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Ronin Katana, Citadel, 1075 Steel, with Bo-Hi
Are you looking for a katana that combines raw, functional elegance with a profound story? The Ronin Katana by the renowned Citadel brand is exactly that. It is inspired by the "Rōnin", the masterless samurai, whose most famous story – the "47 Rōnin" – remains a symbol of absolute loyalty and honour to this day. This sword boasts a simple and traditional look that reflects purpose and determination. Its beauty lies not in gold, but in the quality of its craftsmanship. The heart of the sword is a brilliantly sharp blade in the Shinogi Zukuri style with a Bo-Hi (fuller), which is hand-forged from 1075 carbon steel. Thanks to differential hardening with clay, the blade has an extremely hard edge (approx. 60 HRC) and a more flexible spine (approx. 40 HRC). This is not just a decoration, but a fully functional tool for tameshigiri and kata. Further product information ...
Ronin Katana, Citadel, 1075 Steel, with Bo-Hi
The story of the Rōnin is one of perseverance. These samurai, who lost their lord (daimyō), were often forced to live on the fringes of society, yet many continued to follow the code of Bushido. This katana is a tribute to their unpretentious strength. Its mountings (koshirae) are deliberately understated, but every element is handmade with the utmost care.
Sword Details
Blade (Nagasa)
- Material: High-carbon steel 1075 (DNH7), known for its ability to hold an edge while retaining toughness.
- Style: Shinogi Zukuri, the most common and effective blade shape for a katana.
- Fuller (Bo-Hi): The blade features a fuller along the spine, which reduces the overall weight, improves balance, and creates the characteristic whistling sound (tachi-kaze) when swung.
- Hardening: Traditional differential hardening using a clay coat. This process creates an extremely hard edge (approx. 60 HRC) for cutting and a softer, flexible spine (approx. 40 HRC) to absorb shock.
- Polish and Hamon: The blade is hand-polished to a mirror finish, which brings out the master blacksmith's work and the clearly visible hardening line (hamon).
Mountings (Koshirae)
- Guard and Fittings (Tsuba, Fuchi, Kashira): These are handmade from blackened iron, giving the sword a serious, traditional, and unadorned look.
- Habaki: Forged from a single piece of copper.
- Handle (Tsuka): The wooden core is covered with genuine ray skin (samegawa) and tightly wrapped with black Japanese silk cord (tsuka-ito) in the classic Hineri-Maki style.
- Scabbard (Saya): Made of wood and lacquered in the Kuroishime style – a matte black finish with subtle shiny black speckles, which is very elegant and understated.
Specifications
| Blade Material | 1075 Carbon Steel (DNH7) |
| Handle Material | Wood, Genuine Ray Skin, Japanese Silk |
| Sheath | Wood, Kuroishime style lacquer |
| Handle Length | 29 cm (approx. 11.4") |
| Blade Length | 69 cm (approx. 27.2") |
| Overall Length (with sheath) | approx. 102.5 cm (approx. 40.4") |
| Weight (without sheath) | approx. 1100 g (approx. 2.43 lbs) |
Package Contents
Each sword comes with a certificate of production, a high-quality cloth sword bag, and a padded Cordura bag for safe transport.
Safe Use Guidelines
Although this sword is a masterpiece, it is an extremely sharp and dangerous weapon. It is not a toy.
WARNING: Sharp Sword – This is not a toy!
- Always handle the sword with the utmost caution and respect. It is razor-sharp and can cause severe or fatal injury.
- Not intended for stage combat or contact sparring with other swords. The differentially hardened blade is hard but brittle, and the edge can chip or break on impact with steel.
- The sword is intended for collectors, kata (forms) practice, and test cutting (tameshigiri) on appropriate soft materials (e.g., tatami mats).
- Never cut at hard objects (wood, bone, metal).
- Keep the sword out of the reach of children and unauthorised persons. Use is strictly at your own risk.
Sword Care
The 1075 carbon steel blade is not stainless. To maintain its beauty and prevent rust, it requires care. After every use (even after simple handling), wipe the blade clean with a soft cloth (like nugui-gami rice paper) and apply a thin coat of conservation oil, ideally Choji oil or Hanwei Sword Oil. Store the sword in a dry environment. For complete care, we recommend the Japanese Sword Maintenance Kit (OH2105).
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