{"product_id":"katana-29","title":"Antique Japanese Katana Sword signed Ichiryushi Nagamitsu (Hozon)","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSword Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ichiryūshi Nagamitsu \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shōwa Era (1926–1989)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertificate:\u003c\/strong\u003e NBTHK Hozon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 65.2 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurvature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.7 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth at Base:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.25 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth at Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.2 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness at Base:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.66 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness at Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.6 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 748 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Length with Mountings:\u003c\/strong\u003e 104.7 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Weight with Mountings:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,002 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade features a refined \u003cstrong\u003ehada\u003c\/strong\u003e (grain structure), showcasing a meticulously polished steel surface. The hamon (temper line) is distinct and sharp, reflecting the expert heat treatment used to harden the edge. This katana has been professionally polished and is fully functional for cutting, making it suitable for test cutting (tameshigiri) and martial arts practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade also exhibits a well-balanced curvature of \u003cstrong\u003e1.7 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e, enhancing both its cutting ability and aesthetic appeal. The steelwork is described as \u003cstrong\u003eJiba Saeru\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning both the grain and tempered edge are highly refined, sharp, and visually striking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Swordsmith - Ichiryūshi Nagamitsu\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"32\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eIchiryūshi Nagamitsu\u003c\/strong\u003e was a renowned swordsmith active during the \u003cstrong data-start=\"77\" data-end=\"100\"\u003eTaishō to Shōwa era\u003c\/strong\u003e. Serving as the \u003cstrong data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"145\"\u003ewarden of Okayama Prison\u003c\/strong\u003e, he established a \u003cstrong data-start=\"164\" data-end=\"208\"\u003esword-forging facility within the prison\u003c\/strong\u003e, dedicating himself to the art of blade-making. His bold and charismatic nature made him a well-respected figure, captivating those who met him. Despite being a single-generation smith, he produced numerous exceptional works, showcasing his high level of craftsmanship. Known for creating swords with \u003cstrong data-start=\"510\" data-end=\"534\"\u003eremarkable sharpness\u003c\/strong\u003e, his blades gained significant popularity, though only a limited number of his works exist today. Due to their rarity, his swords are highly sought after and quickly acquired whenever they surface.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tokyo Nihonto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43199490326611,"sku":null,"price":4500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0651\/8092\/6035\/files\/P1077423-Avecaccentuation-NR.jpg?v=1762246418","url":"https:\/\/hundredswords.store\/products\/katana-29","provider":"hundredswords","version":"1.0","type":"link"}