Clouded Dragon Katana
The Clouded Dragon Katana first catches the eye at the saya, where pale dragon-and-cloud imagery moves across a light ground. Behind it sits a bo-hi manganese steel blade, giving the ornate scabbard a cleaner, more measured counterline.
Details
- Blade: high-manganese steel with hand polishing and a bo-hi.
- Appearance: a white handle and white saya carrying a dark dragon-and-animal illustration.
- Mounting: wood-wrapped handle with a lacquered wood saya; PU cord on the handle.
- Construction: hand-forged, quenched, annealed, and tempered.
Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
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| Blade material | High-manganese steel |
| Blade treatment | Hand polished; bo-hi |
| Handle | Wood core wrapped with PU cord |
| Saya | Lacquered wood saya |
| Construction | Hand-forged; quenched, annealed, and tempered |
Dimensions & Weight
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall length | 103 cm |
| Blade length | 73.5 cm |
| Handle length | 27 cm |
| Blade width | 3.2 cm |
| Blade thickness | 0.6 cm |
| Weight | 1,300 g |
| Weight without saya | 1,050 g |
Clouded Dragon KatanaSharpened
Sale price$219.00
Materials & Craftsmanship
We choose the right steel for each katana—nothing more, nothing less |
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One continuous piece of steel, from blade to handle |
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Through-hardened or clay-tempered, years of experience get it just right |
Hand-Fitted Koshirae
Shaped to follow the katana’s curve, with a secure fit for a smooth draw without slipping loose |
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For centuries, the tsuba has reflected its owner’s taste—and is often the first detail to catch the eye |
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A comfortable shape, a tight wrap—the first step to bringing out a katana’s true power is a firm grip |