Katana Ten Ryu Take No Tsuru Bohi: classic style elegance.

Clearly with this base price level katana of great quality, the Ten Ryu forge is entering the big leagues.

Fully functional hand forged 1045* carbon steel blade with Bohi (blood line).

Sharp blade and forged using the Japanese Maru technique giving HRC 55 hardness with an authentic hamon (quench line) formed using an ancient clay method via heat treatment technique.

The tsuka (handle) is wrapped in lustrous brown Japanese silk over authentic ray skin, and the kashira (metal tip of the tsuka) is engraved with a Japanese heron motif.

The saya (sheath) is black lacquered with real mother-of-pearl bamboo (Take) scene inlay on both edges.

In addition, the koijiri (end of the saya) and the koiguchi (entrance to the saya) are made of mother-of-pearl for added elegance and solidity.

The finely crafted brass tsuba (guard) depicts a Japanese waterscape

on which the tsuru (heron) of the kashira stands out in its poetic flight.

Comes with a black cotton storage bag and a luxury care kit.

Definitely high quality for a functional entry-level katana.

Specifications

Katana weight: 1.43 kg / 2 pounds 5 ounces
Blade to habaki (collar): 27 inches
Tsuka: 10 3/4 inches
Total length: 39 1/8 inches
Steel: Hand forged 1045 carbon.

Proudly forged in China by Ten Ryu Forge. 

Maintenance: After use, rub the blade with a small amount of oil to protect the steel against rust. 

USE: For collection, kata and low density cutting target: if the target is too dense or the technique is not optimal, the blade may crook.

*NOTE on blade steel.

1045 carbon steel provides a balance of strength and resilience. It is considered a good option for sabers, especially those not intended for heavy use or combat. It is a medium carbon steel with a carbon content of approximately 0.45%. Here are some of the characteristics that make 1045 carbon steel suitable for katanas.

Robustness: 1045 is known for its resilience, which is an important characteristic for blades able to withstand impacts without fracturing, but if target too dense or sub-optimal technique blade can crack. 

Ease of Sharpening: Although not as hard as higher carbon steels, 1045 can be sharpened to a sufficient sharpness for many cutting tasks.