{"product_id":"katana-takanobu-9260-spring-steel-premium-mirror-polish-with-black-saya-ksa-jiang","title":"Katana Takanobu 9260 Spring Steel Premium Mirror Polish with Black Saya | KSA Jiang","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKSA “Jiang” Series Katana – Takanobu | Vacuum Heat-Treated 9260 Spring Steel Blade | Premium Mirror Polish | Full Tang | Authentic Kissaki Structure | Hand-Fitted Fittings | Genuine Rayskin | Black Ishime Saya | Tight-Fitted Tsuka Core | Martial Arts Practice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"739\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"306\"\u003eTakanobu\u003c\/strong\u003e is named in honour of \u003cstrong data-start=\"329\" data-end=\"368\"\u003eRyūzōji Takanobu (龍造寺隆信, 1529–1584)\u003c\/strong\u003e, the formidable Sengoku-period daimyō of Hizen Province. Renowned for his military strength and rapid expansion across northern Kyushu, he transformed the Ryūzōji clan into one of the region’s dominant powers and became widely known as the \u003cstrong data-start=\"609\" data-end=\"629\"\u003e“Bear of Hizen.”\u003c\/strong\u003e This katana bears his name as a tribute to his resilience, commanding presence, and relentless determination.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"741\" data-end=\"1222\"\u003eThe blade is crafted from \u003cstrong data-start=\"767\" data-end=\"788\"\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 provides consistent mechanical performance while minimising surface oxidation and decarburisation. Its full-tang construction further enhances structural reliability, making Takanobu a dependable choice for martial arts practice and practical cutting applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1224\" data-end=\"1597\"\u003eFinished with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1265\"\u003ePremium Mirror Polish\u003c\/strong\u003e, the blade presents a smooth and highly reflective surface that highlights its clean lines and precise geometry. The point is formed with an \u003cstrong data-start=\"1407\" data-end=\"1438\"\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=\"1599\" data-end=\"1958\"\u003eThe koshirae is centred around an aged-brass \u003cstrong data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1663\"\u003eKiku-gata tsuba\u003c\/strong\u003e decorated with a dragon motif. The radiating chrysanthemum-shaped form creates a bold and balanced visual composition, while the sculpted dragon symbolises strength, authority, and rising ambition—qualities closely associated with Ryūzōji Takanobu’s powerful presence during the Sengoku period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1960\" data-end=\"2262\"\u003eThe fuchi and kashira are crafted from \u003cstrong data-start=\"1999\" data-end=\"2027\"\u003ewhite copper cupronickel\u003c\/strong\u003e and decorated with the traditional \u003cstrong data-start=\"2063\" data-end=\"2088\"\u003eSeigaiha wave pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e. The repeating waves represent continuity, resilience, and enduring strength, complementing the toughness and flexibility of the vacuum heat-treated 9260 spring-steel blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2264\" data-end=\"2688\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThe tsuka is tightly wrapped in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2296\" data-end=\"2316\"\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=\"2471\" data-end=\"2492\"\u003eBlack Ishime saya\u003c\/strong\u003e, whose refined stone-textured surface offers understated elegance while helping conceal minor handling marks. A matching black sageo completes the restrained and dignified appearance of Takanobu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2264\" data-end=\"2688\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eSwords holder or stand sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSword Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"height: 452.244px;\" width=\"579\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" border=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1826px;\" data-end=\"384\" data-start=\"280\" height=\"20\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 232.317px; height: 39.1826px;\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"305\" data-start=\"280\" width=\"242\" class=\"xl66\" height=\"20\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 323.022px; height: 39.1826px;\" data-end=\"384\" data-start=\"305\" data-col-size=\"lg\" width=\"337\" class=\"xl65\"\u003eHand-forged Maru Blade, Premium Mirror Polish,  Authentic Kissaki Structure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.9957px;\" data-end=\"489\" data-start=\"385\" height=\"20\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 232.317px; 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height: 19.9957px;\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"1414\" data-start=\"1389\" class=\"xl66\" height=\"20\"\u003eTang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 323.022px; height: 19.9957px;\" data-end=\"1493\" data-start=\"1414\" data-col-size=\"lg\" width=\"337\" class=\"xl65\"\u003eFull Tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.9957px;\" data-end=\"1601\" data-start=\"1494\" height=\"20\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 232.317px; height: 19.9957px;\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"1519\" data-start=\"1494\" class=\"xl66\" height=\"20\"\u003eTsuka (Handle)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 323.022px; height: 19.9957px;\" data-end=\"1601\" data-start=\"1519\" data-col-size=\"lg\" width=\"337\" class=\"xl65\"\u003eHardwood, genuine rayskin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.9957px;\" data-end=\"1706\" data-start=\"1602\" height=\"20\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 232.317px; height: 19.9957px;\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"1627\" data-start=\"1602\" class=\"xl66\" height=\"20\"\u003eSaya (Scabbard)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 323.022px; 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