{"product_id":"dragonfly-katana","title":"Dragonfly Katana – Handmade katana with X-ham sparkling saya","description":"\u003cp\u003eDragonfly is an elegant yet technically advanced katana where aesthetics and forging meet at a high level. The sword combines traditional craftsmanship with a unique visual expression, from the unusual hamon of the blade to the glittering saya and distinctive tsuba.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is made of T10 steel and has undergone \u003cb\u003eadvanced clay hardening\u003c\/b\u003e , resulting in an unusual and eye-catching \u003cb\u003eX-shaped hamon pattern\u003c\/b\u003e . This type of hamon is very difficult to achieve and requires precise temperature control, skillful application of clay and great experience on the part of the smith.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hamon runs clearly along the blade and gives a unique character, no two swords are exactly alike. The blade is hand-ground and polished in several stages to highlight both the hamon contrasts and the structure of the steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTsuba, Tsuka \u0026amp; Fittings\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tsuba is one of Dragonfly's most distinctive features. It has an \u003cb\u003eopen and geometrically balanced design\u003c\/b\u003e where the shapes create an airy yet powerful impression. Motifs and lines are inspired by the wings and movement of the dragonfly, which gives the tsuba both symbolism and visual lightness despite its robust construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll fittings are made of \u003cb\u003ecopper\u003c\/b\u003e , which provides a warm contrast to the dark and glittering overall impression. The tsuka is wrapped in black ito over genuine samegawa and provides a stable and comfortable grip, while harmonizing with the sword's more expressive details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSaya\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe saya has a \u003cb\u003eglittering finish\u003c\/b\u003e that subtly catches the light and gives a deep, almost star-like expression. It is equipped with \u003cb\u003ehorn inlays in koiguchi, kurigata and kojiri\u003c\/b\u003e , which both enhance durability and highlight the sword's high level of quality. The combination of horn, lacquer and glitter makes the saya a distinct artistic feature rather than simply a protector for the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTotal length:\u003c\/b\u003e approx. 103 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade length:\u003c\/b\u003e approx. 71 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTsuka length:\u003c\/b\u003e approx. 27 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade width:\u003c\/b\u003e approx. 3.2 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSteel:\u003c\/b\u003e T10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHamon:\u003c\/b\u003e X-shaped hamon\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTsuba \u0026amp; fittings:\u003c\/b\u003e Copper\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSaya:\u003c\/b\u003e Lacquered wooden scabbard with glittering finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHabaki:\u003c\/b\u003e Brass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKoiguchi, kurigata \u0026amp; kojiri:\u003c\/b\u003e Horn inlays\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNOTE!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003cb\u003ehandmade sword\u003c\/b\u003e . Variations in pattern, hamon and surface finish are natural and a sign of genuine craftsmanship, no two copies are identical.\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ghost Blades","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56695845028184,"sku":null,"price":6499.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0918\/5401\/2760\/files\/dragonfly-katana-ghost-blades-unsheathed_087923fa-245e-4880-abc5-8726f2501f10.jpg?v=1770765266","url":"https:\/\/ghostblades.se\/products\/dragonfly-katana","provider":"Ghost Blades","version":"1.0","type":"link"}