SPECIFICATIONS
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| Blade color |
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| Material |
Clay-Tempered 1095 High Carbon Steel |
| Guard (Tsuba 鍔) |
Bronze |
| Scabbard (Saya 鞘) |
Solid Wood |
| Handle (Tsuka 柄) |
Imiation Rayskin Over Solid Wood |
| Menuki |
Bronze |
DIMENSIONS
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| Length with scabbard |
39.34 in (100 cm) |
| Length of the blade |
27.95 in (71 cm) |
| Length of the handle |
11.4 in (29 cm) |
"The strike of a dragon's flame, swift and unyielding."
The Karyūzan 火龍斬—Fire Dragon Slash—stands as a spirited work of traditional form, designed to command immediate attention through its bold and vibrant presence. Drawing inspiration from the fierce energy of its namesake, this piece harmonizes a vivid red palette with the established properties of 1095 high-carbon steel. It serves as a faithful exploration of classical lines, offering a balanced silhouette that centers on a theme of unyielding vitality and spirited movement for the dedicated collector.
The structural foundation of this work is established through the manual forging of 1095 High-Carbon Steel, a material selected for its exceptional purity and resilience. Through the traditional method of clay-tempering, the steel undergoes a natural internal transformation that orchestrates a dual-density architecture: a high-density profile along the edge for enduring integrity paired with a flexible, shock-absorbing spine. This thermal process results in a highly visible, authentic Hamon—a permanent testament to the piece’s disciplined heat treatment and superior mechanical balance.
Complementing the refined steel is the visual elegance of the aged bronze Tsuba, featuring detailed motifs that provide a sense of historical character and antique weight. Every component reflects a commitment to structural assembly, where the Tsuka is built from real rayskin wrapped over solid wood, utilizing the genuine pebbled texture of the skin to ensure a superior foundation. Secured with a disciplined red cord wrap and anchored by traditional Mekugi pins to ensure absolute stability, the piece is housed in a vivid red solid wood Saya featuring gold-toned reliefs. The Karyūzan remains a unified tribute to the enduring principles of traditional Japanese styling.