{"product_id":"dragon-circle-gomon-katana","title":"Dragon Circle Gomon Katana with Real Hamon | Full Tang Clay Tempered 5-Layer San Mai Steel Ray Skin Scabbard 103cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDragon Circle Gomon Katana\u003c\/strong\u003e is a handcrafted Japanese collector sword of exceptional technical distinction — built around a \u003cstrong\u003especial craft 5-layer San Mai folded pattern steel blade\u003c\/strong\u003e, clay tempered to produce a vivid \u003cstrong\u003enatural Hamon\u003c\/strong\u003e at ~60 HRC core hardness, and mounted in an \u003cstrong\u003eauthentic ray skin scabbard\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003efull brass fittings featuring gold and silver inlay in the dragon circle Gomon motif\u003c\/strong\u003e. The 5-layer San Mai laminate combines the edge performance of a hard high-carbon core with the structural resilience of outer support layers — a traditional Japanese blade-making approach that produces both superior cutting geometry and exceptional visual character. For ages 18+.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#18181b;border-left:5px solid #d4af37;border-radius:6px;padding:14px 18px;margin:20px 0;box-shadow:0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#facc15;font-size:15px;\"\u003eArtisan Prestige Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#f4f4f5;font-size:14px;margin-left:6px;\"\u003e— Special craft 5-layer San Mai clay tempered folded pattern steel, real Hamon, authentic ray skin scabbard, full brass gold \u0026amp; silver inlay dragon circle fittings — a katana of superior technical craft and collector distinction.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Is This For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dragon Circle Gomon Katana is the premier choice for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSan Mai Steel Construction Enthusiasts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Collectors who appreciate the technical sophistication of 5-layer San Mai laminate construction — where a hard high-carbon core is wrapped in resilient outer layers for superior edge retention, structural integrity, and a distinctive multi-layer visual character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRay Skin Scabbard Connoisseurs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Those drawn to the authentically pearlescent, naturally textured surface of genuine ray skin (samegawa) — a traditional Japanese sword material with centuries of history and a uniquely tactile, prestigious appearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDragon Motif Collectors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Collectors who prize the dragon circle (Gomon) motif as a symbol of power, protection, and auspicious fortune in Japanese and East Asian cultural traditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremium Gift \u0026amp; Home Display Buyers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Individuals seeking a technically distinguished collector katana for milestone celebrations, leadership tributes, auspicious home display, and prestige cultural gifts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKatana Format Collectors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Those who appreciate the well-balanced 103cm full-tang katana proportions, 71cm blade, and 1.25kg net weight as a commanding display and collection piece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBullet Points\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged special craft 5-layer San Mai folded pattern steel blade, clay tempered to reveal vivid real Hamon with exceptional visual depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5-layer San Mai laminate construction — hard high-carbon core (~60 HRC) wrapped in resilient outer layers for superior edge retention and structural integrity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull tang construction extending securely through the 26cm handle for lifelong structural durability and authentic balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic ray skin (stingray) scabbard — a rare and prestigious natural material with distinctive pearlescent texture and exceptional grip character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull brass fittings with gold and silver inlay — dual-tone dragon circle motif hardware for a distinguished collector presentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e103cm overall length, 71cm blade, 1.25kg net weight — well-balanced katana proportions for display and collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete luxury presentation set: brocade gift box, sword maintenance oil, and cleaning cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips from US warehouse — fast domestic delivery. 18+ only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand-Forged Special Craft 5-Layer San Mai Folded Pattern Steel Blade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Dragon Circle Gomon Katana blade is hand-forged using a special craft 5-layer San Mai laminate construction — a traditional Japanese blade-making technique where a hard high-carbon steel core is wrapped and forge-welded between outer layers of resilient low-carbon steel. The result is a blade that combines a hard ~60 HRC cutting edge capable of holding an exceptional edge with outer layers that absorb shock and resist fracture. Clay tempering is then applied to produce the natural Hamon temper line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClay Tempering \u0026amp; Real Hamon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFollowing forging, the blade is coated with a differential clay mixture before the quenching process — producing a hard edge and resilient spine simultaneously, and locking in the natural Hamon temper line at the boundary between the two zones. The Hamon is a visual record of the tempering process and a hallmark of authentic Japanese sword craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentic Ray Skin (Stingray) Scabbard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe scabbard (Saya) is covered in authentic ray skin — the traditional Japanese samegawa material prized for centuries on sword grips and scabbards. Ray skin is distinguished by its naturally pearlescent texture of small calcified nodules, exceptional grip character, and high durability. Each piece of ray skin has a unique pattern, making every scabbard individually distinct.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull Brass Fittings with Gold and Silver Inlay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAll sword hardware — tsuba (guard), habaki, fuchi, and kashira — is cast in authentic full brass and finished with a dual-tone gold and silver inlay treatment featuring the dragon circle (Gomon) motif. The warm gold and cool silver tones create a visually sophisticated presentation that complements the natural texture of the ray skin scabbard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull Tang Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe tang extends throughout the full 26cm handle length in the classical manner, anchored securely to ensure structural durability, authentic weight distribution, and the balance characteristics of a traditionally made Japanese katana.