Katana “Konchū”

Kamakura Katana The Japanese samurai sword “Konchū” symbolically represents the fascinating “Insect World” in Japan. The blade of this katana is forged from high-quality 1060 carbon steel and then meticulously polished using traditional methods. The sword is delivered with a carved saya made of genuine hardwood. The handle is covered with imitated ray skin and carefully wrapped with a grip tape to ensure a secure and comfortable hold. “The spirit of a samurai knows neither doubt nor fear.” Specifications Hand-forged in traditional Japanese style: Yes Technical training (Battodo): Yes Cutting exercises (tameshigiri): No Tsuka (handle): Hardwood wrapped in genuine ray skin Tsuba (sword guard): Zinc Fuchi (hilt collar): Zinc Kashira (pommel cap): Zinc Menuki (handle charms): Brass Ito (handle wrap): Japanese silk, tightly wrapped Saya (scabbard): Hardwood, lacquered Sageo (scabbard cord): Japanese silk, tightly wrapped Total length: 40.5 inches (103 cm) Blade Material: 1060 carbon steel Clay-tempered (real hamon): No Practical use (“battle ready”): Yes Folded steel: No Full-tang: Yes Sand-polished: Yes Sharpened with Japanese whetstones: No Bo-hi (blood groove): Yes Blade length: 28 inches (71 cm) Blade thickness: 1.26 inches (3,2 cm) Blade width: 0.28 inches (7 mm) Hardness: 55 – 58 HRC