Ember Ryu Katana | Unsharpened Display Samurai Sword
The Ember Ryu Katana is a striking, hand-forged samurai sword crafted for display and martial arts practice. Forged using traditional methods from folded carbon steel, this 103cm blunt blade commands attention with its vibrant aesthetics and authentic geometry.
- Blade: Handmade, unsharpened folded carbon steel with a traditional bo-hi (blood groove).
- Hilt (Tsuka): Vivid orange wrap (ito) with an intricate black metal guard (tsuba).
- Scabbard (Saya): High-gloss red lacquer featuring dark dragon artwork and a two-tone blue and gold cord.
- UK Inspected: Hand-checked for quality in our Lincolnshire workshop.
*Fully legal to own in the UK: Traditionally forged exemption applies (18+ age verification required).
Every blade is inspected and quality-checked in Caistor, Lincolnshire. See how →
The Ember Ryu Katana: A Stunning Hand-Forged Masterpiece
The Ember Ryu katana is a magnificent handmade samurai sword designed for the bold collector and Iaido practitioner. Drawing inspiration from the fierce energy of mythological dragons, this stunning display piece pairs vibrant aesthetics with the respected geometry of a traditional Japanese katana.
Forged from folded carbon steel using traditional methods, the Ember Ryu katana demands attention. The sword features a gracefully curved, unsharpened blade complete with a traditional bo-hi (blood groove) running along its spine, making it perfect for safe display or form practice. The hilt is defined by its vivid orange handle wrap (ito), which contrasts sharply against the intricate, open-work black guard (tsuba) and the brass-toned blade collar (habaki).
Design Aesthetics of the Ember Ryu Katana
Housing the blade of the Ember Ryu katana is a striking red scabbard (saya) adorned with dark, winding dragon motifs. The scabbard is elegantly finished with a contrasting blue and gold two-tone sageo cord tied around the kurigata (knob), making it a true centerpiece for any room.
Whether you are displaying it on a mantle or adding it to your broader collection alongside our Samurai Sword & Katana armory, this traditionally crafted sword is built to impress.
Sword Specifications
- Focus Model: Ember Ryu katana (Handmade / Unsharpened).
- Blade Material: Traditional folded carbon steel.
- Overall Length: 103cm (40.55in).
- Weight: 1.23kg (2.71lb).
- Handle (Tsuka): Bright orange wrap over traditional ray-skin style paneling.
- Guard (Tsuba): Black metal alloy with a detailed, circular cutout design.
- Scabbard (Saya): High-gloss red lacquer featuring intricate dragon artwork, completed with a blue and gold sageo cord.
UK Workshop Inspected & Fully Legal
Every Ember Ryu katana is physically inspected for quality and structural integrity at our Lincolnshire, UK workshop before dispatch. Legal Notice: Because this sword is handmade using traditional forging methods, it is fully exempt from the UK curved sword ban. It is 100% legal to purchase and own for display without a martial arts or re-enactment license. You must simply be over 18 years of age to purchase, and a standard age-verification check will be completed prior to shipping.
How to Care for Your Sword
Every blade we sell is a hand-finished collector piece, built to be displayed for a lifetime. A soft cloth after handling, a dry spot on the wall or a proper stand, and the occasional check of the fittings will keep it exactly as it left the workshop. Our step-by-step guide covers cleaning, storage and long-term display.
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