Nanashi' Hand Forged Katana In 1095 High Carbon Steel

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.

'Nanashi' Minamoto Hand Forged Katana in 1095 High Carbon Steel.

This handmade katana is made of 1095 high carbon folded steel. Each blade is lovingly forged in fire and beaten until the impurities are removed from the steel, leaving only the finest blade. It is heat tempered in the traditional manner and quenched in oil and water. The wooden handle is wrapped in genuine Stingray skin (Samekawa) before the traditional cotton handle wrapping (Tsukamaki).

Product includes sword, stand and certificate of authenticity and .

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.