{"product_id":"scott-custom-sword-hundred-tempered-sanmai-brass-gilt-silver-sheath","title":"Scott Custom Sword | Hundred-Tempered Three-Piece Sanmai Steel Blade Brass Gilt Silver Sheath Master-Crafted Collector Edition 53cm — Best Premium Collaboration Sword Under $900","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eScott Custom Sword\u003c\/strong\u003e is a co-produced collector collaboration piece of extraordinary craftsmanship — featuring a \u003cstrong\u003ehundred-tempered three-piece sanmai steel blade\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003ebrass gilt silver sheath\u003c\/strong\u003e, hand sharpened to a collector-grade edge, 53cm. The best premium collector collaboration sword under $900.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat makes the Scott Custom Sword extraordinary? Hundred-tempered steel: the highest level of traditional steel refinement, repeated folding and tempering to remove impurities and align grain structure. Three-piece sanmai construction: hard high-carbon edge + tough outer layers, the finest blade architecture. Brass gilt silver sheath: imperial-level metalsmithing. Co-produced collaboration: unique partnership between craftsman and collector. Hand sharpened, collector-grade edge, 53cm.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotice: Sharp blade — handle with care. For collectors and adults 18+ only. Display and collection purposes.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHundred-Tempered Steel — The Ancient Art of Refinement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHundred-tempered steel is the traditional Chinese and Japanese technique of repeatedly folding and tempering steel to refine it to the highest possible level of quality. The term refers to the repeated heating, folding, and forge-welding of the steel — a process that removes impurities, homogenizes the carbon content, and aligns the grain structure to produce a blade of exceptional toughness, sharpness, and beauty. In traditional sword-making, the number of folds was a measure of the swordsmith's skill and dedication — a hundred-tempered blade represents the highest level of commitment to the craft. The grain pattern (hada) created by this process is visible on the blade surface, making each hundred-tempered blade a unique work of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThree-Piece Sanmai Construction — The Finest Blade Architecture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe three-piece sanmai construction is a traditional blade construction technique in which three distinct steel components are forge-welded together: a hard high-carbon steel core for the edge, flanked by two softer steel outer layers for toughness and flexibility. This construction combines the best properties of hard and soft steel in a single blade — a razor-sharp, hard edge that holds its sharpness, supported by a tough, flexible body that resists breaking. The sanmai construction is the same technique used in the finest traditional Japanese swords and represents the pinnacle of blade architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBrass Gilt Silver Sheath — Imperial-Level Metalsmithing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe brass gilt silver sheath is a masterwork of metalsmithing — constructed from brass and finished with gilt silver, creating a presentation of extraordinary visual richness. The combination of brass and silver creates a warm, lustrous surface that complements the blade's steel perfectly. This level of sheath craftsmanship is reserved for the most prestigious swords — a fitting presentation for a hundred-tempered sanmai blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCo-Produced Collaboration — A Unique Partnership\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sword is a co-produced collaboration piece — a unique partnership between Samurai Sword Shop and collector Scott, resulting in a blade that reflects both the maker's craft and the collector's vision. Each co-produced piece is unique, representing a specific moment of collaboration between craftsman and collector. The Scott Custom Sword is not a mass-produced product — it is a one-of-a-kind collector piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Is This For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerious collectors searching for the best premium collector collaboration sword under $900\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors who want a hundred-tempered sanmai blade with imperial-level sheath presentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who wants a unique co-produced sword that represents a specific moment of collaboration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGift-givers searching for a unique premium sword gift under $900\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnthusiasts who appreciate traditional hand-sharpened craftsmanship and the finest blade architecture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 53 cm (20.86 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 32 cm (12.59 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle Length: 17 cm (6.69 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 0.9 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade: Hundred-tempered steel, three-piece sanmai construction, hand sharpened, full tang\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSheath: Brass gilt silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU: ZJX001\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePackage Contents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Scott Custom Sword (hundred-tempered sanmai steel)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Brass gilt silver sheath\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Cleaning cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShips from US local warehouse — fast domestic delivery. 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