Red Crane Katana
The Red Crane Katana presents a hand-folded patterned-steel blade with a red crane-decorated saya. The blade carries clay tempering. The folded grain stays visible along the blade, while the red crane gives the saya a separate painted focal point.
General Specifications
| Specification | Value |
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| Product Type | Japanese-Style Katana |
| Blade Material | Hand-Folded Patterned Steel |
| Manufacturing | Hand Forged |
| Heat Treatment | Differentially Hardened by Clay Tempering |
| Polish | Basic Hand Polish |
| Hamon | Wavy Differential-Hardened Hamon |
| Bo-Hi | None |
| Edge | Sharpened |
| Tsuka | Solid Wood with Black Cord Wrap and White Textured Panels |
| Fittings | Pure Copper with an Antiqued Carved Finish |
| Saya | Deep Red Painted Hardwood with Crane and Grass Artwork |
| Sageo | Thick Black-and-White Cord |
| Included Items | Katana, Matching Saya, and Box |
Dimensions & Weight
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 100 cm / 39.4 in |
| Blade Length | 70 cm / 27.6 in |
| Tsuka Length | 26 cm / 10.2 in |
| Blade Width | 3.2 cm / 1.26 in |
| Blade Thickness | 0.75 cm / 0.30 in |
| Sword Weight | 1.08 kg / 2.38 lb (without saya) |
| Total Weight | 1.30 kg / 2.87 lb (with saya) |
Red Crane KatanaSharpened
Sale price$399.00
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 |