Twin Dragons Katana
The Twin Dragons Katana pairs a mirror-polished high-manganese steel blade with a black lacquered saya decorated with twin silver dragons around a central pearl motif. Antique-style copper fittings and a dark wrapped handle complete its restrained, graphic presentation.
Details
- Blade: high-manganese steel with hand mirror polishing.
- Appearance: a mirror-bright blade, black mounting, and silver dragon artwork on the saya give it a dark, graphic look.
- Mounting: wood-wrapped handle with a high-mountain hardwood oil-lacquered saya and thick sageo.
- Fittings: carved pure-copper fittings with an antique-style finish.
Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
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| Blade material | High-manganese steel |
| Blade treatment | Hand mirror polished |
| Handle | Wood core wrapped with cord |
| Saya | Hardwood oil-lacquered saya with thick sageo |
| Fittings | Antique carved pure copper |
| Construction | Hand-forged; quenched, annealed, and tempered |
Dimensions & Weight
| Measurement | Value |
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| Overall length | 100 cm |
| Blade length | 70 cm |
| Handle length | 26 cm |
| Blade width | 3.2 cm |
| Blade thickness | 0.75 cm |
| Weight | 1,300 g |
| Weight without saya | 1,100 g |
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 |