Handmade Sword
Empire Wheel Katana β 1080 High Carbon Steel, Long Handle, Hand Forged, Full Tang, Battle Ready
SKU: 930
$439.99
$539.99
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Battle Ready
Hand Forged
Ships from USA
30-Day Satisfaction
Blade1080 Carbon
ProcessOil Quenched
TangFull Tang
EdgeSharp
Age Restriction: You must be 18 years or older to purchase this item. By placing an order, you confirm that you are at least 18 years of age. Please check your local laws regarding sword ownership before ordering.
Empire Wheel fittings and the long-handle profile shape this 1080 carbon steel Katana, giving buyers a distinct proportion within the traditional sword group.
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Product Specifications
| Steel / Material | 1080 High Carbon Steel |
| Hardness | 58β60 HRC (edge) / ~54 HRC (spine) |
| Process | Hand Forged, Oil Quench Hardened |
| Hamon | Uniform hardness throughout β no visible hamon (oil quench process) |
| Hi (Blood Groove) | Hi (blood groove) on each side |
| Edge | Hand Sharpened β Sharp and functional |
| Blade Length | 28.5" |
| Handle Length | 14.5" |
| Overall Length | 42.5" (with Saya) |
| Weight | 2.15 lbs (without Saya) / 2.7 lbs (with Saya) |
| Tsuba (Guard) | Empire Wheel tsuba |
| Tsuka (Handle) | Genuine Rayskin, Japanese Cotton Ito, Metal Menuki |
| Tang | Full tang engraved with smith's signature (kanji characters) and unique number |
| Saya (Scabbard) | Black piano lacquered wood with Japanese cotton Sageo |
| Disassembly | Can be fully taken apart and reassembled |
| Quality Control | Individually inspected before shipping β California warehouse |
Package Contents
- β 1Γ Assembled Sword with Saya
- β 1Γ Cotton Sword Carrying Bag
- β Double-layer protective packaging (tube box + shipping box)
- β 1Γ Certificate of Authenticity
Note: Display stand shown in some product images is not included.
β 30-day hassle-free returns: return in original unused condition with all original packaging for a full refund or exchange.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the first comparison point?
The Empire Wheel fittings and black saya establish the visual identity, while the long-handle profile changes the proportion compared with standard Katana pages.
How does this differ from standard Katana listings?
The longer handle gives the page a different profile cue, so the product can be compared by proportion rather than treated like a generic 1045 carbon steel Katana.
Why mention 1080 carbon steel?
The 1080 carbon steel detail helps distinguish this SKU from nearby 1045 carbon steel models without adding unsupported performance comparisons.
What comparison is most useful here?
Compare fittings, saya color, material grade, and handle proportion rather than repeating broad sword claims that do not identify this exact SKU.
What wording stays safest here?
Use confirmed product facts: Empire Wheel fittings, black saya, long-handle proportion, and 1080 carbon steel, without adding unverified authenticity or test claims.
Contact Us
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