Bugei Samurai Sword, Bamboo Katana - Extras *Authentic* Start Price USD 1,250.00 Current Price USD 1,250.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Saturday, November 29, 2008 End Time Saturday, December 06, 2008 Location Paul, ID See more about 'Bugei Samurai Sword, Bamboo Katana - Extras *Authentic*' Description We Reached into history to design blades to be used. This includes features that are not readily visible, like our 10" nakago with two mekugi to insure that the blade is secure in the tsuka. These blades are forged and folded with a softer steel (45-48 RC) surrounding the harder edge steel (59 RC). This provides excellent strength and shock resistance with superior edge holding and cutting ability. Both the tsuka and the saya are custom hand made for each individual sword. This attention to detail means that you, our customer, get the best that we can provide. The initial response to these blades has been outstanding.  Included with each sword are a sword bag and cleaning kit. Hand polishing reveals the hamon, the different crystalline structure of the steel, which is attained by the unique hardening process that sets the Japanese blade apart. Our swords clearly show the martinsite edge, the pearlite body, and the troosite and sorbite crystalline structure that make up the hamon.      Authentically made replica of an Real Ancient Samurai Katana from Ancient Japan by the Chen Chiao Po Forge. This Sword is the real thing, you will feel this when you hold in in your hands. Handmade in the Ancient tradition with Authentic materials Bugei's Bamboo Katana:         <Get it now don't wait the 6 to 9 month period it takes to order one> 28.5" Hand folded & Forged Blade 14.5" Ray Skin Handle Custom fitted TusbaNew, Comes with relevent books, original cleaning kit & oil  and Cloth Sword BagOther extra's availableFeel free to contact me with any questions.Caution: This is a real sword and the slightest touch of the blade can result in serious injury or Death. By bidding on this Sword you are stating that you are 18 years old and will follow all your state and local laws pertaining to edged weapons in your area. Place a Bid!