Traditional Hand-Forged Full-Tang Clay-Tempered T10 Steel KatanaSPECIFICATIONS Blade color Gold Material Clay-Tempered T10 Steel Guard (Tsuba 鍔) Aged Bronze Scabbard (Saya 鞘) Solid Wood Handle (Tsuka 柄) Real Rayskin Over Solid Wood Menuki Aged Bronze DIMENSIONS Length with scabbard 40.55 in (103 cm) Length of the blade 27.95 in (71 cm) Length of the handle 12.6 in (32 cm) "A celestial presence among the clouds, forged in shadow and light." The "Unki" (雲麒)—Cloud Kirin—stands as an exceptional achievement of traditional steel forging. Inspired by the mythic fluidity of its namesake and the shifting beauty of the sky, this piece is a peerless creation brought to life through the rigorous discipline of the classical forge. It harmonizes a vibrant, ethereal aesthetic with the complex physical properties of T10 steel, resulting in a forged work of unparalleled structural beauty and timeless authority.The physical integrity of the piece is defined by exacting, time-honored forging methods. Through traditional clay-tempering, a bold, naturally occurring hamon—a highly visible, undulating wave—emerges along the polished steel profile. This specialized foundation ensures the authentic dynamic balance and resilient properties inherent to historical steelwork, allowing the piece to handle with a natural, unyielding fluidity that mirrors the celestial movements of the clouds.Complementing the rigorous forging of the steel is the striking visual depth of its fittings. The tsuba showcases a remarkable, sculpted silver-toned finish that brings out the heavy relief of its floral and traditional motifs. These bright silver accents create a sophisticated contrast against the deep blue handle wrap and the premium solid wood scabbard, which is elevated by a mesmerizing gold-speckled blue finish reminiscent of a star-filled sky. Integrated through heritage practices, the handle utilizes real rayskin over solid wood to ensure uncompromising structural stability. The Unki remains a unified, highly aesthetic tribute to the exacting standards of the classical forge.
