{"product_id":"katana-dosetsu-9260-spring-steel-premium-mirror-polish-with-red-saya-ksa-jiang","title":"Katana Dōsetsu 9260 Spring Steel Premium Mirror Polish with Red Saya | KSA Jiang","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKSA “Jiang” Series Katana – Dōsetsu | Vacuum Heat-Treated 9260 Spring Steel Blade | Premium Mirror Polish | Full Tang | Authentic Kissaki Structure | Hand-Fitted Fittings | Genuine Rayskin | Red Ishime Saya | Tight-Fitted Tsuka Core | Martial Arts Practice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"297\" data-end=\"917\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"297\" data-end=\"308\"\u003eDōsetsu\u003c\/strong\u003e is named in honour of \u003cstrong data-start=\"331\" data-end=\"370\"\u003eTachibana Dōsetsu (立花道雪, 1513–1585)\u003c\/strong\u003e, the renowned Sengoku-period warrior and commander who served the Ōtomo clan. Remembered for his formidable courage, military discipline, and unwavering loyalty, Dōsetsu became one of Kyushu’s most respected samurai leaders. He is also closely associated with the legendary sword \u003cstrong data-start=\"651\" data-end=\"662\"\u003eRaikiri\u003c\/strong\u003e, or “Lightning Cutter,” reinforcing his enduring image as a warrior of extraordinary strength and resolve. This katana bears his name as a tribute to his fearless spirit, steadfast character, and commanding presence. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"919\" data-end=\"1421\"\u003eThe blade is crafted from \u003cstrong data-start=\"945\" data-end=\"966\"\u003e9260 spring steel\u003c\/strong\u003e and professionally vacuum heat-treated to achieve an excellent balance of toughness, flexibility, and impact resistance. The carefully controlled heat-treatment process promotes consistent mechanical performance while minimising surface oxidation and decarburisation. Combined with its full-tang construction, the resilient spring-steel blade gives Dōsetsu the structural reliability required for martial arts practice and practical cutting applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1793\"\u003eFinished with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1439\" data-end=\"1464\"\u003ePremium Mirror Polish\u003c\/strong\u003e, the blade presents a smooth, highly reflective surface that highlights its clean lines and precise geometry. The point is formed with an \u003cstrong data-start=\"1603\" data-end=\"1634\"\u003eauthentic kissaki structure\u003c\/strong\u003e, rather than a simplified cosmetic tip, creating a clearly defined transition into the kissaki and giving the blade a more traditional Japanese sword profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1795\" data-end=\"2200\"\u003eThe koshirae is centred around a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1854\"\u003eMokkō-gata brass tsuba\u003c\/strong\u003e adorned with blooming sakura motifs. Its elegant four-lobed form provides a balanced and traditional silhouette, while the sculpted cherry blossoms represent beauty, renewal, and the fleeting nature of life. Their delicate appearance creates a refined contrast with the strength and resilience of the vacuum heat-treated 9260 spring-steel blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2202\" data-end=\"2531\"\u003eThe fuchi and kashira are crafted from \u003cstrong data-start=\"2241\" data-end=\"2269\"\u003ewhite copper cupronickel\u003c\/strong\u003e and feature the traditional \u003cstrong data-start=\"2298\" data-end=\"2322\"\u003eSakura Ishime design\u003c\/strong\u003e. The finely textured stone-like surface is accented with cherry blossom details, bringing depth and understated elegance to the mounting while maintaining a cohesive visual relationship with the floral tsuba.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2533\" data-end=\"3041\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThe tsuka is tightly wrapped in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2565\" data-end=\"2585\"\u003eblack cotton ito\u003c\/strong\u003e over genuine white samegawa, creating a timeless black-and-white contrast while providing a secure and comfortable grip. The mounting is completed with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2740\" data-end=\"2759\"\u003eRed Ishime saya\u003c\/strong\u003e, whose refined stone-textured lacquer adds warmth and visual intensity while helping conceal minor handling marks. A matching black sageo completes the composition, giving Dōsetsu a dignified appearance that balances martial strength with the graceful symbolism of blooming sakura.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"2688\" data-start=\"2264\"\u003eSwords holder or stand sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSword Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" width=\"579\" style=\"height: 452.244px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"280\" data-end=\"384\" style=\"height: 39.1826px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" width=\"242\" data-start=\"280\" data-end=\"305\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.317px; height: 39.1826px;\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"305\" data-end=\"384\" style=\"width: 323.022px; height: 39.1826px;\"\u003eHand-forged Maru Blade, Premium Mirror Polish,  Authentic Kissaki Structure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"385\" data-end=\"489\" style=\"height: 19.9957px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"385\" data-end=\"410\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.317px; height: 19.9957px;\"\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"410\" data-end=\"489\" style=\"width: 323.022px; height: 19.9957px;\"\u003eApprox. 101 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"490\" data-end=\"593\" style=\"height: 19.9957px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"490\" data-end=\"518\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.317px; height: 19.9957px;\"\u003eBlade Length (Nagasa)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"518\" data-end=\"593\" style=\"width: 323.022px; height: 19.9957px;\"\u003eApprox. 71 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"594\" data-end=\"697\" style=\"height: 19.9957px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"594\" data-end=\"622\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.317px; height: 19.9957px;\"\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"622\" data-end=\"697\" style=\"width: 323.022px; height: 19.9957px;\"\u003eApprox. 25 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"801\" style=\"height: 19.9957px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"726\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.317px; height: 19.9957px;\"\u003eBlade Width at Habaki\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"801\" style=\"width: 323.022px; height: 19.9957px;\"\u003eApprox. 