Katana – T10 Clay Tempered Steel Monkey-Themed Katana 猿の刀 Saru Tōtō
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This is Saru Tōtō — a striking katana forged from T10 steel, featuring a playful and symbolic monkey-themed motif. The design represents agility, mischief, and the ancient tale of “the monkey picking peaches.”
The blade is clay tempered using traditional techniques, creating a beautiful hamon line along the edge. With fifteen steps of hand polishing and a clear yokote, the cutting geometry is both sharp and elegant.
The handle (tsuka) is wrapped in brown cord over white imitation ray skin, while the fittings feature a detailed brass and alloy tsuba with three-dimensional monkey and peach reliefs — a rare and whimsical design perfect for collectors.
Specifications
| Material | T10 Tool Steel (clay tempered) |
|---|---|
| Blade | 72 cm, visible hamon, defined yokote, traditional curvature |
| Handle (Tsuka) | 26 cm, brown cotton wrap, white imitation ray skin |
| Fittings | Zinc alloy, antique black brass finish with monkey-and-peach themed tsuba |
| Scabbard (Saya) | Matte black lacquered hardwood with golden sageo |
Dimensions
| Overall Length | 103 cm (40.6 inches) |
|---|---|
| Blade Length | 72 cm (28.3 inches) |
| Handle Length | 26 cm (10.2 inches) |
| Blade Width | 3.2 cm (1.26 inches) |
| Weight without Scabbard | 1.1 kg (2.4 lbs) |
| Total Weight | 1.4 kg (3.1 lbs) |
Features
- Symbolic "Monkey Picking Peaches" motif tsuba — a rare, playful collector's theme
- Hand-forged T10 steel with clay tempering and hamon line
- Classic katana curve and kissaki, with defined yokote
- Brown tsuka-ito wrapping with imitation white ray skin
- Matte black saya with decorative sageo
- Perfect for display, practice, or as a gift for katana collector
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Who are we
Our fearless founder, caught the katana bug in Seki City. But his true obsession lies with ancient Chinese weapons. Inspired by legendary blades like the Goujian Sword and the Ganjiang and Moye Swords, Ryze is on a mission to showcase the beauty of Asian craftsmanship to the world.
Our 11 skilled artisans pour their heart and soul into every blade. From heavy metal enthusiasts to zen masters, each brings their unique personality to the forge, crafting katanas and Chinese swords that are more than just weapons - they're works of art.
Our Head of Research and Development, is the sensei of swordsmithing. With decades of experience and a love for traditional craftsmanship, he ensures every NIMOFAN blade is a masterpiece. Off the clock, he tends to his bonsai collection and practices calligraphy.
Leads our customer service team, ensuring every interaction with NIMOFAN is as exceptional as our products. With her contagious laughter and ability to brighten anyone's day, Emily is the heart of our team.