What material is this sword made of?

Each DRACBLADE sword is hand-forged from high-carbon steel (1060) by master artisans in Longquan, China using traditional techniques passed down through generations.

Is this sword sharpened and functional?

DRACBLADE swords are decorative collectibles with unsharpened blades. They are designed for display, collection, and cultural appreciation — not for combat or cutting.

What is included with my purchase?

Each sword comes with a wooden scabbard (saya) with lacquer finish, a premium display stand with felt padding, a cleaning kit with choji oil and uchiko powder, a certificate of authenticity, and a care instructions manual.

Do you ship worldwide?

Yes, DRACBLADE offers worldwide shipping. Free shipping is available on orders over $199. International customers are responsible for complying with local import regulations.

What is your return policy?

DRACBLADE offers a 30-day return policy on all swords. Each piece is individually hand-forged, so slight variations in hamon pattern and grain are marks of authentic craftsmanship.

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DRACBLADE

Katana - Nagakura Shinpachi 1060

$239.00 USD

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This is a well-made folded steel Katana, following the traditional Japanese process. The blade is very sharp and folded 13 times resulting in over 8,000 layers. It comes with a black lacquered hard wood saya and silk sageo/ito, iron fittings, and genuine same (rayskin). The tang is secured into the handle with two bamboo mekugi and features a hand engraved Mei(signature). It is a very good choice for Dojo students, gifts, cutting practice, and display. It is durable enough for cutting tameshigiri and bamboo. Each sword is individually handmade so specifications vary slightly from sword to sword.

Hand Forged Folded Steel Blade Samurai Sword Maru Katana Features:

Product Specifications

Brand	DRACBLADE
Classification	Damascus Sword / Folded Steel Sword / Pattern Steel Blade
Blade Material	1060 Carbon Steel
Intended Use	Display & Cosplay
Origin	Longquan, China — City of Swords

Blade Material Deep Dive

1060 carbon steel with balanced hardness and flexibility, ideal for functional blades.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this sword sharp / battle-ready?

Katana - Nagakura Shinpachi 1060 is designed as a display sword and luxury cosplay prop. While the blade may arrive sharpened, it is not intended for contact use, cutting practice, or combat of any kind.

What makes 1060 Carbon Steel special?

1060 carbon steel with balanced hardness and flexibility, ideal for functional blades.

Can this be used for cosplay or conventions?

Yes — this is one of the ideal uses for this piece. Its authentic appearance makes it perfect for cosplay, LARP, and convention display. Always check your event's weapon policy beforehand.

How is this sword crafted?

Each DRACBLADE sword is hand-forged by artisans in Longquan, China — a city with over 2,600 years of swordmaking tradition. The blade undergoes heat treatment, tempering, grinding, and polishing through 12+ individual steps before final assembly.