{"product_id":"jade-balance-cold-edge-katana","title":"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","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eJade Balance Cold Edge Katana (Yuheng Leng Ren)\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBest 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.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Does Yuheng Leng Ren (Jade Balance Cold Edge) Mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYuheng Leng Ren combines two of the most evocative concepts in Chinese astronomical and blade culture. \u003cstrong\u003eYuheng\u003c\/strong\u003e (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. \u003cstrong\u003eLeng Ren\u003c\/strong\u003e (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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is the Big Dipper in Chinese Astronomy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e1065 Carbon Steel — Oil Quenched, Tempered, Collector Grade\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Is This For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors seeking the best handcrafted collector katana under $170 with Chinese astronomy depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMartial arts practitioners who want a functional 1065 carbon steel blade for form practice and training\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFans of Chinese astronomy, Big Dipper mythology, and celestial sword culture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone searching for a unique katana gift with astronomical and philosophical meaning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSword enthusiasts who want a blade that embodies celestial precision and cold, exact beauty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 103 cm (41 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length (Nagasa): 72 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle Length (Tsuka): 30 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Width: approx. 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 1.2 kg (2.5 lbs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Steel: 1065 Carbon Steel, oil quenched and tempered, hand-polished collector edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: White cord wrap (tsuka-ito)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: Full tang, handcrafted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScabbard: Wooden saya\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU: LJR215027\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePackage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Jade Balance Cold Edge Katana\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Wooden scabbard (saya)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x 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\u003ch3\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle the blade with clean, dry hands. After handling, wipe off fingerprints and moisture with a soft cloth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply a light coat of sword maintenance oil every 2–3 months to protect the carbon steel blade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the wooden saya in a dry environment away from humidity fluctuations and direct sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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 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, handle wrap, saya finish, and overall appearance compared with product photographs. These variations are inherent to hand-crafted construction and are not defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteel type alone does not determine the quality or characteristics of a blade. 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