Golden Pearl Katana
A warmer palette runs through the Golden Pearl Katana, from the marbled saya to the matching handle wrap. Engraved detailing on the hand-forged manganese steel blade keeps the gold surface from carrying the entire design.
Details
- Blade: manganese steel with engraving.
- Appearance: gold handle wrap, pale blade, and a yellow marbled saya set the warm palette.
- Mounting: wood-wrapped handle, wood saya, and alloy fittings.
- Construction: hand-forged, quenched, annealed, and tempered.
Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
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| Blade material | Manganese steel |
| Blade treatment | Engraving |
| Handle | Wood core wrapped with cord |
| Saya | Wood saya |
| Fittings | Alloy |
| Construction | Hand-forged; quenched, annealed, and tempered |
Dimensions & Weight
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall length | 103.5 cm |
| Blade length | 73.5 cm |
| Handle length | 26.5 cm |
| Blade width | 3.2 cm |
| Blade thickness | 0.75 cm |
| Weight | 1,250 g |
| Weight without saya | 1,050 g |
Golden Pearl KatanaSharpened
Sale price$199.00
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 |