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJapanese Katana (Dragon Circle Gomon Edition)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Steel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpecial Craft 5-Layer San Mai Folded Pattern Steel (Clay Tempered)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeat Treatment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClay Tempered (~60 HRC core)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHamon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReal Hamon (Naturally Formed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e103 cm \/ 40.55 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e71 cm \/ 27.95 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eapprox. 26 cm \/ 10.24 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Width\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.2 cm \/ 1.26 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.80 cm \/ 8.0 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.60 kg \/ 3.53 lb (with Saya)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.25 kg \/ 2.76 lb (without Saya)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScabbard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAuthentic Ray Skin (Stingray) Covered Scabbard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFittings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Brass with Gold \u0026amp; Silver Inlay (Dragon Circle Motif)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnsharpened \/ Collector Edge (Specify on order)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePackage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Dragon Circle Gomon Katana — Special Craft 5-Layer San Mai Clay Tempered Folded Pattern Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Authentic Ray Skin Scabbard with Full Brass Gold \u0026amp; Silver Fittings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Luxury Brocade Presentation Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Specialized Sword Maintenance Oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Soft Sword Cleaning Cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtective Packaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandle the blade with clean, dry hands whenever possible. After handling, remove fingerprints and moisture using a soft cloth to prevent surface rust on the San Mai steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply a light coat of appropriate sword maintenance oil every 2-3 months to protect the blade from corrosion and preserve the natural Hamon temper line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the ray skin scabbard away from prolonged direct sunlight and extreme humidity. The natural calcified nodule texture of ray skin is highly durable, but stable storage conditions preserve its distinctive pearlescent appearance long-term.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is 5-layer San Mai steel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nSan Mai (literally 'three sheets') is a traditional Japanese blade laminate where a hard high-carbon steel core is forge-welded between outer layers of resilient lower-carbon steel. The 5-layer variant extends this with additional laminate layers, producing a blade with a hard ~60 HRC cutting core, resilient outer support layers, and a surface pattern that reflects the multi-layer construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a ray skin scabbard?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRay skin (samegawa) is authentic stingray skin — a traditional Japanese sword material prized for its naturally pearlescent texture of small calcified nodules, exceptional grip character, and high natural durability. It has been used on Japanese sword grips and scabbards for centuries and remains one of the most distinctive natural materials in Japanese sword-making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this sword handmade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. 5-layer San Mai forging, clay tempering, ray skin scabbard preparation, and gold-silver inlay brass fitting installation are all completed by experienced artisans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge restriction?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n18+ only. By purchasing you confirm you meet this requirement and have verified the legality of owning this product in your jurisdiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery order is inspected and carefully protected before shipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips directly from our US warehouse with standard delivery typically within 5-10 business days. Express options available at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustomers must independently verify all applicable laws and regulations before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe provide support for verified manufacturing defects and shipping-related damage. Contact us within 30 days of delivery with your order details and photographs. Warranty does not cover misuse, unauthorized modification, improper maintenance, or normal wear. 18+ age verification required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Product Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach handmade sword is individually crafted and may have minor variations in blade finish, Hamon line, ray skin pattern, and fitting tone compared with product photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteel type alone does not determine the quality or characteristics of a blade. Heat treatment, blade geometry, construction, polishing, fittings, and craftsmanship all contribute to the final product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease carefully review the complete specifications before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdge condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Always check the product specifications to confirm whether the specific model is sharpened or unsharpened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLegal responsibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sword and blade laws vary by country, state, city, and locality. Customers are responsible for confirming that the product can legally be purchased, imported, received, possessed, stored, and used in their location before placing an order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is intended for the purpose stated on its individual product page. 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