Okinawa Shirasaya' Hand Forged Shirasaya Katana

PLEASE BE AWARE – All our replicas are intended for ornamental display or historical interest only. Nothing we sell is recommended or suitable for combat and such use is strictly prohibited.

'Okinawa' Shirasaya' Hand Forged Shirasaya.

The 'Okinawa' Shirasaya Hand Forged Minamoto Katana is a traditionally hand forged katana, made of folded steel. The folding process removes impurities from the steel, leaving only the finest quality steel. It is hammered and heated and hammered and heated until the perfect blade is formed. It is quenched for the perfect hardness. The wooden handle (Tsuka) and sheath (Saya) are lacquered black.

PLEASE NOTE - THIS LISTING INCLUDES A LIVE (SHARPENED) BLADE - Product includes sword and stand

Over 18s only. Please be aware, if you are a new customer we will need to see age verification before sending your order. This is not necessary for returning/registered customers. Please send us a photo of relevant ID (such as Driving Licence or Passport showing Date of Birth) at time of purchase by email to help@theswordstall.co.uk or WhatsApp 07932 932801.

Under UK law, curved swords over 50cm in length are illegal unless they are antique or traditionally hand forged. All of our curved katana are certified as being traditionally hand forged. Display Katana are straight bladed and blunt and as such are legal to own in the UK.