed metal Fuchi and Kashira portrays the Asahina family crest. The Asahina family was a Japanese clan during the Sengoku period who were known to be fierce warriors who were feared by all their enemies.
- Overall Length: 38 5/8"
- Blade: 27 3/4"
- Class: Battle Ready
- Country of Origin: China
- Weight: 1 lb 15.6 oz
- Edge: Sharp
- POB: 6"
- Blade Thickness: 6.8 mm - 5 mm
- Blade Width: 31.6 mm
- Grip Length: 10"
- Pommel: N/A
- Total Length of Kozuka Knife: 7 11/16"
Specifications
Every measurement that matters
- Brand
- Musha
- Pommel
- N/A
- Overall Length
- 38 5/8"
- Blade Length
- 27 3/4"
- Blade
- 1040-to-1045-high-carbon-steel
- Weight
- 1 lb 15.6 oz
- Edge
- Sharp
- P.O.B.
- 6"
- Thickness
- 6.8 mm - 5 mm
- Width
- 31.6 mm
- Grip Length
- 10"
- Class
- Battle Ready
- Country of Origin
- China
Reviews
What collectors are saying
Q&A
Questions from the community
Q What steel is the blade made from? Common Question
Tempered 1045 high carbon steel.
Q Does it include a kozuka utility knife? Common Question
Yes. A small sharpened kozuka knife is housed in a dedicated slot on the saya (scabbard).
Q Is the edge sharpened from the factory? Common Question
Yes, it is listed with a sharp edge.
Q What are the overall and blade lengths? Common Question
Overall length is 38 5/8 inches; blade length is 27 3/4 inches.
Q How much does it weigh and where is the point of balance? Common Question
Weight is 1 lb 15.6 oz with a POB around 6 inches.
Q What are the hilt materials and fittings? Common Question
Wooden grip with black faux rayskin under white cord wrap; antiqued metal fuchi and kashira with Asahina crest motifs.
Q What is the scabbard like? Common Question
Wooden saya finished in glossy white lacquer with a matching sageo and an inset slot for the kozuka.
Q Where is it made and by whom? Common Question
Manufactured by Musha in China.
Q Is it suitable for cutting practice or reenactment? Common Question
It is a budget, sharp 1045 steel katana suitable for light cutting and display; always follow local laws and safety best practices.
Q How should I care for the blade and fittings? Common Question
Keep the blade lightly oiled, wipe clean after handling, and avoid moisture on the lacquered saya and cord wrap.
The Maker
Musha
Musha swords offer a variety of functional, battle ready blades made using 1045 carbon steel.
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I ordered this mainly to see if I would be interested in sword collecting/ tatami and tatami like cutting. I didn’t do much research and a 1045 high carbon steel blade was not to fit my needs however I am thoroughly surprised.
Pros: 1. blade came decently sharp.
2. Heavier and higher quality than I expected.
3. Swing feels pretty okay in my hands ( although I haven’t much to base that upon)
CONS:
1. Saya is not of the greatest quality (not to be expected for the price)
2 Habaki was loose and rattling upon arrival.
3. Blade tang only held in with 2 relatively loose wood dowels
4. The included kozuka bends with very little effort ( dropped and point bent a 180°.
With all that said I put this thing through hell in just 2 days. I spent totally an hour slicing 0.5 to 1 inch diameter limbs and wood ( i feel bad). Through all that though there is only one small nick in the cutting edge of the blade and maybe 1 or 2 small scratches upon the blade. I plan no more to disrespect this sword and inflict no further damage on it. I would put no higher quality blade through such and this is an amazing starting sword for the beginner collector, with that said I now trust kult of Athena’s “battle ready” tag and am excited to purchase high end swords from them. One more thing to add that if you were to strictly stay with rolled newspaper and light targets then this blade would last very long although frequent sharpening would be expected. Thank you Kult of Athena!!!
It Looks sleek, and beautiful on my wall, but it’s not very “battle ready”, I use cardboard instead of tatamis and it couldn’t even cut half way through. It’s dull and it bent on the first day of using it in less than 5 slashes😭. It’s good for decor and practicing in the air.