Inkstorm Katana
Silver engraving breaks across the dark presentation of the Inkstorm Katana, turning the blade into its main visual event. The black lacquered wood saya and iron tsuba hold that detail in place around the hand-forged manganese steel blade.
Details
- Blade: manganese steel with a baked finish and hand polishing.
- Appearance: a dark blade with etched pale motifs, blue handle wrap, and glossy black saya with silver floral details.
- Mounting: wood-wrapped handle, iron tsuba, alloy fittings, and a lacquered wood saya.
- Construction: hand-forged, quenched, annealed, and tempered.
Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
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| Blade material | Manganese steel |
| Blade treatment | Baked finish; hand polished |
| Handle | Wood core wrapped with cord |
| Saya | Lacquered wood saya |
| Fittings | Iron tsuba; alloy mounting |
| Construction | Hand-forged; quenched, annealed, and tempered |
Dimensions & Weight
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall length | 103 cm |
| Blade length | 73 cm |
| Handle length | 26.5 cm |
| Blade width | 3.2 cm |
| Blade thickness | 0.6 cm |
| Weight | 1,300 g |
| Weight without saya | 1,100 g |
Inkstorm KatanaSharpened
Sale price$189.00
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 |