Kinmokusei Katana Sword (金木犀) – Osmanthus

Kinmokusei Katana Sword (金木犀) specification

• Hand-forged by our master swordsmiths.
• Damascus steel blade, sharpened or unsharpened at choice, full tang.
• Hamon (刃文): Genuine Hamon pattern obtained by differential tempering, revealing traditional tempering patterns.
• Scabbard (Saya 鞘): Lacquered and sandblasted wood in orange tones, with black Kojiri and Koiguchi.
• Sageo (下げ緒): Brown cord for traditional wear.
• Handle (Tsuka 柄): Genuine stingray leather and hardwood.
• Tsuka-ITO (柄糸): Brown diamond pattern weave above the handle.
• Menuki (目貫): Finely chiselled silver dragon.
• Guard (Tsuba 鍔): Rounded cross shape, dark copper hammered by punching.
• Fuchi (縁): Copper decorated with traditional Japanese symbols.
• Kashira (頭): Gilded copper for a refined finish.
• Habaki (鎺): Hammered brass ensuring a perfect fit in the scabbard.

Dimensions

• Blade length: 71 cm
• Overall length including handle: 104 cm
• Length with scabbard: 106 cm
• Handle length: 26 cm
• Blade thickness: 0.7 cm
• Blade width: 3.2 cm
• Weight: 1.4 kg
• Package weight: 1.7 kg

Accessories

• Scabbard: Included
• Katana stand: Not included

Kinmokusei Katana Sword: Design and finishes

The name Kinmokusei evokes golden osmanthus, a precious shrub whose fragrant flowers herald the arrival of autumn in Japan. This name also symbolises fleeting beauty and discreet nobility, qualities that can be found in every detail of this exceptional katana with its golden and orange hues.

Its Damascus steel blade reveals undulating patterns reminiscent of osmanthus petals carried by the autumn wind, while the authentic hamon draws a temper line with iridescent reflections. The rounded cross-shaped Tsuba, crafted from dark copper and hammered with dots, evokes the intertwined branches of the sacred shrub. The handle combines authentic stingray skin and hardwood, wrapped in brown Tsuka-ITO braiding with a diamond pattern that harmonises perfectly with the Menuki representing a silver dragon. The Fuchi, decorated with traditional Japanese symbols, and the gilded copper Kashira complete the whole, while the orange-toned lacquered scabbard directly evokes the autumnal hues of the osmanthus.

This katana sword combines functionality and aesthetics with a remarkable balance, offering a comfortable grip and precise cutting. The hammered brass habaki ensures a perfect fit in the scabbard, guaranteeing the safety and durability of the whole. This sword is an excellent investment for collectors and practitioners alike, embodying the essence of traditional Japanese craftsmanship and the poetry of the Japanese seasons.