Katana – Manganese Steel Battle-Ready Blade with Phoenix Leather Saya | Phoenix Ascending

【Overview】

This katana is inspired by the image of a phoenix ascending through the sky, symbolizing rebirth, resilience, and unstoppable strength. Crafted for users who value durability and practical performance, it combines high-toughness manganese steel with a bold, battle-ready design suitable for both training and display.

【Blade & Craftsmanship】

The blade is hand-forged from high-performance manganese steel, a material renowned for its exceptional impact resistance and flexibility.

A groove (bo-hi) is incorporated to improve balance and handling, while careful hand polishing refines the edge and surface finish.

The forging process follows traditional Longquan methods, involving multiple stages of heat treatment, shaping, and manual refinement.

【Design & Mountings】

All fittings are made from solid iron rather than alloy, featuring openwork designs that emphasize strength and durability.

The weight and texture of the iron mountings provide a reassuring, functional feel, reinforcing the katana’s battle-ready character.

【Handle & Saya】

The saya is crafted from natural hardwood and wrapped in a custom phoenix-themed leather covering.

This leather-wrapped construction offers improved scratch resistance compared to painted scabbards while adding a refined, tactile finish that complements the phoenix motif.

【Performance】

This katana delivers excellent sharpness, capable of cleanly cutting plastic bottles and tatami-style targets.

A defining feature of manganese steel is its toughness—the blade can flex close to 90 degrees and return true, making it ideal for users who prioritize reliability and durability during practice.

【Specifications】

Overall length: 103 cm (40.6 in)

Blade length: 72 cm (28.3 in)

Handle length: 26 cm (10.2 in)

Blade width: 3.2 cm (1.26 in)

Blade thickness: 0.7 cm (0.28 in)

Total weight: 1.2 kg (2.65 lb)

Net weight: 0.9 kg (1.98 lb)

【Usage & Gift】

Ideal for collectors, martial arts training, fitness cutting, and interior display.

Its phoenix-inspired design and high-toughness construction also make it a distinctive and meaningful gift.