Handmade Sword
Root Claw Katana β 1095 High Carbon Steel, Clay Tempered, Hand Forged, Full Tang, Battle Ready
SKU: 306
$439.99
$499.99
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Battle Ready
Hand Forged
Ships from USA
30-Day Satisfaction
Blade1095 Carbon
ProcessClay Tempered
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.
Root Claw fittings give this 1095 high carbon steel Katana a more angular organic motif than the circular Empire Wheel or Wave Ring pages, with a darker restrained saya backdrop.
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Product Specifications
| Steel / Material | 1095 High Carbon Steel |
| Hardness | 60β62 HRC (edge) / 42β48 HRC (spine) |
| Process | Hand Forged, Clay Tempered |
| Hamon | tempered on |
| Hi (Blood Groove) | Hi (blood groove) on each side |
| Edge | Hand Sharpened β Sharp and functional |
| Blade Length | 28.3" |
| Handle Length | 10.8" |
| Overall Length | 42.5" (with Saya) |
| Weight | 2 lb 8 oz (without Saya) / 3 lb 3 oz (with Saya) |
| Tsuba (Guard) | Root Claw tsuba β inward-curving talon/root hook cutouts radiating from center |
| Tsuka (Handle) | Genuine Rayskin, Japanese Cotton Ito, Metal Menuki |
| Tang | Full tang engraved with black smith's signature & unique number |
| Saya (Scabbard) | Black lacquered wood with black 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 Certificate of Authenticity
- β 1Γ Cotton Sword Carrying Bag
- β Double-layer protective packaging (tube box + shipping box)
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 makes Root Claw visually different?
The fittings suggest a more angular organic theme, giving buyers a stronger contrast against floral, wave, wheel, or cloud motifs in the premium Katana group.
How does the black lacquered saya fit the page?
The black lacquered saya keeps the background quiet and lets the Root Claw tsuba theme provide the main product signal.
Where does 1095 high carbon steel help?
It places the SKU inside the premium 1095 Katana group while the Root Claw motif handles the product-specific distinction.
What nearby comparison is useful?
Compare it with Spoked Bloom, Wave Ring, and Whirling Cloud if the decision is based on visual theme rather than only material.
What wording keeps it grounded?
Use Root Claw fittings, black lacquered saya, 1095 high carbon steel, clay-tempered context, full Katana profile, and comparison against nearby motif-led pages.
Contact Us
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