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The Heavy Cutting Katana Series pairs cutting-sharp geometry with 5160 spring steel for hard, repeated cuts through wood targets and rolled tatami omote.
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Katana - Amethist Bloesem 5160 Verenstaal
Katana
Blade material
2000 g
Shipping weight
Handcrafted
Workshop prepared
15-day returns
Eligible non-custom items
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Beschrijving en specificaties
Amethist Bloesem 5160 Verenstaal Katana
Amethyst Bloom combineert dieppaarse patronen, een paarse handvatwikkeling en een veelkleurige sageo voor een expressieve bloemenlook. Het spiegelgepolijste 5160 verenstalen lemmet is bedoeld voor gecontroleerd snijden op goedgekeurde doelen, met richtlijnen voor snede-uitlijning en onderhoud.
Ontworpen voor verzamelaars, tentoonstelling, cadeaus en gecontroleerde snijpraktijk door getrainde volwassenen waar dit legaal is. Vergelijk de specificaties en beschikbare opties vóór het bestellen.
Specificaties
| Lemmettype | Katana |
|---|---|
| Materiaal van het Lemmet | 5160 verenstaal |
| Lemmetafwerking | Spiegelgepolijst |
| Lemmetgeometrie | Shinogi-zukuri |
| Bladgroef | Bo-Hi of geen Bo-Hi |
| Warmtebehandeling | Gecontroleerde warmtebehandeling |
| Bevestigingen | Koperen seppa en habaki; modelspecifiek tsuba-ontwerp |
| Handvat Wrap | Katoenen wikkeling |
| Saya / Schede | Massief hout met pianolakafwerking |
| Totale lengte | 102 cm |
| Snijlengte | 72 cm |
| Handvatlengte | 27 cm |
| Basisbreedte | 3,2 cm |
| Basisdikte | 0,7 cm |
| Tipbreedte | 2,2 cm |
| Puntdikte | 0,5 cm |
| Ca. gewicht | 1.100 g zonder saya; 1.300 g met saya |
| Verzendgewicht | 2000 g |
| Opties | Bo-Hi of zonder Bo-Hi; optionele gravure op maat. Wordt geslepen geleverd. |
| Inbegrepen | Zwaardtas en katanastandaard |
| Goedgekeurd gebruik | Gecontroleerd snijden op goedgekeurde doelwitten door getrainde volwassenen, mits wettelijk toegestaan |
| Belangrijke beperkingen | Sla nooit op metaal, draad, gereedschap, scharen, hard staal of een ander lemmet. |
| Verzorging | Reinig en droog na gebruik; breng vóór opslag een dunne laag geschikte beschermende olie aan. |
Katana - Amethist Bloesem 5160 Verenstaal
$310.99
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Built for the cut
Four strengths. One cutting system.01Cutting-sharp edgeClean, decisive cuts on approved wood targets.
025160 spring steelToughness-focused functional blade material.
03Edge stabilityCorrect alignment reduces damaging side load.
04Controlled heat treatmentBalanced for edge stability and impact tolerance.
Katana
Katana - Amethist Bloesem 5160 Verenstaal
$310.99
KatanaProduct type
2000 gShipping weight
HandcraftedWorkshop prepared
15-day returnsEligible non-custom items
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Katana - Amethist Bloesem 5160 Verenstaal
Description & specifications
Amethist Bloesem 5160 Verenstaal Katana
Amethyst Bloom combineert dieppaarse patronen, een paarse handvatwikkeling en een veelkleurige sageo voor een expressieve bloemenlook. Het spiegelgepolijste 5160 verenstalen lemmet is bedoeld voor gecontroleerd snijden op goedgekeurde doelen, met richtlijnen voor snede-uitlijning en onderhoud.
Ontworpen voor verzamelaars, tentoonstelling, cadeaus en gecontroleerde snijpraktijk door getrainde volwassenen waar dit legaal is. Vergelijk de specificaties en beschikbare opties vóór het bestellen.
