{"product_id":"katana-kanetsugu-t10-clay-tempered-blade-with-notare-hamon-ksa-jiang","title":"Katana Kanetsugu T10 Clay Tempered Blade with Notare Hamon | KSA Jiang","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKSA “Jiang” Series Katana – Kanetsugu | Hand-Forged T10 High Carbon Blade | Clay Tempered with Real Hamon | Full Tang | Sashikomi Polish | Hand-Fitted Fittings | Genuine Rayskin | Authentic Kissaki Geometry | Gloss Black Lacquer Saya | Tight-Fitted Tsuka Core | Cutting Practice Ready\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"461\" data-start=\"12\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"25\" data-start=\"12\"\u003eKanetsugu\u003c\/strong\u003e katana is named in honor of \u003cstrong data-end=\"77\" data-start=\"47\"\u003eNaoe Kanetsugu (1560–1619)\u003c\/strong\u003e, the legendary chief retainer of the Uesugi clan during Japan's Sengoku period. Revered for his wisdom, unwavering loyalty, and strong sense of justice, Kanetsugu became one of the most respected statesmen and military strategists of his era. Bearing his name, this katana pays tribute to his legacy through a design that embodies discipline, refinement, and enduring samurai spirit.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"981\" data-start=\"463\"\u003eForged from \u003cstrong data-end=\"500\" data-start=\"475\"\u003eT10 high-carbon steel\u003c\/strong\u003e in traditional \u003cstrong data-end=\"531\" data-start=\"516\"\u003eMaru-zukuri\u003c\/strong\u003e construction, the blade offers excellent resilience and dependable cutting performance. Through traditional clay tempering, it develops a graceful \u003cstrong data-end=\"695\" data-start=\"679\"\u003eNotare hamon\u003c\/strong\u003e, whose gently undulating temper line flows naturally along the edge with quiet elegance. Finished in an authentic \u003cstrong data-end=\"830\" data-start=\"810\"\u003esashikomi polish\u003c\/strong\u003e, the blade faithfully preserves the natural beauty of the hardened edge while revealing the genuine hamon with subtle depth and traditional character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1418\" data-start=\"983\"\u003eThe koshirae is centered around a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1043\" data-start=\"1017\"\u003eMokkō-gata brass tsuba\u003c\/strong\u003e intricately decorated with layered \u003cstrong data-end=\"1098\" data-start=\"1079\"\u003efloral carvings\u003c\/strong\u003e. The \u003cstrong data-end=\"1113\" data-start=\"1104\"\u003efuchi\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-end=\"1129\" data-start=\"1118\"\u003ekashira\u003c\/strong\u003e, crafted from \u003cstrong data-end=\"1174\" data-start=\"1144\"\u003ewhite copper (cupronickel)\u003c\/strong\u003e, feature finely engraved \u003cstrong data-end=\"1212\" data-start=\"1200\"\u003eKarakusa\u003c\/strong\u003e scrollwork, a traditional motif symbolizing continuity, prosperity, and enduring craftsmanship. A polished \u003cstrong data-end=\"1336\" data-start=\"1320\"\u003ebrass habaki\u003c\/strong\u003e completes the mounting, harmonizing beautifully with the warm tones of the tsuba.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1847\" data-start=\"1420\"\u003eThe tsuka is wrapped in \u003cstrong data-end=\"1469\" data-start=\"1444\"\u003edeep brown cotton ito\u003c\/strong\u003e over \u003cstrong data-end=\"1501\" data-start=\"1475\"\u003egenuine black samegawa\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a refined contrast while providing a secure and comfortable grip. The saya is finished in a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1627\" data-start=\"1604\"\u003eGloss Black Lacquer\u003c\/strong\u003e, whose smooth mirror-like surface complements the warm earth tones of the tsuka with understated elegance. A matching \u003cstrong data-end=\"1766\" data-start=\"1746\"\u003edeep brown sageo\u003c\/strong\u003e completes the koshirae, reinforcing the sword's balanced and timeless aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1846\" data-end=\"2103\"\u003eSwords holder or stand sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSword Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"height: 452.3px;\" width=\"579\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" border=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.2016px;\" data-end=\"384\" data-start=\"280\" height=\"20\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 39.2016px;\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"305\" data-start=\"280\" width=\"242\" class=\"xl66\" height=\"20\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 39.2016px;\" data-end=\"384\" data-start=\"305\" data-col-size=\"lg\" width=\"337\" class=\"xl65\"\u003eHand-forged Maru (mono-steel), Polished Edge, Genuine rayskin, Authentic Kissaki Structure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.9921px;\" data-end=\"489\" data-start=\"385\" height=\"20\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 19.9921px;\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"410\" data-start=\"385\" class=\"xl66\" height=\"20\"\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 19.9921px;\" data-end=\"489\" data-start=\"410\" data-col-size=\"lg\" width=\"337\" class=\"xl65\"\u003eApprox. 101 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.9921px;\" data-end=\"593\" data-start=\"490\" height=\"20\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 19.9921px;\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"518\" data-start=\"490\" class=\"xl66\" height=\"20\"\u003eBlade Length (Nagasa)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 19.9921px;\" data-end=\"593\" data-start=\"518\" data-col-size=\"lg\" width=\"337\" class=\"xl65\"\u003eApprox. 71 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.9921px;\" data-end=\"697\" data-start=\"594\" height=\"20\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 19.9921px;\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"622\" data-start=\"594\" class=\"xl66\" height=\"20\"\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 324.451px; 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