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Ronin Dojo — Clay Tempered Battle Ready Katana 1060 Steel Silk Ito Wrap
AUD A$834.99
Clay tempered 1060 carbon steel battle katana with visible hamon and premium silk ito handle wrap.
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Specs
- Blade Material
- 1060 Carbon Steel
- Handle Material
- Ray Skin & Silk Ito
- Blade Length
- 70cm
- Total Length
- 103cm
- Weight
- 1.10kg
- Steel Hardness
- 58 HRC
Description
The Ronin Dojo battle ready katana showcases the art of clay tempering on a 1060 carbon steel blade, producing a striking natural hamon visible along the entire edge. The 70cm blade is carefully balanced for fluid cuts and kata practice. Premium silk ito over authentic ray skin provides an elegant yet functional grip worthy of the samurai tradition.
Where Art Meets Edge
The silk ito whispers against your palms as you draw the blade — its polished surface catches the light, revealing the undulating hamon that marks where hard meets soft steel. Every overhead cut lands with satisfying authority, the clay-tempered edge biting cleanly while the flexible spine absorbs the shock of impact.
The Clay Tempering Tradition
Clay tempering is among the most revered techniques in Japanese swordmaking. A mixture of clay, ash, and charcoal is applied along the spine before the blade is heated and quenched, creating differential hardness — a razor-sharp edge backed by a shock-resistant body. The resulting hamon line is unique to each blade, a one-of-a-kind signature of fire and water.
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.
