Kurobyō Katana Sword (黒豹) specifications
- Hand-forged by our master swordsmiths.
- T10 steel blade, sharpened or unsharpened at choice, full tang.
- Hamon (刃文): Genuine Suguba straight hamon obtained by differential tempering.
- Scabbard (Saya 鞘): made of black lacquered hardwood with a golden feline motif, Koiguchi made of genuine horn.
- Sageo (下げ緒): Black cord.
- Handle (Tsuka 柄): Genuine stingray leather and hardwood.
- Tsuka-ITO (柄糸): Black diamond pattern weave above the handle.
- Menuki (目貫): Golden dragons.
- Guard (Tsuba 鍔): Rounded brass shape, carved with a lace pattern evoking the ocean.
- Fuchi (縁): Smooth brass decorated with cloud motifs.
- Kashira (頭): Smooth brass.
- Habaki (鎺): Hammered brass.
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
Kurobyō Katana Sword: design and finishes
The name Kurobyō evokes the silent power and deadly elegance of the black panther. This Japanese name captures the essence of a nocturnal predator that strikes with precision and grace. The kanji 黒 (kuro) symbolizes protective darkness, while 豹 (byō) represents controlled ferocity.
Its T10 steel blade reveals an authentic Suguba hamon, a straight temper line that bears witness to traditional Japanese craftsmanship. In addition, the rounded brass tsuba features a lace pattern evoking ocean waves, creating a poetic contrast with the terrestrial symbolism of the feline. The handle combines authentic stingray skin with black diamond-shaped braiding, while the golden menuki represent dragons that complete the mystical iconography. Finally, the black lacquered scabbard is adorned with a golden feline motif, and the genuine horn koiguchi adds a touch of traditional authenticity.
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