Specificaties
| Lemmettype | Katana |
|---|---|
| Materiaal van het Lemmet | 5160 verenstaal |
| Lemmetafwerking | Spiegelgepolijst |
| Lemmetgeometrie | Shinogi-zukuri |
| Bladgroef | Bo-Hi of geen Bo-Hi |
| Warmtebehandeling | Gecontroleerde warmtebehandeling |
| Bevestigingen | Koperen seppa en habaki; modelspecifiek tsuba-ontwerp |
| Handvat Wrap | Katoenen wikkeling |
| Saya / Schede | Massief hout met pianolakafwerking |
| Totale lengte | 102 cm |
| Snijlengte | 72 cm |
| Handvatlengte | 27 cm |
| Basisbreedte | 3,2 cm |
| Basisdikte | 0,7 cm |
| Tipbreedte | 2,2 cm |
| Puntdikte | 0,5 cm |
| Ca. gewicht | 1.100 g zonder saya; 1.300 g met saya |
| Verzendgewicht | 2000 g |
| Opties | Bo-Hi of zonder Bo-Hi; optionele gravure op maat. Wordt geslepen geleverd. |
| Inbegrepen | Zwaardtas en katanastandaard |
| Goedgekeurd gebruik | Gecontroleerd snijden op goedgekeurde doelwitten door getrainde volwassenen, mits wettelijk toegestaan |
| Belangrijke beperkingen | Sla nooit op metaal, draad, gereedschap, scharen, hard staal of een ander lemmet. |
| Verzorging | Reinig en droog na gebruik; breng vóór opslag een dunne laag geschikte beschermende olie aan. |
Shipping, delivery & customs
Verified orders are usually processed in 1–3 business days. Standard handcrafted katana normally need 7–21 business days of workshop preparation before dispatch; peak periods may take longer.
Transit begins after dispatch. Most destinations take about 7–15 days, mainland Europe about 17–20 days, Japan about 12–15 days, and some US West Coast UPS routes about 13–20 days.
Shipping is calculated separately from the product price using each cart item's confirmed shipping type and quantity. The final rate is shown at checkout. EU VAT is typically included for standard packages; UK and other non-EU duties are generally not included. Swords over 1.18 m follow an oversized exception.
Returns & support
Eligible unused, non-custom items in original condition and packaging may be requested for return within 15 days of delivery. Custom products and gift cards are not returnable.
For non-quality returns, the customer covers return shipping. If an item arrives damaged or defective, contact NIMOFAN promptly with your order number and photos so the support team can review it.
Inside the workshop
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See how your sword is shaped, inspected and protected before carrier pickup.
Heat & shape
Polish & inspect
Packed to travel
Questions before ordering
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about delivery, tracking and customization.
When will I see the shipping cost?
Select your destination above for the item-type estimate. Your final rate is confirmed at checkout from the item types and quantities in your cart.
How long before my sword ships?
Orders are usually checked in 1–3 business days. Standard handcrafted katana normally need 7–21 business days of workshop preparation before dispatch.
Will I receive tracking?
Tracking is provided after dispatch. Transit begins after workshop preparation and carrier pickup are complete.
Can engraved items be returned?
Customized items are not returnable unless there is a verified quality issue. Review the exact engraving text before adding the sword to your bag.
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Built for hard cutting practice
Heavy Cutting Katana Series
Built to cut hard. Built to come back for more.
A cutting-sharp 5160 spring-steel katana made for hard, repeated cuts through proper wood targets and rolled tatami omote. Pick your line, commit to the cut and let the blade work.
5160 spring steelPerformance blade material
Hard cuttingWood targets and rolled tatami omote
Save the force for the right targetNo hard steel, tools, wire or blade-on-blade impact
Choose a target worth cutting
Wood and tatami omote. This is where it earns its name.
This series is built for decisive tameshigiri-style practice on proper targets. Set the target securely, line up the edge and cut with confidence.Give it the targets it was built for
Clean wood blocks, suitable timber targets and tightly rolled tatami omote (goza) are the main event. Secure the stand, clear the area and commit to a clean follow-through.
Do not waste a great blade on junk
Hard steel, wire, hangers, scissors, tools, stone, concrete and another blade are not cutting targets. Sword-on-sword and sideways metal impacts can damage any edge.
