{"product_id":"katana-nagamasa-folded-steel-clay-tempered-blade-with-sanbonsugi-hamon-ksa-jiang","title":"Katana Nagamasa Folded Steel Clay Tempered Blade with Sanbonsugi Hamon | KSA Jiang","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKSA “Jiang” Series Katana – Nagamasa | Folded Steel (Damascus) Clay Tempered Blade | Sanbonsugi Hamon | Sashikomi Polish | Gloss Black Lacquer Saya | Genuine Rayskin | Authentic Kissaki Structure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"611\" data-start=\"142\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"154\" data-start=\"142\"\u003eNagamasa\u003c\/strong\u003e katana is named in honor of \u003cstrong data-end=\"205\" data-start=\"176\"\u003eAzai Nagamasa (1545–1573)\u003c\/strong\u003e, the renowned daimyō of Ōmi Province during Japan's Sengoku period. Celebrated for his courage, loyalty, and unwavering sense of honor, Nagamasa remained steadfast to his principles even in the face of overwhelming adversity. His legacy continues to embody the ideals of the samurai, making his name a fitting tribute to a katana that reflects traditional craftsmanship, resilience, and timeless elegance.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1300\" data-start=\"613\"\u003eForged from \u003cstrong data-end=\"641\" data-start=\"625\"\u003efolded steel\u003c\/strong\u003e using classical techniques, the blade reveals a refined forged grain created through repeated folding and forge welding. Through traditional clay tempering, it develops a distinctive \u003cstrong data-end=\"845\" data-start=\"825\"\u003eSanbonsugi hamon\u003c\/strong\u003e—the iconic three-peaked temper line of the Mino tradition, admired for its crisp rhythm and dynamic appearance. Finished in an authentic \u003cstrong data-end=\"1003\" data-start=\"983\"\u003esashikomi polish\u003c\/strong\u003e, the blade naturally showcases both the flowing hada and the genuine hamon while preserving the classical beauty of Japanese sword polishing. Combined with a traditional full-tang construction and authentic kissaki geometry, \u003cstrong data-end=\"1241\" data-start=\"1229\"\u003eNagamasa\u003c\/strong\u003e offers both refined aesthetics and dependable performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1771\" data-start=\"1302\"\u003eThe koshirae is centered around a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1357\" data-start=\"1336\"\u003eround brass tsuba\u003c\/strong\u003e intricately carved with a dramatic \u003cstrong data-end=\"1423\" data-start=\"1393\"\u003edragon-and-tiger landscape\u003c\/strong\u003e. Symbolizing the balance of heavenly wisdom and earthly strength, the dragon and tiger represent courage, authority, and unwavering determination. The \u003cstrong data-end=\"1584\" data-start=\"1575\"\u003efuchi\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-end=\"1600\" data-start=\"1589\"\u003ekashira\u003c\/strong\u003e, crafted from \u003cstrong data-end=\"1645\" data-start=\"1615\"\u003ewhite copper (cupronickel)\u003c\/strong\u003e, feature the traditional \u003cstrong data-end=\"1683\" data-start=\"1671\"\u003eSeigaiha\u003c\/strong\u003e pattern, whose layered ocean waves symbolize peace, resilience, and an enduring future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2206\" data-start=\"1773\"\u003eThe tsuka is wrapped in \u003cstrong data-end=\"1817\" data-start=\"1797\"\u003eblack cotton ito\u003c\/strong\u003e over \u003cstrong data-end=\"1849\" data-start=\"1823\"\u003egenuine white samegawa\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a timeless black-and-white contrast while providing a secure and comfortable grip. The saya is finished in a deep \u003cstrong data-end=\"1997\" data-start=\"1974\"\u003eGloss Black Lacquer\u003c\/strong\u003e, whose smooth mirror-like surface complements the polished fittings with understated elegance. A matching \u003cstrong data-end=\"2119\" data-start=\"2104\"\u003eblack sageo\u003c\/strong\u003e completes the koshirae, reinforcing the sword's disciplined and harmonious appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2103\" data-start=\"1846\"\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: 452.3px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"280\" data-end=\"384\" style=\"height: 39.2016px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" width=\"242\" data-start=\"280\" data-end=\"305\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 39.2016px;\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"305\" data-end=\"384\" style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 39.2016px;\"\u003eHand-forged Folded Steel, Polished Edge, Genuine rayskin, Authentic Kissaki Structure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"385\" data-end=\"489\" style=\"height: 19.9921px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"385\" data-end=\"410\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"410\" data-end=\"489\" style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eApprox. 101 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"490\" data-end=\"593\" style=\"height: 19.9921px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"490\" data-end=\"518\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eBlade Length (Nagasa)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"518\" data-end=\"593\" style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eApprox. 71 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"594\" data-end=\"697\" style=\"height: 19.9921px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"594\" data-end=\"622\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"622\" data-end=\"697\" style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eApprox. 