Hitatsura Tiger Katana
The Hitatsura Tiger Katana places a Hitatsura blade pattern beside tiger-themed fittings and a warm lacquered mount. The blade pattern carries the more active surface, leaving the animal motif to define the koshirae.
Details
- T10 steel blade with clay tempering.
- Hand-forged construction is listed for this model.
- Full-tang construction is listed for the katana.
- Hitatsura is listed for this blade.
- No Bo-hi is listed for this model.
- Copper fittings are part of the koshirae or saya.
- Edge options: Sharpened and Unsharpened.
- No Bo-hi is listed for this model.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
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| Blade steel | T10 steel |
| Heat treatment | Clay tempering |
| Hamon | Hitatsura |
| Full length | 104 cm (40.9 in) |
| Blade length | 73 cm (28.7 in) |
| Tsuka length | 28.5 cm (11.2 in) |
| Blade width | 3.2 cm (1.26 in) |
| Blade thickness | 0.75 cm (0.30 in) |
| Full weight | 1,450 g (3.20 lb) |
| Tsuka | White rayskin panels with alternating black cord wrap |
| Polishing | Fine hand polish |
| Edge options | Sharpened / Unsharpened |
| Bo-hi | None listed |
| Construction | Hand forged |
| Fittings | Tiger-themed copper with gold and silver finishes |
| Saya | Black lacquered solid wood with horn accents and black sageo |
| Weight without saya | 1,140 g (2.51 lb) |
Hitatsura Tiger KatanaSharpened
Sale price$899.00
Blade Details
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 |
Fitting Details
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 |