Jade Balance Cold Edge Katana (Yuheng Leng Ren) | Handcrafted 1065 Carbon Steel Oil Quenched Tempered Hand-Forged Blade White Cord Handle Wooden Saya 103cm — Under $170

The Jade Balance Cold Edge Katana (Yuheng Leng Ren) is a handcrafted 1065 carbon steel collector katana named for Yuheng — the fifth star of the Big Dipper, the celestial instrument of perfect balance used by ancient Chinese astronomers to govern the seasons and cardinal directions. Oil quenched and tempered blade, white cord wrap handle, wooden saya, full tang construction. 103cm. Under $170.

Best handcrafted collector katana under $170. 1065 carbon steel, oil quenched and tempered, hand-polished collector edge. Named Yuheng Leng Ren — Jade Balance, Cold Edge — the precision of the celestial balance in a blade. White cord wrap handle, wooden saya included.

What Does Yuheng Leng Ren (Jade Balance Cold Edge) Mean?

Yuheng Leng Ren combines two of the most evocative concepts in Chinese astronomical and blade culture. Yuheng (Jade Balance) is the fifth star of the Big Dipper — the celestial instrument of perfect measurement used for thousands of years to determine the seasons, the cardinal directions, and the proper ordering of time. Leng Ren (Cold Edge) is the quality of a blade so precisely made that it carries the chill of celestial precision — a line as exact as the movement of the stars. Together: a katana of extraordinary balance and cold, precise beauty.

What Is the Big Dipper in Chinese Astronomy?

The Big Dipper (Bei Dou Qi Xing — Seven Stars of the Northern Dipper) is one of the most important star formations in Chinese astronomical tradition. Its seven stars were used to determine the seasons, the cardinal directions, and the proper ordering of the calendar. Yuheng, the fifth star, is the star of celestial balance — the pivot point of the dipper's handle, the star that governs measurement and precision.

1065 Carbon Steel — Oil Quenched, Tempered, Collector Grade

The 1065 carbon steel blade undergoes oil quenching and tempering — achieving the ideal balance of hardness and toughness for an authentic collector edge suitable for traditional form practice and martial arts training.

Who Is This For?

• Collectors seeking the best handcrafted collector katana under $170 with Chinese astronomy depth
• Martial arts practitioners who want a functional 1065 carbon steel blade for form practice and training
• Fans of Chinese astronomy, Big Dipper mythology, and celestial sword culture
• Anyone searching for a unique katana gift with astronomical and philosophical meaning
• Sword enthusiasts who want a blade that embodies celestial precision and cold, exact beauty

Specifications

• Overall Length: 103 cm (41 inches)
• Blade Length (Nagasa): 72 cm
• Handle Length (Tsuka): 30 cm
• Blade Width: approx. 3 cm
• Weight: 1.2 kg (2.5 lbs)
• Blade Steel: 1065 Carbon Steel, oil quenched and tempered, hand-polished collector edge
• Handle: White cord wrap (tsuka-ito)
• Construction: Full tang, handcrafted
• Scabbard: Wooden saya
• SKU: LJR215027

Package

• 1 x Jade Balance Cold Edge Katana
• 1 x Wooden scabbard (saya)
• 1 x Cleaning cloth
• Note: Stand not included

Maintenance

• Handle the blade with clean, dry hands. After handling, wipe off fingerprints and moisture with a soft cloth.
• Apply a light coat of sword maintenance oil every 2–3 months to protect the carbon steel blade.
• Keep the wooden saya in a dry environment away from humidity fluctuations and direct sunlight.

Shipping

Every order is inspected and carefully protected before shipment.

Ships from our US warehouse with standard delivery typically within 5–10 business days. Express options available at checkout.

Customers must independently verify all applicable laws and regulations before ordering.

Warranty

We 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.

Important Product Information

Each handmade sword is individually crafted and may have minor variations in blade finish, handle wrap, saya finish, and overall appearance compared with product photographs. These variations are inherent to hand-crafted construction and are not defects.

Steel 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.

Please carefully review the complete specifications before ordering.

Edge condition: Always check the product specifications to confirm whether the specific model is sharpened or unsharpened.

Legal responsibility: 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.

This product is intended for the purpose stated on its individual product page. Do not modify or alter the product beyond its stated specifications.