25 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"801\" style=\"height: 19.9921px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"726\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 19.9921px;\"\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: 324.451px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003e3.2 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"802\" data-end=\"906\" style=\"height: 19.9921px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"802\" data-end=\"827\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eBlade Thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"827\" data-end=\"906\" style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003e7 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"907\" data-end=\"1011\" style=\"height: 19.9921px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"907\" data-end=\"932\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"932\" data-end=\"1011\" style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eFolded Steel (Performance Grade)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"1012\" data-end=\"1131\" style=\"height: 19.9921px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"1012\" data-end=\"1037\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eHeat Treatment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"1037\" data-end=\"1131\" style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClay-Tempered\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"1132\" data-end=\"1236\" style=\"height: 19.9921px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"1132\" data-end=\"1157\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eBlade Shape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"1157\" data-end=\"1236\" style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eCurved, single-edged blade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6008px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 19.6008px;\"\u003eHi (Groove)  \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 19.6008px;\"\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: 19.9921px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1262\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eSharpness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"1262\" data-end=\"1388\" style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 19.9921px;\"\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: 19.9921px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"1389\" data-end=\"1414\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eTang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1493\" style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eFull Tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1601\" style=\"height: 19.9921px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1519\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eTsuka (Handle)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1601\" style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eHardwood, genuine rayskin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"1602\" data-end=\"1706\" style=\"height: 19.9921px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"1602\" data-end=\"1627\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eSaya (Scabbard)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"1627\" data-end=\"1706\" style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eHardwood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1811\" style=\"height: 19.9921px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1732\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eFittings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"1732\" data-end=\"1811\" style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eIron \u0026amp; Copper Fittings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6008px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 19.6008px;\"\u003eTsuka-Ito  \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 19.6008px;\"\u003eCotton\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6008px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 19.6008px;\"\u003eSageo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 19.6008px;\"\u003eRayon \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6008px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 19.6008px;\"\u003eWeight (without saya)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 19.6008px;\"\u003eApprox. 950 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"60\" data-start=\"1916\" data-end=\"2038\" style=\"height: 74.7984px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"60\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"1916\" data-end=\"1941\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 74.7984px;\"\u003ePurpose\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-start=\"1941\" data-end=\"2038\" data-col-size=\"lg\" style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 74.7984px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for test cutting (Tameshigiri) and general martial arts training. We can provide an unsharpened blade upon request\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\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\/201_JGG070-01.jpg?v=1783331219\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/5587\/4475\/files\/IMG_6986.jpg?v=1766839320\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/5587\/4475\/files\/Saya_core.jpg?v=1782820794\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/5587\/4475\/files\/IMG_6979.jpg?v=1766839321\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/5587\/4475\/files\/IMG_6973.jpg?v=1766839320\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/5587\/4475\/files\/IMG_7004.jpg?v=1766839321\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/5587\/4475\/files\/IMG_6995.jpg?v=1766839320\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/5587\/4475\/files\/IMG_6999.jpg?v=1766839320\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/5587\/4475\/files\/IMG_6975.jpg?v=1766839322\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/5587\/4475\/files\/IMG_6997.jpg?v=1766839321\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/5587\/4475\/files\/IMG_6996.jpg?v=1766839320\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/5587\/4475\/files\/IMG_6981.jpg?v=1766839320\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/5587\/4475\/files\/IMG_7006.jpg?v=1766839325\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/5587\/4475\/files\/IMG_6988.jpg?v=1766839323\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/5587\/4475\/files\/IMG_6994.jpg?v=1766839320\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KSA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47353682002091,"sku":"PERJGG070KSA201","price":499.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/5587\/4475\/files\/201JGG070.png?v=1783330729","url":"https:\/\/www.katanaswordart.com.au\/products\/katana-nagamasa-folded-steel-clay-tempered-blade-with-sanbonsugi-hamon-ksa-jiang","provider":"KatanaSwordArt","version":"1.0","type":"link"}