Heavy Cutting Series in action
Watch it hit hard.
Wood does not care about marketing copy. This real Heavy Cutting Series test shows the kind of decisive impact and follow-through the entire lineup is built to deliver.
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Same cutting brief across the seriesEight finishes. One performance-first 5160 spring-steel platform.
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One rule before you swing
Let the edge hit first—not the flat.
A katana loves a clean angle and hates a sideways slap. Line up the edge, follow through and let the blade do the work.
- Start smooth. Add power after the blade path feels right.
- If the target moves, reset. Do not chase it halfway through the swing.
- A crooked hit can roll an edge. Even a beast deserves a straight shot.
Precision heat treatment
5160 steel, tuned for punishment.
A 10-hour furnace-controlled heat-treatment cycle builds the working balance this series needs: a hard cutting edge, spring-steel toughness and the resilience to take repeated impact.- 01830–860°C austenitizingThe 5160 steel is heated evenly into the austenitizing range under controlled furnace conditions before the quench.
- 02Oil quenchOil quenching develops hardness while reducing the cracking and distortion risk of a faster water quench.
- 03Double temper at 200–250°CTwo tempering cycles bring the blade from peak quenched hardness to its final working balance of edge retention, toughness and impact resistance.
Hardness profile: Gehard: HRC 62–64 · Eindhardheid: HRC 57–59
After the cut
Clean, dry, inspect, oil.
5160 is not stainless steel. Remove moisture and residue after use, dry the blade completely, apply a light coat of sword oil and inspect the edge and fittings before storage.
Complete the setup
Cut hard. Clean it right.
5160 spring steel rewards simple maintenance. Add the Katana Cleaning Kit now, then wipe, dry and oil the blade after every cutting session.
$25.00
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What cutters actually ask
Straight answers before you send it.
Targets, steel, hardness, edge alignment and care—the useful answers are all here.What is 5160 spring steel?+
5160 is a chromium-alloy spring steel prized for toughness and resilience. In this series it is paired with a precision, furnace-controlled oil-quench and double-temper process for hard cutting work.
Is 5160 steel good for a hard-cutting katana?+
Yes. Its combination of toughness, spring-like resilience and edge stability makes properly heat-treated 5160 an excellent match for repeated cuts on wood targets and rolled tatami omote.
What does “battle-ready” mean here?+
It means a sharpened, functional katana made for real cutting practice. Many NIMOFAN swords are capable cutters; the Heavy Cutting Series goes further with a second edge refinement for a keener edge and more aggressive cutting performance.
What targets is this katana built to cut?+
Many functional NIMOFAN swords can cut clean wood blocks, suitable timber and tightly rolled tatami omote (goza). The Heavy Cutting Series is the more performance-focused choice, with a second edge refinement that delivers a keener edge and more decisive performance on these targets.
Can it cut metal, wire, tools or another blade?+
Do not use hard steel, wire, hangers, scissors, tools, stone, concrete or another blade as targets. Even premium blade steel can chip when it meets a harder object or a sideways metal impact.
Can a bad cutting angle damage the edge?+
Yes. If the flat reaches the target before the edge, the sideways load can roll or chip the edge. Point the edge where you want the cut to go, then follow through cleanly.
Can the blade chip, roll, bend or break?+
On proper targets with clean edge alignment, this blade is built to resist chipping, rolling and breakage through hard cutting sessions. Hard metal, another blade, prior damage or a badly misaligned impact can damage any sword.
How hard is the blade?+
The blade reaches approximately HRC 62–64 after quenching, then finishes at a working hardness of approximately HRC 57–59 after double tempering.
How is the blade heat-treated?+
The 5160 steel is austenitized at approximately 830–860°C, oil-quenched, then double-tempered at approximately 200–250°C as part of a 10-hour furnace-controlled heat-treatment cycle.
Does 5160 spring steel rust?+
Yes. It is not stainless steel. After cutting, wipe the blade clean, dry it completely and apply a light coat of sword oil before storage.
Is this suitable for a first-time cutter?+
It can be, if you learn edge alignment first, use a secure stand and start on an appropriate target. Smooth and straight beats wild and powerful every time.
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