{"product_id":"black-chain-guard-katana-high-manganese-steel-105cm","title":"Black Chain Guard Katana | Handmade High Manganese Steel Black Blade Chain Guard Handle Wooden Scabbard Full Tang Hand-Forged 105cm — Best Black Blade Katana with Chain Guard Under $70","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBlack Chain Guard Katana\u003c\/strong\u003e is a handmade battle-ready katana of striking visual drama — featuring a \u003cstrong\u003ehigh manganese steel black blade\u003c\/strong\u003e, a distinctive \u003cstrong\u003echain guard\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a \u003cstrong\u003ewooden scabbard\u003c\/strong\u003e. Full tang, sharpened, 105cm. The best black blade katana with chain guard under $70.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBest black blade katana with chain guard under $70. What makes this katana unique? Black blade: absorbs light, extraordinary visual depth. Chain guard: the rarest guard design in katana aesthetics, a physical chain that connects blade to handle. Full tang, hand sharpened, battle-ready. 105cm standard katana size. Wooden scabbard included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarning: Sharp blade — handle with care. 18+ only.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Makes the Chain Guard Unique in Katana Design?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chain guard is one of the rarest and most visually striking guard designs in katana aesthetics — a physical chain that connects the blade guard to the handle, creating a dynamic, kinetic element that no standard tsuba can replicate. Unlike a fixed circular or oval tsuba, the chain guard moves with the sword — a living element of the design that adds visual drama and tactile interest. The chain guard is a design choice that speaks to collectors who want a katana that stands apart from every standard piece in any collection. Combined with the black blade, the chain guard creates a katana of extraordinary visual presence — dark, powerful, and unlike anything else.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Black Blade — What Does It Represent?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA black blade katana is a katana with a blade treated to achieve a deep, uniform black surface finish — through controlled oxidation, heat treatment, or coating processes. Unlike a polished blade that reflects light, a black blade absorbs light — creating a sense of depth, mystery, and visual drama that makes it unlike any other katana. In Japanese sword tradition, a blade that has been transformed through extraordinary mastery — a blade that has absorbed the spirit of its wielder — is one of the most powerful ideas in sword culture. The black blade katana captures this aesthetic in a functional, handmade piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Is This For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors searching for the best black blade katana with chain guard under $70\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnime and manga fans who love dark, powerful blade aesthetics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCosplayers who want a visually striking black katana for events and photo shoots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone searching for a unique black katana gift under $70\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors who want a black blade katana that stands apart from standard all-black presentations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 105 cm (41 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length (Nagasa): 72 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle Length (Tsuka): 27 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 1.2 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade: High Manganese Steel, black finish, sharpened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuard: Chain guard design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: Full tang, handmade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScabbard: Wooden scabbard (included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU: 8669210944\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrice: $69.99\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePackage Contents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Black Chain Guard Katana (high manganese steel)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Wooden scabbard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Cleaning cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: Stand not included\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShips from US local warehouse — fast domestic delivery. 18+ only.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"samuraiswordman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44804997087382,"sku":"8669210944","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0671\/7800\/4630\/files\/1605774709367.jpg?v=1742867288","url":"https:\/\/samuraiswordman.com\/products\/black-chain-guard-katana-high-manganese-steel-105cm","provider":"samuraiswordman","version":"1.0","type":"link"}