Dargon King Autumn Leaf Katana

The ginkgo leaf carries a long history as a symbol of longevity and duality in Japanese culture, themes reflected throughout this katana's design. A blackened moon-shaped stainless steel tsuba is silhouetted with falling ginkgo leaves, while grasshopper and cricket menuki (handle ornaments) reference good fortune.

This Dragon King katana features a through-hardened 5160 carbon steel blade with a 1 1/2" kissaki, geometry suited for cutting practice on soft and semi-hard targets. The tan tsuka-ito (handle wrap) is double mekugi-pinned over a blackened fuchi and fuchi-kashira. The brown textured lacquered saya features a buffalo horn koiguchi and kurikata, finished with a black sageo.

Features:

• 5160 through-tempered forged carbon steel blade
• Autumn/ginkgo leaf themed fittings
• Buffalo horn koiguchi and kurikata on lacquered saya
• Overall Length: 43 1/4"
• Blade Length: 29 1/4"
• Handle Length: 12 1/4"
• Weight: 2 lb 8 oz
• Width at Guard: 32mm
• Width at Tip: 21.5mm
• Thickness at Guard: 7mm
• Thickness at Tip: 2mm
• Sori (curvature): 3/4"
• Blade Steel: 5160

Note: sageo (cord) wrap may differ slightly from product photos. Specifications may vary slightly piece to piece.