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

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.