Ronin Katana Model 8
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$139.00
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- Class
- Battle Ready
- Overall Length
- 39 7/8"
- Weight
- 2 lb 5.8 oz
- Brand
- Ronin Katana
- Culture
- Japanese
Overview
Ronin Katana Model 8
The Ronin Katana #8 has a sharp, 1045 high carbon steel blade that has been differentially tempered, leaving a visible, wave-like hamon of harder edge steel. The tsuba, fuchi and kashira grip fittings are of a zinc alloy. The habaki and seppa are of brass. The wooden tsuka grip is wrapped with rayskin and overlaid with knotted black cotton Ito cord. A pair of menuki of zinc alloy have been fitted beneath the Ito grip wrap.
The Saya scabbard of wood is coated with black lacquer and fitted with a black cotton Sageo cord. Comes with a black cloth sword bag. This type of sword is considered an entry-level cutter by Ronin Katana. Ronin advises that they are safe to use against single soaked tatami mats, as well as water bottles and similar targets. Ronin discourages their use against hard targets, as well as thick, hard plastic jugs
Specifications
Every measurement that matters
- Brand
- Ronin Katana
- Culture
- Japanese
- Pommel
- N/A
- Overall Length
- 39 7/8"
- Blade Length
- 28 3/8"
- Weight
- 2 lb 5.8 oz
- Edge
- Sharp
- P.O.B.
- 5 1/4"
- Thickness
- 7.6 mm - 5.2 mm
- Width
- 31.6 mm
- Grip Length
- 10 1/8"
- Class
- Battle Ready
- Country of Origin
- China
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Q&A
Questions from the community
Q What steel and edge does the blade have? Common Question
1045 high carbon steel with a sharp edge and a visible, wave-like hamon from differential tempering.
Q How does it handle and where is the balance point? Common Question
It is an entry-level cutter with a point of balance around 5 1/4 inches from the tsuba, giving a manageable forward-weighted feel.
Q Is it suitable for cutting practice? Common Question
Yes—Ronin Katana rates it for single soaked tatami mats and water bottles. Avoid hard targets and thick, rigid plastics.
Q What are the guard and fittings made of? Common Question
Tsuba, fuchi, kashira, and menuki are zinc alloy; the habaki and seppa are brass.
Q What is the grip construction? Common Question
Wooden tsuka wrapped with rayskin (same) and overlaid with knotted black cotton ito; menuki are set beneath the wrap.
Q What comes with the sword? Common Question
A black lacquered wooden saya with black cotton sageo and a black cloth sword bag.
Q Where is it made? Common Question
China.
Q What are the dimensions and weight? Common Question
Overall length 39 7/8 in; blade length 28 3/8 in; grip 10 1/8 in; width 31.6 mm; thickness tapers 7.6–5.2 mm; weight 2 lb 5.8 oz.
Q How should I care for the blade and fittings? Common Question
Keep the carbon steel lightly oiled, wipe dry after use, and avoid contact with moisture; periodically check and tighten the ito wrap and fittings.
Q Is it appropriate for reenactment or costume wear? Common Question
It is a functional, sharp katana suited to display and cutting practice; use caution for costume or reenactment due to the live edge.
The Maker
Ronin Katana
Ronin Katana offers the largest selection of Samurai swords. After traveling to Longquan city, founder Chris Scoggin dedicated years to crafting a line of revolutionary Japanese and European swords.
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