SPECIFICATIONS Blade color - Material Clay Tempered Wootz Steel Guard (Tsuba 鍔) Gold plated Bronze Scabbard (Saya 鞘) Ox Horn Handle (Tsuka 柄) Real Fish skin Menuki Gold and Silver plated 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) Unleash the storm with the Fūun (風雲) Katana, a masterpiece of traditional sword-making that perfectly balances breathtaking aesthetics with elite metallurgical craftsmanship. Named after the Japanese word for "Wind and Cloud," the Fūun Katana is designed for the discerning collector and martial arts practitioner who appreciates the deep history of the forge. Every element of this sword, from the meticulously tempered blade to the gold-plated fittings, has been crafted to honor traditional samurai heritage. The Blade: Premium Wootz Steel & Authentic Hamon At the heart of the Fūun Katana is a hand-forged blade crafted from high-carbon Wootz steel, a legendary crucible steel famous for its exceptional durability and micro-segregation patterns. The blade undergoes a traditional, rigorous clay-tempering process. By applying a specialized clay mixture to the spine before quenching, the edge cools faster than the spine. This authentic differential hardening technique produces a resilient, shock-absorbing spine and a razor-sharp edge, prominently displaying a stunning, natural hamon (temper line) that ripples gracefully down the length of the steel like a rolling cloud. Elegant Fittings & Tsuba The Fūun features premium, intricately cast fittings that command attention. The guard (Tsuba) is crafted from gold-plated bronze and is decorated with classic, deeply embossed crest motifs that catch the light beautifully. The handle (Tsuka) is traditionally constructed with a solid wood core, wrapped tightly over genuine fish skin (Samegawa). It is secured with a tight black cord wrap (Ito) that reveals vibrant red accents beneath, perfectly complemented by the gold and silver-plated bronze Menuki (handle ornaments) nestled within the diamond-shaped folds. The Scabbard (Saya) Housing this exceptional blade is a striking, deep red scabbard crafted from genuine ox horn. The rich, smooth crimson finish of the Saya provides a bold and dramatic contrast against the dark, textured handle and the gleaming, clay-tempered blade, making it an absolute standout on any display stand.
