Laito Katana | Red Wood | Long | John Lee

Laito Katana Red Wood – Authentic Japanese decorative sword in traditional style

This beautiful katana by John Lee is a decorative masterpiece with a striking matte red-brown lacquered sheath. The hand-forged sword has a total length of 107.5 cm and exudes the timeless elegance of traditional Japanese swordsmithing, perfect for your collection or as an eye-catcher in your interior.

Why the Shogun team finds this katana special

What immediately stood out to us is the warm appearance of the brown lacquered wooden sheath, with the natural wood grain beautifully visible. The combination with the black cotton handle decoration gives this decorative sword a refined, authentic look that fits perfectly in any collection.

Materials and finish of this katana

The blade is hand-forged from 420 stainless steel with a traditional Hamon line and Bo-Hi groove. The total length is 107.5 cm, with the blade measuring 76 cm. The tsuka (handle) is covered with authentic ray skin and fitted with two menuki securing pins. The tsuba is made of cast iron in a classic shape.

Grip, balance and presentation

With a weight of 1.1 kg, this katana feels substantial without being too heavy. The 30.5 cm long handle offers a comfortable grip for demonstrations. On a display stand, the warm colour of the sheath is beautifully highlighted, while the authentic look of the traditional wrapping immediately catches the eye.

Who is this katana suitable for?

This collector's item is ideal for enthusiasts of Japanese culture, martial arts practitioners looking for a beautiful display piece, or collectors of Asian swords. Also perfect as an impressive gift for someone interested in samurai history. Please note: this is a decorative sword, the blade is blunt and not suitable for practical use.

Maintenance and durability

The 420 steel is rust-resistant but benefits from regular dusting with a soft cloth. Store the katana in the sheath in a dry place. The detailed finish of the ray skin handle and the lacquered sheath will remain beautiful for years in a display case with normal use.

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