Katana Akatsuki – 1095 Carbon Double Groove

Katana Akatsuki – 1095 Carbon Double Groove

The Katana Akatsuki is an exceptional sword, designed for professional and responsible training. Its name, Akatsuki, meaning "dawn" in Japanese, evokes the promise of a new beginning, symbolizing the excellence and tradition of Japanese sword forging.

Description:

Hand-forged and polished with 12 different procedures, the Katana Akatsuki offers a perfect balance between cutting, strength, weight, and practicality. Its blade, made of galvanized carbon steel 1095 folded 10 times, creates 1024 hardness layers, ensuring strength and durability. The blade has a black aesthetic, obtained through the electroplating process, and is equipped with two distinct grooves, one long and one short on both sides, providing audible feedback during handling. Rigorously tested (Tameshigiri), this katana is effective in both heavy and light cuts. The blade is full-tang, extending to the end of the handle to ensure sufficient impact resistance.

Features:

• Blade Material: Carbon steel 1095 folded 10 times, generating 1024 hardness layers, black galvanized
• Edge Condition: Sharpened through 12 sharpening processes
• Tsuka (handle): Silk, hardwood, and genuine ray skin
• Tsuba (guard): Metal alloy
• Menuki (grip ornaments): One on each side
• Saya (scabbard): Hardwood
• Mekugui (peg): Two bamboo pegs ensuring firmness and stability

Technical Specifications:

• Total Length: 103 cm / 40.6 inches
• Blade Length: 70 cm / 27.6 inches
• Handle Length: 26 cm / 10.24 inches
• Blade Width (near habaki): 3.2 cm / 1.25 inches
• Blade Thickness: 0.7 cm / 0.28 inches
• Hi (groove on blade): Two distinct grooves, one long and one short on both sides
• Weight: 1450 g

Additional Information:

• Recommended Uses: Professional and responsible
• Customization: Available on order with free customization option
• Estimated Delivery: 30-60 calendar days, subject to delay due to COVID-19
• Warranty: Complete (see policy section)

Blade:

The blade of this sword is hand-forged and polished with 12 different procedures using an ancient method. The steel used is high-purity carbon, ensuring a sharp and durable blade.

Tsuba:

Located above the scabbard, the Tsuba of this sword is ornamented and crafted through metal fusion. It protects the user’s hand from sliding onto the blade during training practice.

Habaki (Blade Collar):

The Habaki is a metal piece that separates the sword blade from the scabbard. It serves both an aesthetic and functional role, ensuring the connection between the two. Minor scratches are normal due to use.

Hi:

The groove on the back of the blade was added to provide audible feedback during practice and make the sword lighter without compromising its stability and strength.

Menuki:

The Menuki are ornaments on the grip, one on each side, adding a traditional aesthetic touch and functionality to the sword.

SHIPPING AND DELIVERY:

The crafting time for your personalized sword is approximately 15 days. After production, your sword will be shipped directly from Hong Kong, where our forge is located, using the best available air courier at the time.

Shipping Details:

• Delivery Time: The arrival time is between 30 calendar days.
• Tracking Code: We provide a tracking code so you can follow the shipment.

Fees and taxes:

• Import Fee: Customs fees and tariffs vary depending on the country of destination. It is up to the buyer to inform themselves about local import laws and regulations.
• Responsibility: The import fee is not included in the price of the sword. Our store does not participate in or take responsibility for the fees charged by the government.

GUARANTEE:

• Full refund available if you dont receive the order. You will receive full refund if the order don’t be received at the destination address.
• Full or partial refund for product significantly different. You may receive a full refund of your product if this is different from the requested description, or you may opt for a partial refund while retaining the product.

If you are not 100% satisfied with the quality of your purchase from Shotokann, you can return the order. Required for return: Items received unused, undamaged and in original package. Return shipping fee is paid by buyer.

Customer Commitment:

• Full Support: We offer support throughout the entire purchase and delivery process.
• Response Time: We respond to all emails within 1 business day.

Important Note: 

• Possible Delays: Delivery times may vary due to delays in the postal service or in the production of certain customizations.

We are here to ensure an exceptional experience. For more information, please feel free to contact us.

With reverence, Shotokann Team.