The cherry blossom, sakura, is one of the most important symbols of Japanese culture. It symbolises pure beauty, new beginnings and transience. The tsuba with the elaborately designed golden cherry blossoms forms the central element of the John Lee Golden Flower Katana. It is based on an original model that was probably made by a master of his trade in the 18th century. Although the name of the creator has not been passed down to us, his work lives on in this marvellous, hand-forged sword.
- Blunted Damascus blade made from 12-fold folded 1045 carbon steel with over 8,000 layers.
- Shinogi-zukuri style blade with fuller (bo-hi) with integrated hamon line.
- Black cotton handle wrapping in the classic Hineri-Maki style.
- Black, high-gloss lacquered wooden scabbard (Kuroro style).
- With long tang, which is fixed in the grip with 2 bamboo pins (mekugi). The sword can therefore be fully dismantled.
- No plastic is used, only high-quality, authentic materials are used.
- The blade ferrule (habaki) and washers (seppa) are made of brass.
- The traditional handle winding is lined with genuine ray skin.
- All decorative rings (tsuba, fuchi, menuki, kashira) are made of metal.
- Supplied with a protective cloth cover and in an attractive collector's box.
- Each original John Lee sword comes with a seal and a certificate.
Please note: The John Lee Golden Flower Katana has a blunt edge (made dull).
Characteristics:
Blade steel: 1045 carbon steel (Damascus) | Handle material: wood / ray skin / cotton | Sheath: wood | Handle length: 30 cm | Blade length: 73.5 cm | Total length (without sheath): 104 cm | Weight (without sheath): 1050 g
