Katana – Hattori Hanzo Replica from Kill Bill

Katana "The Bride" – Hattori Hanzo Replica from Kill Bill

Details of a Movie Legend

At first glance, you can tell this is no ordinary sword. The high-gloss black lacquered scabbard (saya) bears the iconic gold "leaf" symbol characteristic of this movie prop. The handle is covered with real ray skin (samegawa) and tightly wrapped in black leather in the classic style, ensuring not only an authentic look but also a comfortable grip. Beneath the black guard (tsuba) with typical cutouts, you will find an engraving of a lion/demon on the blade – the signature of Master Hanzo himself.

Functionality and Steel

Although this sword is primarily a collector's replica, it features a functional blade made of 1045 carbon steel. The blade is hardened to 52-55 HRC and comes very sharp. Thanks to its construction without a groove (bo-hi), the blade is more massive and suitable for light cutting tests (tameshigiri) on soft targets like tatami mats. The temper line (hamon) is created by grinding for aesthetic effect, as the blade is industrially processed to maintain an affordable price while offering high visual quality.

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Package Contents and Care

To make your experience complete, we supply the sword in gift packaging along with a black lacquered stand lined with velvet and a basic maintenance kit. Since the blade is made of carbon steel, it is prone to rust. Therefore, clean and oil it with the included oil after every touch. The wooden box serves primarily for safe transport to your home.

Safety Warning

Please bear in mind that this is a sharp weapon, not a toy. Handling it requires caution and respect. The sword is not intended for contact fencing (steel on steel) or chopping hard objects (wood, trees), as this would damage the edge.

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