3.2 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"802\" data-end=\"906\" style=\"height: 19.9957px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"802\" data-end=\"827\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.317px; height: 19.9957px;\"\u003eBlade Thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"827\" data-end=\"906\" style=\"width: 323.022px; height: 19.9957px;\"\u003eApprox. 6.5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"907\" data-end=\"1011\" style=\"height: 19.9957px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"907\" data-end=\"932\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.317px; height: 19.9957px;\"\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"932\" data-end=\"1011\" style=\"width: 323.022px; height: 19.9957px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eForged Spring \u003c\/span\u003eSteel (Performance Grade)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"1012\" data-end=\"1131\" style=\"height: 19.9957px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"1012\" data-end=\"1037\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.317px; height: 19.9957px;\"\u003eHeat Treatment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"1037\" data-end=\"1131\" style=\"width: 323.022px; height: 19.9957px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVacuum Heat-Treated\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"1132\" data-end=\"1236\" style=\"height: 19.9957px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"1132\" data-end=\"1157\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.317px; height: 19.9957px;\"\u003eBlade Shape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"1157\" data-end=\"1236\" style=\"width: 323.022px; height: 19.9957px;\"\u003eCurved, single-edged blade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5913px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 232.317px; height: 19.5913px;\"\u003eHi (Groove)  \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 323.022px; height: 19.5913px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo groove\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1388\" style=\"height: 19.9957px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1262\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.317px; height: 19.9957px;\"\u003eSharpness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"1262\" data-end=\"1388\" style=\"width: 323.022px; height: 19.9957px;\"\u003eFully sharpened\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"1389\" data-end=\"1493\" style=\"height: 19.9957px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"1389\" data-end=\"1414\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.317px; height: 19.9957px;\"\u003eTang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1493\" style=\"width: 323.022px; height: 19.9957px;\"\u003eFull Tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1601\" style=\"height: 19.9957px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1519\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.317px; height: 19.9957px;\"\u003eTsuka (Handle)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1601\" style=\"width: 323.022px; height: 19.9957px;\"\u003eHardwood, genuine rayskin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"1602\" data-end=\"1706\" style=\"height: 19.9957px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"1602\" data-end=\"1627\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.317px; height: 19.9957px;\"\u003eSaya (Scabbard)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"1627\" data-end=\"1706\" style=\"width: 323.022px; height: 19.9957px;\"\u003eHardwood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1811\" style=\"height: 19.9957px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1732\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.317px; height: 19.9957px;\"\u003eFittings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"1732\" data-end=\"1811\" style=\"width: 323.022px; height: 19.9957px;\"\u003eCopper Fittings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5913px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 232.317px; height: 19.5913px;\"\u003eTsuka-Ito  \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 323.022px; height: 19.5913px;\"\u003eCotton\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5913px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 232.317px; height: 19.5913px;\"\u003eSageo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 323.022px; height: 19.5913px;\"\u003eRayon \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5913px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 232.317px; height: 19.5913px;\"\u003eWeight (without saya)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 323.022px; height: 19.5913px;\"\u003eApprox. 900 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"60\" data-start=\"1916\" data-end=\"2038\" style=\"height: 74.7522px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"60\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"1916\" data-end=\"1941\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.317px; height: 74.7522px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePurpose\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-start=\"1941\" data-end=\"2038\" data-col-size=\"lg\" style=\"width: 323.022px; height: 74.7522px;\"\u003eSuitable for test cutting (Tameshigiri) and general martial arts training. We can provide an unsharpened blade upon request\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/5587\/4475\/files\/224_JGG093-1.jpg?v=1785227922\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/5587\/4475\/files\/IMG_4432.jpg?v=1761431838\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/5587\/4475\/files\/wooden_core.png?v=1765409692\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/5587\/4475\/files\/Saya_core.jpg?v=1782820794\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/5587\/4475\/files\/IMG_4451.jpg?v=1761431837\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/5587\/4475\/files\/IMG_4463.jpg?v=1761431838\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/5587\/4475\/files\/IMG_4459.jpg?v=1761431838\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/5587\/4475\/files\/IMG_4469.jpg?v=1761431837\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KSA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47514356089003,"sku":"PERJGG093KSA224","price":398.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/5587\/4475\/files\/katana-dosetsu-9260-spring-steel-premium-mirror-polish-with-red-saya-ksa-jiang-ksa-2026-australia-9776791.png?v=1785230357","url":"https:\/\/www.katanaswordart.com.au\/products\/katana-dosetsu-9260-spring-steel-premium-mirror-polish-with-red-saya-ksa-jiang","provider":"KatanaSwordArt","version":"1.0","type":"link"}