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The Last Samurai – Minamoto 1095 Hand Forged Clay Tempered Katana

The honour of the samurai. The art of the sword.

Inspired by the epic film The Last Samurai, this magnificent Minamoto hand-forged katana celebrates the craftsmanship, discipline and traditions of Japan's legendary samurai warriors.

Featuring a folded 1095 high-carbon steel blade with traditional clay tempering, this premium katana combines time-honoured forging techniques with the elegance of Japanese sword design.

An impressive addition to any serious sword collection, particularly for fans of The Last Samurai and traditional Japanese craftsmanship.

⚔️ Hand Forged, Folded & Clay Tempered

The blade is crafted from 1095 high-carbon steel, repeatedly heated, hammered and folded using traditional Japanese-inspired forging techniques.

Historically, folding helped refine steel and distribute impurities, while today it remains a celebrated technique for creating distinctive layered blades.

The sword also undergoes differential clay tempering, where clay is applied to the blade before quenching to create a harder cutting edge while maintaining greater resilience along the spine.

This process can produce a genuine hamon (temper line), one of the most recognisable features of traditionally crafted Japanese swords.

🏯 Traditional Japanese Handle Construction

The katana features a wooden tsuka (handle) covered in genuine stingray skin (samegawa), providing the distinctive textured appearance associated with traditional Japanese swords.

This is finished with traditional cotton handle wrapping (tsukamaki), completing the sword's classic samurai-inspired aesthetic.

Combined with its hand-forged blade, these authentic materials make this a particularly appealing piece for collectors who appreciate the heritage of Japanese sword-making.

✨ Key Features

• ⚔️ Hand-forged folded 1095 high-carbon steel blade

• 🔥 Traditional clay tempering – differential hardening for a harder edge and more resilient spine

• 🗡️ Premium folded steel construction – inspired by traditional Japanese forging techniques

• 🐉 Genuine stingray skin (samegawa) beneath the handle wrapping

• 🏯 Traditional cotton tsukamaki – classic Japanese-style handle finish

• 🎬 Inspired by The Last Samurai – a tribute to the honour and traditions of Japan's samurai

• 🎁 A premium collector's piece – ideal for enthusiasts of Japanese swords and historical cinema

• 🇬🇧 Fast UK shipping from The Sword Stall

🗡️ A Tribute to the Samurai Spirit

The Last Samurai brought the courage, discipline and traditions of Japan's samurai warriors to audiences around the world.

This Minamoto 1095 Hand Forged Katana captures that spirit through its folded steel construction, traditional clay tempering and genuine Japanese-style handle materials.

A beautiful choice for collectors looking for something beyond an ordinary decorative sword.

Traditional craftsmanship. Timeless design. The spirit of the samurai.

Please note: This is a high-carbon steel collector's sword intended for responsible adult ownership. Not suitable for sparring or theatrical combat.

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Legal & Safety Notice

🔞 Sold to adults aged 18+ only

Age Verification:
This product is sold to adults aged 18 years and over. By purchasing, you confirm that you meet this requirement. Orders may be subject to age verification checks prior to dispatch, and we reserve the right to cancel any order where age cannot be satisfactorily verified.

Important Information

• This katana is supplied as a traditional hand-crafted blade and is not sold for self-defence or unlawful use

• Customers are responsible for safe handling and secure storage

• Ownership and use may be subject to local laws, customers should ensure compliance in their jurisdiction