John Lee's Golden Flower Katana

Enjoy Katana Golden Flower by John Lee

John Lee's Golden Flower Katana

Hand-forged samurai sword from the John Lee series

Masterpieces of Asian blacksmithing

- The sword blades are hand-forged from carbon steel and tempered in the traditional way.

- The blades have been folded 12 times (resulting in approximately 8,000 layers) and have a beautiful damask structure.

- The sharp blades have been provided with a bo-hi (channel) to reduce weight.

- The handles (tsuka) are made of wood, covered with real fish skin (seed).

- The handle wrap (tsuka-ito) is traditionally made of black cotton.

- Two menukis are inserted into the handle.

- The sword ribs are extra long and are attached to the handle with two bamboo pins (mekugi).

- The scabbards (saya) are made of wood.

- The blade clamps (habaki) are made of brass.

- Made according to museum templates.

John Lee Golden Flower Katana

The model for this exceptionally beautiful tsuba was most likely made by a great master in the 18th century. Since, unlike the knifemakers, they did not sign their work, the makers are unfortunately unknown by name. The tsuba has an elaborate design, featuring golden cherry blossoms (sakura), one of the most important symbols of Japanese culture. They represent beauty, new beginnings, and transience.



Details:

The blades fold 12 times.

Total length: approx. 104 cm

Blade length: approx. 74 cm

Handle length: approx. 30cm

Hardness: 52-55 Rockwell
Leaf curvature (sori): approx. 18-20 mm

Weight without cover: approx. 1.04kg

Weight with case: approx. 1.3 kg

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