Katana “Kuroi Kumo”

Samurai Katana Discover the “Kuroi Kumo” samurai katana, named after the “Black Clouds” of Japan. This katana features an elegant black and gray design and is forged from multi-folded T10 steel, enhanced with clay tempering for peak performance. The blade is hand-forged to achieve a mirror-like finish and a razor-sharp edge, housed in a stylish black hardwood saya for protection. The handle is carefully wrapped in authentic ray skin, ensuring a secure grip and maximum comfort. With its exceptional craftsmanship and sophisticated details, the “Kuroi Kumo” katana stands out in the mid-range category, making it a must-have for both enthusiasts and collectors. “The way of the warrior is to seek death.” – Hagakure, Yamamoto Tsunetomo Specifications Hand-forged in traditional Japanese style: Yes Technical training (Battodo): Yes Cutting exercises (tameshigiri): Yes Tsuka (handle): Hardwood wrapped in genuine ray skin Tsuba (sword guard): Brass Fuchi (hilt collar): Brass Kashira (pommel cap): Brass Menuki (handle charms): Brass Ito (handle wrap): Wrapped with synthetic silk Saya (scabbard): Hardwood Sageo (scabbard cord): Wrapped with synthetic silk Total length: 41.73 inches (106 cm) Blade Material: T10 steel Clay-tempered (real hamon): Yes Practical use (“battle ready”): Yes Folded steel: Yes Full-tang: Yes Sand-polished: Yes, mirror finish Sharpened with Japanese whetstones: No Bo-hi (blood groove): No Blade length: 28 inches (71 cm) Blade thickness: 0.276 inches (7 mm) Blade width: 1.26 inches (3.2 cm) Hardness: 50 – 58 HRC