Bushin Katana Sword (武心) – Martial Spirit

Bushin Katana Sword (武心) specifications

• Hand-forged by our master swordsmiths.
• Black 1060 steel blade, sharpened or unsharpened at choice, full tang.
• Hamon (刃文): Genuine notare hamon obtained by differential tempering.
• Bo-Hi (棒樋): Blood groove along the blade.
• Scabbard (Saya 鞘): Black and gray lacquered wood with a design featuring a samurai and a Japanese city.
• Sageo (下げ緒): Silver.
• Handle (Tsuka 柄): White faux stingray leather and wood.
• Tsuka-ITO (柄糸): Silver faux leather braided over the handle in a diamond pattern.
• Menuki (目貫): Silver.
• Guard (Tsuba 鍔): Golden and silver rounded with samurai engraved on the guard.
• Fuchi (縁): Gold and silver.
• Kashira (頭): Gold and silver.
• Habaki (鎺): Brass.

Dimensions

• Blade length: 71 cm
• Overall length including handle: 103 cm
• Length with scabbard: 105 cm
• Handle length: 26 cm
• Blade thickness: 0.7 cm
• Blade width: 3.2 cm
• Weight: 1.3 kg
• Package weight: 1.6 kg

Accessories

• Scabbard: Included
• Katana stand: Not included

Bushin (武心) : design et finitions

The name Bushin (武心) reveals the entire philosophy behind this exceptional blade, as it literally means Heart of the Warrior. This name evokes the very essence of bushido, the spiritual path that guides the samurai’s soul beyond mere technical mastery. The character 武 (bu) represents martial arts and bravery, while 心 (shin) symbolizes the spirit, the heart, and pure intention. Together, these kanji embody the perfect union between physical strength and nobility of spirit that characterizes the true warrior.

Its 1060 steel blade has a deep black hue that contrasts beautifully with the genuine hamon pattern, obtained through differential tempering using traditional techniques. This undulating temper line is a testament to the craftsmanship involved and gives the blade its exceptional balance between flexibility and hardness. The bo-hi engraved on the blade lightens the overall design while producing a characteristic whistling sound when the blade is moved. The rounded tsuba, decorated with finely chiseled samurai motifs in a gold and silver alloy, tells stories of courage and honor. The handle, covered in white faux stingray skin and wrapped in silver faux leather braiding forming regular diamond shapes, offers a firm and elegant grip. The silver menuki harmoniously complete the ensemble, while the black and gray lacquered wooden saya is decorated with scenes depicting samurai and a traditional Japanese city, creating a true narrative tableau.

This functional blade perfectly combines refined aesthetics and technical performance, as its carefully calculated balance allows for fluid and precise movements. The Bushin is much more than just a weapon: it embodies the spiritual heritage of feudal Japan and is an exceptional collector’s item. Every detail, from the black patina of the blade to the golden ornaments on the guard, evokes the nobility of spirit and unwavering determination of the authentic warrior, making this katana a powerful symbol of the harmony between beauty and function.