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Zoomed view of Shinwa makaku katana with handle wrapped in tan sageo and Damascus steel blade. The black hardwood scabbard has a tan cord that matches the tan wrapping of the katana handle. Different views of the katana including a detailed view of the cast monkey tsuba, black hardwood scabbard, and tan cord wrapped handle. Closeup of cast tsuba with monkey detail. Detailed view of the tan hanging cord wrapped around the black scabbard. Zoomed view of the Damascus steel blade, showing the intricate patterning. The tan cord of the handle wraps through the pommel of the katana. Zoomed view of the tan cord wrapping the genuine ray skin handle with menuki.

Shinwa Makaku Katana | 28 1/2” Damascus steel blade | 39 1/2” overall

$201.99
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  • DAMASCUS STEEL BLADE: 28 1/2” blade with over 1,000 layers, featuring dynamic patterns and a bold acid-etched contrast.
  • AUTHENTIC RAY SKIN HANDLE: Genuine black ray skin wrapped with tan ito for a secure, traditional grip and sleek look.
  • MACAQUE TSUBA DESIGN: Intricate cast-metal tsuba featuring macaques perched in a tree, adding depth, meaning, and artistry to the sword.
  • TRADITIONAL MENUKI AND MEKUGI: Brass menuki and dual wooden mekugi provide authentic construction and ensure stability, enhancing durability and performance.
  • ELEGANT LACQUERED SAYA: Hand-lacquered black hardwood scabbard with matching tan sageo, offering protection and completing the sword’s refined look.
Shinwa Makaku Katana | 28 1/2” Damascus steel blade | 39 1/2” overall
  • DAMASCUS STEEL BLADE: 28 1/2” blade with over 1,000 layers, featuring dynamic patterns and a bold acid-etched contrast.
  • AUTHENTIC RAY SKIN HANDLE: Genuine black ray skin wrapped with tan ito for a secure, traditional grip and sleek look.
  • MACAQUE TSUBA DESIGN: Intricate cast-metal tsuba featuring macaques perched in a tree, adding depth, meaning, and artistry to the sword.
  • TRADITIONAL MENUKI AND MEKUGI: Brass menuki and dual wooden mekugi provide authentic construction and ensure stability, enhancing durability and performance.
  • ELEGANT LACQUERED SAYA: Hand-lacquered black hardwood scabbard with matching tan sageo, offering protection and completing the sword’s refined look.
$201.99
The Shinwa Makaku Katana is a fierce representation of both tradition and artistry, hand-forged with precision and masterful skill. The 28 1/2” Damascus steel blade is a true masterpiece, with over 1,000 layers that create striking, swirling patterns. This full-tang blade is finished with an acid-etched surface, creating a sharp contrast and making the katana a showpiece of both beauty and raw power. The tsuka is wrapped in genuine black ray skin and tan ito for a sleek, secure grip, and reinforced with brass menuki and traditional wooden mekugi, ensuring that this sword is built to perform. A highlight of the Makaku Katana is its tsuba: an intricate, cast-metal design depicting macaques perched in a tree, embodying nature's strength and wisdom. The katana is completed with a hand-lacquered black hardwood saya, polished to a sleek finish and accented with coordinating tan sageo. With an overall length of 39 1/2”, this katana is as commanding as it is beautiful, designed for martial artists and collectors alike. It’s a weapon and a work of art that will become the centerpiece of any collection, built to last for generations.