{"product_id":"katana-samourai-ghost-dog-film","title":"Traditional Japanese Katana Shirasaya “Ghost Dog” - 幽霊犬","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"871\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eA discreet, elegant, and formidable katana. This model is a faithful replica of the one used by the character portrayed by Forest Whitaker in the cult film \u003cstrong\u003e\"Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai\"\u003c\/strong\u003e and embodies the understated elegance of the Japanese Shirasaya: a sharp blade made of 1045 carbon steel, protected by a refined rosewood sheath. A prestigious choice for enthusiasts, practitioners, or collectors.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"528\" data-start=\"497\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"528\" data-start=\"503\"\u003e📜Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"871\"\u003e The Shirasaya spirit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"872\" data-end=\"1268\"\u003eThe \u003cem data-start=\"875\" data-end=\"886\"\u003eShirasaya\u003c\/em\u003e (白鞘, literally “white scabbard”) is a traditional scabbard used to hold high-quality blades. Its distinctive feature: no guard ( \u003cem data-start=\"1041\" data-end=\"1048\"\u003etsuba\u003c\/em\u003e ), no braiding, only the purity of polished wood housing a formidable blade. This Japanese minimalism expresses the mastery and discretion of the sword, as illustrated in the film \u003cem data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1265\"\u003eGhost Dog: The Way of the Samurai\u003c\/em\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1270\" data-end=\"1307\"\u003e A forge faithful to tradition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1605\"\u003e The blade of this katana is forged from \u003cstrong data-start=\"1343\" data-end=\"1365\"\u003e1045 carbon steel\u003c\/strong\u003e and polished with a groove ( \u003cem data-start=\"1387\" data-end=\"1393\"\u003ebohi\u003c\/em\u003e ) to combine lightness and balance. Sharp and durable, it allows for cutting on tatami or lightweight bamboo. Each blade is carefully polished to reflect the elegance of traditional Japanese swords.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1607\" data-end=\"1633\"\u003e Frame and finishes \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-start=\"1634\" data-end=\"1938\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1634\" data-end=\"1761\"\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1636\" data-end=\"1761\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1636\" data-end=\"1677\"\u003eSheath ( \u003cem data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"1654\"\u003eSaya\u003c\/em\u003e ) and handle ( \u003cem data-start=\"1667\" data-end=\"1674\"\u003eTsuka\u003c\/em\u003e )\u003c\/strong\u003e : made of genuine rosewood, offering a warm hue and a noble texture. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1762\" data-end=\"1827\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1764\" data-end=\"1827\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1764\" data-end=\"1774\"\u003eHabaki\u003c\/strong\u003e : made of brass, ensuring the stability of the blade. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1938\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1830\" data-end=\"1938\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1830\" data-end=\"1840\"\u003eDesign\u003c\/strong\u003e : understated, refined, designed to appeal to both collectors and martial arts practitioners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1940\" data-end=\"1966\"\u003e Usage and exclusivity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1967\" data-end=\"1996\"\u003e This katana is suitable for: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-start=\"1997\" data-end=\"2228\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1997\" data-end=\"2061\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1999\" data-end=\"2061\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1999\" data-end=\"2015\"\u003eActual cut\u003c\/strong\u003e : tatami, bamboo. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2062\" data-end=\"2131\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2064\" data-end=\"2131\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2064\" data-end=\"2081\"\u003eMartial arts\u003c\/strong\u003e : demonstration, katas, supervised training. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2132\" data-end=\"2228\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2134\" data-end=\"2228\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2134\" data-end=\"2161\"\u003eCollection \u0026amp; decoration\u003c\/strong\u003e : a simple and elegant piece that stands out for its authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2230\" data-end=\"2442\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e⚙️ Technical specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"font-size: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Total length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e 102 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Blade length (Nagasa)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e 71 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Blade width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n \u003ctd\u003e3.0 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Blade thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e 7 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Blade steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e 1045 carbon steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Type of forge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Single-temper (single-hardened blade)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Hardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e ≈ 35 HRC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Polishing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Mirror polished, with groove (bohi)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Sheath (Saya)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Solid rosewood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Handle length (Tsuka)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e 25 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Fittings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Brass Habaki\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Sharpening\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Sharp blade ready for use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Accessories included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Protective cover\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e⚒️ Forging, Finishing \u0026amp; Customization upon request\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003eEach Sabre is a unique piece, assembled and forged by hand with care and precision.\u003cbr\u003e Customize yours to your liking: choice of steel, sheath color, braiding style, engraving, and much more.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003eYou can also create a \u003cb\u003e100% custom Sabre\u003c\/b\u003e by mixing elements from our existing models (blade, guard, saya, braiding, etc.) to forge a truly unique weapon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e➡️ \u003cb\u003eThis customization service is available upon request for an additional quote in the following section:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bladebushido.com\/pages\/%E2%9A%92%EF%B8%8F-atelier-de-creation\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; 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