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Citadel — Hand-Forged Battle Ready Katana Tamahagane Steel Buffalo Horn Fittings
AUD A$927.99
Artisan battle ready katana forged from traditional tamahagane steel with buffalo horn fittings and lacquered saya.
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Specs
- Blade Material
- Tamahagane Steel
- Handle Material
- Ray Skin & Silk Ito
- Blade Length
- 71cm
- Total Length
- 104cm
- Weight
- 1.18kg
- Steel Hardness
- 62 HRC
- Fittings
- Buffalo Horn
Description
The Citadel tamahagane battle ready katana is forged from traditional Japanese-style smelted steel, producing a blade with visible grain patterns and exceptional character. The 71cm blade is hand-polished to reveal the intricate hada structure within the steel. Buffalo horn kurikata, kojiri, and kashira complement the silk ito wrap, while a hand-lacquered saya completes this collector-grade functional katana.
A Living Blade in Your Hands
Hold the Citadel katana and feel the presence of hand-forged steel — each subtle grain pattern in the blade tells the story of fire and hammer. Drawing this sword is a ritual: the lacquered saya releases the blade with a whisper, and the weight settles into your grip like an extension of your intent, ready for cutting or quiet contemplation on the stand.
Tamahagane: The Jewel Steel
Tamahagane — literally jewel steel — is produced through traditional smelting of iron sand, yielding a material prized for its complex carbon structure and organic grain patterns. Citadel's smiths fold and forge this steel by hand, creating a blade where no two are alike. The buffalo horn fittings are hand-carved in Cambodia, continuing a tradition of artisan swordmaking that bridges Japanese technique with Southeast Asian craftsmanship.
Looking After Your Blade
Keep your blade in top nick. Give it a rinse and dry after each use to stop corrosion. Every now and then, rub a thin coat of mineral oil along the blade. Sharpen with a whetstone or honing rod at a steady angle. Store it in a sheath, knife roll, or on a magnetic strip — never chucked loose in a drawer. For carbon and Damascus steel, give it a wipe after cutting acidic foods. For folding knives, clean out the pivot and pop a drop of lubricant in to keep it opening smoothly.
