Red Dragonfly Katana | T10 Steel Suguha Hamon Gold-Silver Plated Samurai Sword
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Product Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Zencho (Total Length) | 103CM |
| Hacho (Blade Length) | 72CM |
| Handle Length | 27CM |
| Sori (Curvature) | 1.7CM |
| Sakikasane (Tip Thickness) | 0.45CM |
| Motokasane (Base Thickness) | 0.7CM |
| Sahihaba (Tip Width) | 2.3CM |
| Motohaba (Base Width) | 3.2CM |
| Quenching Method | Tsuchioki (Traditional Clay Tempering) |
| Hamon Pattern | Suguha (Straight Temper Line) |
| Blade Material | High Carbon T10 Steel |
| Bo-Hi (Blood Groove) | No Bo-Hi |
| Blade Structure | Maru, Full Tang, Fully Disassemblable |
| Blade Treatment | Traditional Fine Polishing |
| Blade Type | Shinogizukuri |
| Fuchi & Kashira | Copper with Gold & Silver Plating, Dragonfly Motif |
| Handle Wrap | Moro-hineri-maki |
| Samekawa (Handle Core) | Genuine Ray Skin |
| Mekugiana (Peg Holes) | Two |
| Mekugi (Pegs) | Bamboo |
| Menuki | Copper with Gold & Silver Plating, Dragonfly Design |
| Seppa (Washers) | Solid Copper |
| Tsuba (Hand Guard) | Copper with Gold & Silver Plating, Dragonfly Motif |
| Habaki (Blade Collar) | Solid Copper |
| Saya (Scabbard) | Solid Hardwood with Lacquer Paint Finish |
| Sageo (Cord) | Cotton Rope |
| Gift | Premium Katana Storage Bag |
| Total Weight | 1.4KG |
| Desheathing Weight | 1.2KG |
| Note | Handmade products have minor errors, specifications are for reference only. |
About This Red Dragonfly Katana
The Red Dragonfly Katana is an elegantly designed, great-value collectible samurai sword that blends traditional Japanese sword craftsmanship with delicate East Asian dragonfly aesthetic motifs. Forged from high-carbon T10 steel and finished with classic Tsuchioki clay tempering, it features a clean, straight Suguha hamon line that delivers excellent edge hardness and balanced blade toughness.
The standout feature of this katana is its full set of copper fittings plated with gold and silver, intricately engraved with delicate dragonfly patterns that create a striking two-tone visual effect. Paired with a genuine ray skin handle and smooth lacquered hardwood saya, it offers a premium look and feel at an accessible price point. The fully disassemblable full tang structure makes maintenance simple, making it an ideal choice for first-time collectors, decorative display, and light Iaido practice.
Key Features
- High-Carbon T10 Steel Blade: Premium T10 carbon steel with excellent edge retention and balanced toughness, suitable for both collection and light practice
- Classic Suguha Straight Hamon: Traditional clay tempering creates a clean, even straight temper line – the most iconic classical hamon pattern
- Gold & Silver Plated Copper Fittings: Full set of copper base fittings with dual-tone gold and silver plating, engraved with intricate dragonfly motifs
- Elegant Dragonfly Theme Design: Coordinated dragonfly pattern across tsuba, fuchi, kashira and menuki for a refined, cohesive aesthetic
- Genuine Ray Skin Handle: Authentic samegawa ray skin core with traditional Moro-hineri-maki wrap for secure grip and classic samurai styling
- Fully Disassemblable Full Tang: One-piece full tang blade that can be fully taken apart for thorough cleaning, oiling and maintenance
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What does gold-silver plated copper mean for the fittings?
A: The fittings are crafted from a solid copper base, then plated with gold and silver in layers to create the detailed two-tone dragonfly pattern. This process delivers a luxurious, detailed finish at a more accessible price than solid precious metal fittings.
Q: Is Suguha hamon better than other patterns?
A: Suguha is the most traditional and technically precise hamon pattern, known for its even, straight temper line. It provides uniform hardness along the cutting edge and is considered the classic standard for traditional Japanese katana.
Q: How do I care for gold-silver plated fittings?
A: Wipe fittings gently with a soft dry cloth after handling to remove fingerprints and moisture. Avoid harsh chemicals and abrasive cleaners to preserve the plating finish. Regular light oiling of the blade will also prevent corrosion around metal components.
Q: Is this katana suitable for beginners?
A: Yes. With its balanced weight, authentic construction and approachable price, this katana is an excellent choice for first-time collectors and beginners looking for a quality, visually distinctive piece.
For an upgraded all-copper T10 steel model, explore the Azure Wind Katana with minimalist solid copper fittings.
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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).
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