【Core Specifications】
Overall Length: 98 cm (≈38.6 inches); Tsuka (Handle) Length: 20 cm (≈7.9 inches); Blade Length: 72 cm (≈28.3 inches); Blade Width:3.2 cm (≈1.3 inches); Blade Thickness: 0.7 cm (≈0.3 inches);
Weight Without Saya: 1.1 kg (≈2.43 lbs); Weight With Saya: 1.4 kg (≈3.09 lbs);
【Premium Blade Forging Craft】
The blade is forged with brand self-smelt steel via difficult sanmai-gumi triple composite structure, fusing three layers steel for superior strength and flexibility than single-layer steel. Traditional clay tempering heat treatment creates natural continuous wave hamon line. Multi-step hand polishing delivers premium finish, reaching hardness of 60 HRC with perfect balance of hardness and toughness to resist chipping during long-term Iaido practice. Nakago engraved with master signature "Changwei Zuo" as authentic handmade mark with high collection scarcity. Equipped with wide removable integrated full tang for easy disassembly and daily blade maintenance.
【Saya, Fittings & Tsuka Details】
Horn Edged Genuine Ray Skin Lacquer Saya
Solid wood core wrapped with natural ray skin and coated with glossy black protective lacquer, reinforced by ox horn / black horn trim on both ends for wear and moisture resistance with classic premium texture, matched with black-white woven sageo cord for elegant layered look.
Gold & Silver Plated Relief Copper Fittings & Purple Cord Handle
Guard, ferrule and pommel are solid copper blanks deeply hand carved with vintage patterns, finished with two-tone gold & silver antique plating, fine relief details anti-tarnish for long-term storage. The tsuka is tightly wrapped with deep purple cotton cord with light diamond mekugi liner for non-slip smooth grip, low-key premium purple-black color matching creates strong vintage oriental aesthetic.
