Black Edge Katana | Folding Steel Iron Tsuba Entry Level Samurai Sword
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【Zencho】entire length：103cm
【Hacho】blade length：72cm
【Handle length】：27cm
【Sori】：1.7cm
【Sakikasane】：0.45cm
【Motokasane】：0.7cm
【Sahihaba】：2.3cm
【Motohaba】：3.2cm
【Kissaki nagasa 】：3.7cm
【Mizuheshi】：Tsuchioki
【Hamon】：Gunome
【Blade material】：Folding steel
【Hi】：No HI
【Structure】：Maru
【Blade treatment】：Fine grinding
【Blade type】:Shinogizukuri
【Yokote】：Fake YOKOTE
【Disassembled】：Yes
【Fuchi kashira】：Alloy
【Handle wraps】：Moro-hineri-maki
【Samekawa】：Ray Skin
【Mekugiana】：Two
【Mekugi】：Bamboo
【Menuki】：Alloy
【Seppa】:Copper
【Tsuba】：Iron
【Habaki】：Copper
【Saya】：Solid wood paint
【Sageo】：Advanced Japanese Style Silk Rope
【Gift】：Katana Bag
【Total weight】：1.3kg
【Desheathing weight】：1.1kg
【Other】: Handmade products have errors, specifications are for reference only!
Introducing the Black Edge Katana – our best-selling entry-level samurai sword, perfect for beginners, Iaido practitioners and casual collectors. Forged from reliable Folding steel steel and clay tempered to produce a beautiful Gunome hamon, this katana features a durable iron tsuba and balanced weight for everyday practice.
Unlike delicate collectible swords, the Black Edge Katana is built for real use. Its solid iron hand guard provides superior protection during training, and the full tang construction ensures maximum strength and durability. This is the ideal first katana for anyone looking to experience traditional Japanese swordsmanship without breaking the bank.
Key Features
• ✅ Durable Iron Tsuba: Solid iron hand guard built for heavy training and practice
• ✅ Reliable Folding Steel: Clay tempered for optimal balance of hardness and toughness
• ✅ Classic Gunome Hamon: Irregular wavy temper line from traditional clay quenching
• ✅ Full Tang Construction: Blade extends the entire length of the handle for maximum strength
• ✅ Perfectly Balanced: 1.3kg total weight, ideal for Iaido and light cutting practice
• ✅ Affordable Entry Level: Best value for beginners and first-time katana owners
This Black Edge Katana is perfect for Iaido training, light Tameshigiri (test cutting), historical display, and as a great gift for samurai culture enthusiasts. It comes fully sharpened and ready for use right out of the box.
### Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is this katana suitable for beginners?
A: Absolutely! The Black Edge Katana is specifically designed as an entry-level sword, with a perfect balance and durable construction that makes it ideal for first-time katana owners and Iaido practitioners.
Q: Can this katana be used for cutting practice?
A: Yes! It is fully functional and pre-sharpened, suitable for light to medium Tameshigiri (test cutting) on bamboo, tatami mats and other soft targets.
Q: What is the tsuba made of and why is it important?
A: The tsuba (hand guard) is made of solid iron, which is much more durable than alloy or copper fittings. This makes it perfect for regular training and practice without worrying about damage.
Q: Is this a full tang katana?
A: Yes! It features a full tang construction, meaning the blade extends all the way to the end of the handle, secured with two bamboo mekugi pegs for maximum strength.
Q: What type of hamon does this katana have?
A: It features a classic Gunome hamon – a beautiful irregular wavy temper line created through the traditional clay tempering process.
Q: Is this katana easy to maintain?
A: Yes! It comes with a standard solid wood saya and requires only basic oiling to keep the blade in perfect condition.
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Katana parts names and terminology
Katana parts names and terminology
In the world of Katana, Katana parts names and terminology are very important as most of the Katana parts names use Japanese vocabulary and special nouns. This page can help you understand Katana faster.
A.SAKIKASANE Thickness of blade tip.
B.MOTOKASANE Thickness of the bottom of the blade.
C.KISSAKI NAGASA Length of tip.
D.SAKIHABA Width of blade tip.
E.MUNE The surface of the katana back.
F.MOTOHABA Width of bottom of blade.
G.MUNEMACHI The notch at the top of the blade stem,where the back surface (mune) of the blade begins.
H.HAMACHI A notch at the top of the blade,where the blade begins.
I.FUKURA The radian of the blade in the tip area.
J.BOSHI Blade text in the tip area.
K.YOKOTE The boundary between blade tip and blade body.
L.KOSHINOGI Shinogi-ji above the blade tip area (yokote).
M. MITSUKADO Intersection point of yokote and blade edge of blade body and blade edge of tool tip.
N.SHINOGI MITSUKADO Shinogi,Koshinogi und Yokote linien.
O.SHINOGI-JI Blade surface between shinogi and mune.
P.SHINOGI A chear straight line extending along the longitudinal direction of the blade is the thickest part of the blade (only appearing on katana of shinogi-zakuri) .
Q.JI The surface between shinogi and nioiguchi.
R.HA The edge area of the cutter body is hardened by quenching.
S.HASAKI Asharpened edge.
T.NIOIGUCHI A clear line separating the hardened blade from the softer part of the blade body.
U.ASHI Nioiguchi's extension line in the direction of the blade.
V.HACHO A straight line that determines the length of the blade.
W.SORI Degree of blade bending.
X.ZENCHO The total length of the katana,including the stem (the blade length is only the blade body).
Y.NAKAGO NACASA Length of katana stem.
Z.MAKUGIANA A hole in the shank for receiving Mekugi (bamboo nail for fixing the blade in the handle).
AA,MEI Inscription on the hilt (usually the name of the katana maker,but there are often other information).
Now that you have learned the terminology and proper nouns of katana through this article, you also design customize your ideal katana.
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