Collector replica of the Tengu katana, Tamahagane steel, Suguha Hamon

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Tengu Katana (天狗), Real Suguha Hamon

nagasa 2.31 Shaku, medium chu kissaki tip, Yokote

Precise replica of the Tengu katana with Fudó Myó-ó horimono – The Horimono with the Fudó Myó-ó motif on the tamahagane steel blade combines masterful blacksmithing with deep symbolism. Fudó, the "Immovable One," represents strength, discipline, and protection, while tamahagane – traditional Japanese steel smelted in a tatara furnace – symbolizes purity and material perfection. The flames surrounding the figural form refer to the hardening process and spiritual transformation. This replica is an expression of honor, inner strength, and respect for tradition.

The blade was hand-forged from real Japanese Tamahagane steel, smelted in a tatara furnace according to an ancient process. The master smiths repeatedly forged and quenched it into the shinogi-zukuri (鎬造り) shape – a classic profile with a distinct shinogi ridge, offering an ideal balance between strength and functional perfection. The gentle curve of the sori ensures a smooth cut, while the chū-kissaki tip adds aesthetic nobility.

The blade subtly reflects a straight hamon suguha, a symbol of tranquility and purity of spirit. This harmonious hardening line perfectly complements the balanced shinogi-zukuri shape, underscoring the sword's character – a discreet yet uncompromising work of art.

The blade tip features a genuine Diamond-Shaped Yokote, clearly defined by the hamon that runs along the entire length over the Boshi. The distinct, real Suguha Hamon is crafted according to ancient traditional methods by a master smith.

Blade Material: Tamahagane Saya: (scabbard - sheath) made of hardwood with a black glossy lacquer Tsuba: (guard) steel Tsuka: (handle) wooden core wrapped in genuine stingray skin (Samegawa) with black Ito wrap. The katana blade is secured by 2 bamboo mekugi. You can detach the blade from the handle by removing these pegs. On each side of the Tsuka (handle) is a brass menuki in the shape of a tengu - forest demon. Total length of the katana (without saya) - 99.0 cm Blade length (Nagasa) – 69.0 cm (from the end of the Habaki) Tsuka (handle) length - 27.5 cm Tip length (Kissaki) - 4.0 cm Blade thickness (at Habaki) - 0.70 cm Blade height (at Habaki) - 3.1 cm Weight without Saya - 1170 g Blade thickness (Kissaki) - 0.5 cm Blade height (Kissaki) - 2.2 cm Habaki - Brass (length 2.8 cm)