{"product_id":"phantom-wisteria-katana","title":"Phantom Wisteria Katana | Handcrafted 1065 Carbon Steel Oil Quenched Tempered Hand-Forged Blade Black Cord Handle Wooden Saya 103cm — Under $160","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePhantom Wisteria Katana\u003c\/strong\u003e is a handcrafted 1065 carbon steel collector katana named for one of the most evocative images in East Asian aesthetics — wisteria blossoms seen through mist: graceful, ephemeral, and dream-like. Oil quenched and tempered blade, black cord wrap handle, wooden saya, full tang construction. 103cm. Under $160.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBest handcrafted collector katana under $160. 1065 carbon steel, oil quenched and tempered, hand-polished collector edge. Named Phantom Wisteria — the haunting beauty of cascading flowers seen through mist, beautiful precisely because they cannot be held. Black cord wrap handle, wooden saya included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is the Phantom Wisteria?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWisteria (fuji in Japanese, zi teng in Chinese) is one of the most beloved flowering plants in East Asian culture — its cascading blossoms creating curtains of color that fall like waterfalls of flowers. Wisteria is associated with grace, longevity, and the transient beauty of spring. In Japanese aesthetics, wisteria embodies \u003cem\u003emono no aware\u003c\/em\u003e — the bittersweet appreciation of transient beauty, the flowers that bloom briefly and fall, beautiful precisely because they cannot last. The \u003cstrong\u003ePhantom\u003c\/strong\u003e quality adds a layer of dream-like unreality: these are wisteria blossoms seen through mist, present but not quite real, more beautiful because they exist only at the edge of perception.\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 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 $160 with East Asian floral aesthetic 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 Japanese and Chinese floral aesthetics, mono no aware, and traditional sword culture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone searching for a unique katana gift with poetic beauty and cultural meaning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirst-time katana buyers who want authentic collector performance at an accessible price\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: Black 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: LJR205026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePackage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Phantom Wisteria 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. 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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