{"product_id":"sting-katana","title":"Sting Katana – Folded steel with wavy hamon \u0026 exclusive saya","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSting\u003c\/b\u003e is a high-class katana created for collectors who seek technical perfection and traditional Japanese craftsmanship. The sword combines advanced forging in the form of folding steel and clay hardening, exclusive material choices and uncompromising aesthetics. Every detail is chosen to reflect control, precision and longevity.\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 \u003cb\u003efolded steel\u003c\/b\u003e and has undergone \u003cb\u003erepeated folding during the forging process\u003c\/b\u003e . Each fold refines the structure of the steel, reduces impurities and builds up a complex layer-on-layer pattern that becomes visible in the blade's surface. This is a time-consuming craft that requires high precision and experience, and is a clear marker of a sword in the higher quality class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade has also undergone \u003cb\u003eadvanced clay hardening\u003c\/b\u003e , resulting in a distinct and natural \u003cb\u003ewavy hamon pattern\u003c\/b\u003e along the edge. This hardening method provides an optimal balance between a hard edge and a tough spine. The blade is hand polished to highlight the movement and depth of the hamon, and is delivered fully functional and sharp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTsuba + Tsuka\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tsuba and fittings are made of \u003cb\u003ecopper\u003c\/b\u003e , with detailed relief patterns that give both weight and visual character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tsuka is covered in genuine \u003cb\u003esamegawa (stingray leather)\u003c\/b\u003e and wrapped with traditional ito for a secure grip and authentic feel. The construction provides both stability and comfort when handling.\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 is high-gloss lacquered and equipped with \u003cb\u003ehorn inlays\u003c\/b\u003e in \u003cb\u003ekoiguchi, kurigata and kojiri\u003c\/b\u003e , which greatly increases wear resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe upper part of the saya is also \u003cb\u003ewrapped in samegawa\u003c\/b\u003e , a very exclusive feature rarely found outside of the higher price ranges. The result is a saya that is both functional and visually distinctive.\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\u003cstrong\u003eTotal length:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 103 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade length:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 71 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTsuka:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 27 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Folded Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardening:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clay-hardened, wavy hamon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFittings \u0026amp; tsuba:\u003c\/strong\u003e Copper\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTsuka:\u003c\/strong\u003e Samegawa + ito winding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHabaki:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaya:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lacquered wood with horn inlay and samegawa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\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":56669663920472,"sku":null,"price":6499.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0918\/5401\/2760\/files\/sting-katana-ghost-blades-unsheathed.jpg?v=1770323900","url":"https:\/\/ghostblades.se\/products\/sting-katana","provider":"Ghost Blades","version":"1.0","type":"link"}