Dragon Katana

The Citadel Dragon Katana is a limited edition Japanese sword produced in the maker’s small Phnom Penh workshop, where each piece is crafted individually from start to finish. Restricted to 100 swords, every example is signed by the smith on the nakago with its sword number and is supplied with a matching certificate, making it a highly appealing piece for serious collectors of hand-made Japanese-style blades. The 28" blade is hand forged from DNH7 high carbon steel and differentially hardened for a traditional balance of edge hardness and resilient spine. A full-length bo-hi lightens and balances the blade, continuing through the habaki and into the nakago, while the copper habaki is shaped to follow the groove. The blade is hand polished using traditional stones and powders for an authentic finish. The water dragon theme is carried through the fittings, including the dragon and wave tsuba and turbulent water-inspired fuchi and kashira. The tsuka is carved to the individual sword for a tight friction fit, finished with a full same-gawa wrap and dark blue silk ito imported from Japan. A deep blue lacquered saya with same-gawa detailing completes the presentation.