The blade is forged, hammered and folded 'Pattern Welded Steel'. Commonly known as 'Damascus Steel' as the final product is very similar to the steel mined from the Damascus mines of a bygone era.

Our artisan smiths are very talented indeed. With specialized blade smithing techniques, using their vast experience and knowledge they have combined special elements with the various layers of damascus steel. Upon the final blade treatment, the steel grain rather than finishing to different shades of grey, turns different shades of blacks, oranges, & reds. A sight to behold!

KEY FEATURES Fully sharpened blade, forged by artisan smiths. Combination carbon steel, colored blade. Featuring "Bo-Hi" commonly known as "Blood Groove". Traditional handguard in "sunburst" design. Handle fittings in minimalist design. Timber handle with genuine stingray skin. With dragon "menuki" handle ornaments. Solid wood sheath finished in high gloss, deep red lacquer. Can be Dissembled & Assembled.

*These blades are handmade. Color (darker/ lighter) and grain pattern vary in each.

DIMENSIONS Sheathed length - 1050mm Drawn length - 1010mm Blade with Habaki – 730mm Handle with Guard – 290mm Sheathed weight - 1200g Drawn weight - 1000g POB (From Hand Guard) - 155mm

MATERIALS Blade – Coloured Damascus Steel Construction – Mono Tempered Hamon – Nil Tang – Full Double Pegged Koshirae, Tsuba & Saya: Tsuba – Alloy Fuchi & Kashira - Alloy Menuki - Brass Tsuka-ito - Faux silk Tuska – Timber with real Rayskin Saya – Wood, High-gloss red lacquer

Includes black cotton sword bag.

Stands sold separately.

Bonsai not included.

As this is a handmade product, individual specifications may vary.

30 Day Return Policy PICK UP & VIEW our Central Auckland armory Superior Swords – NZ’s BEST SWORD SHOP! 4.9 Google rating! All products NZ STOCK 100% Kiwi owned and operated