Maō no Kiba Katana Sword (魔王の牙) – Demon King’s Fang

Maō no Kiba Katana Sword (魔王の牙) 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): For balance and weight reduction.
• Scabbard (Saya 鞘): Gray and black lacquered wood representing the Grim Reaper.
• Sageo (下げ緒): Blue.
• Handle (Tsuka 柄): Faux white stingray leather and wood.
• Tsuka-ITO (柄糸): Blue braided in a diamond pattern above the handle.
• Menuki (目貫): Gilded.
• Guard (Tsuba 鍔): Round and gilded with a demon head in relief.
• Fuchi (縁): Gilded with a demon head in relief.
• Kashira (頭): Gilded with wave and wind motifs.
• Habaki (鎺): Brass.

Dimensions

• Blade length: 71 cm
• Overall length including handle: 103 cm
• Length with scabbard: 105 cm
• Handle length: 26.5 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

Maō no Kiba Katana Sword (魔王の牙): design and finishes

The Maō no Kiba, literally Demon King’s Fang, takes its name from Japanese mythology, where maō represent demonic lords endowed with terrifying power. This name evokes ferocity and absolute domination, while the term “kiba” (fang) symbolizes the predator’s ultimate weapon. This katana sword thus embodies the fusion of warrior nobility and demonic power, creating a blade that transcends the boundaries between the mortal world and that of evil spirits.

Its 1060 steel blade features a deep black hue that contrasts beautifully with the genuine notare hamon achieved through differential tempering. The bo-hi carved into the blade produces a characteristic whistling sound during movement while lightening the overall weight. The round gilded tsuba features a striking demon head in relief, while the fuchi echoes this demonic motif with remarkable finesse. The handle combines traditional faux white stingray skin with blue tsuka-ito braiding in a diamond pattern, creating an elegant visual contrast. The gilded menuki harmoniously complete the whole, and the gilded kashira is adorned with wave and wind motifs that evoke the forces of nature unleashed. The gray and black lacquered wooden scabbard represents the Grim Reaper, reinforcing the dark and mysterious aesthetic of this item, complemented by a blue sageo that adds a subtle touch of color.

This katana sword perfectly combines function and symbolism, offering exceptional balance thanks to its bo-hi and full tang construction. The sharp blade attests to its functional capacity, while the decorative elements make it a remarkable collector’s item. The Maō no Kiba represents the duality between beauty and danger, embodying the spirit of the warrior who masters dark forces to protect what is dear to him. This handcrafted creation captures the very essence of Japanese demonic legend in a functional work of art.