{"product_id":"26-inch-manganese-steel-japanese-katana-black-blade-handmade-samurai-tachi-sword-battle-ready","title":"26 Inch Manganese Steel Japanese Katana Black Blade Handmade Samurai Tachi Sword Battle Ready","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\"\u003e\u003cmeta name=\"description\" content=\"26-inch Japanese Katana forged from manganese steel, bendable to 90° without deformation. Features traditional blackening treatment, hand-polished white edge with double line, rosewood scabbard, and zinc alloy fittings. Full tang, battle ready.\"\u003e \u003cbase target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- Hero Section --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; padding: 40px 20px; background: linear-gradient(135deg, #0a0a0a 0%, #1c1c1c 100%); color: #d4af37; border-radius: 8px; margin-bottom: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"font-size: 30px; margin-bottom: 10px; letter-spacing: 2px; text-transform: uppercase;\"\u003e26\" Manganese Steel Katana\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #c0c0c0; font-style: italic;\"\u003e90° Bend Resistant · Blackened Blade · White Edge Polish · Rosewood Saya · Battle Ready\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Key Highlights --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 15px; margin-bottom: 35px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 200px; background: #f8f8f8; padding: 18px; border-left: 4px solid #d4af37; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #2e7d32; display: block; margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e💪 90° Bend Without Deformation\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eForged from high-manganese steel for extreme flexibility — bends a full 90 degrees and springs back straight without permanent deformation.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 200px; background: #f8f8f8; padding: 18px; border-left: 4px solid #d4af37; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #2e7d32; display: block; margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e⚫ Traditional Blackening Treatment\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThe ancient blackening (oxidation) process creates a deep, dark blade surface that resists rust and gives the sword a menacing, battle-worn aesthetic.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 200px; background: #f8f8f8; padding: 18px; border-left: 4px solid #d4af37; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #2e7d32; display: block; margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e⚔️ Hand-Polished White Edge\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eFull hand-polished white edge with a distinctive double line — a razor-sharp cutting edge that gleams against the darkened blade body.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Product Story --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #2e7d32; border-bottom: 2px solid #d4af37; padding-bottom: 8px; font-size: 22px;\"\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003e26-inch Manganese Steel Katana\u003c\/strong\u003e is built for those who demand both beauty and brutal performance. Forged from \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-manganese steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, this blade possesses an extraordinary level of \u003cstrong\u003eflexibility and resilience\u003c\/strong\u003e — it can be bent to a full \u003cstrong\u003e90 degrees\u003c\/strong\u003e and will spring back to its original straight form without permanent deformation. This is not a display piece that fears impact. This is a blade that commands respect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eThe blade surface undergoes a \u003cstrong\u003etraditional blackening treatment\u003c\/strong\u003e — an ancient oxidation process that creates a deep, dark, matte-black finish across the steel. This isn't just for looks: the blackened layer provides \u003cstrong\u003eenhanced corrosion resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e and gives the sword a menacing, battle-worn aesthetic that sets it apart from ordinary polished blades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eThe cutting edge is finished with a \u003cstrong\u003efull hand-polished white edge\u003c\/strong\u003e featuring a distinctive \u003cstrong\u003edouble line\u003c\/strong\u003e — a meticulous technique where the edge is polished to a bright, silvery finish that contrasts dramatically against the darkened blade body. The result is a razor-sharp edge that gleams like a silver thread against a field of shadow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ezinc alloy fittings set\u003c\/strong\u003e — tsuba, fuchi, and kashira — is finished in a refined silver tone with intricate relief patterns. The \u003cstrong\u003ehandle is wrapped with traditional cotton cord\u003c\/strong\u003e over a classic diamond-pattern base for an authentic samurai grip. The \u003cstrong\u003esolid rosewood scabbard (saya)\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a warm, natural wood grain that complements the dark blade with understated elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- Specifications Table --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #2e7d32; border-bottom: 2px solid #d4af37; padding-bottom: 8px; font-size: 22px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-bottom: 30px; font-size: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold; width: 40%;\"\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e40.9 inches \/ 104 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e28 inches \/ 71 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e10.6 inches \/ 27 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBlade Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1.26 inches \/ 3.2 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eHigh-Manganese Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBlade Treatment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTraditional Blackening (Oxidation) Process\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eEdge Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eHand-Polished White Edge with Double Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFlexibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBends 90° Without Permanent Deformation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFittings (Koshirae)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eZinc Alloy Full Set (Tsuba, Fuchi, Kashira)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eHandle Wrap (Tsuka-ito)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eHand-Wrapped Cotton Cord\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eScabbard (Saya)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSolid Rosewood with Natural Wood Grain Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- Bullet Points --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #2e7d32; border-bottom: 2px solid #d4af37; padding-bottom: 8px; font-size: 22px;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style: none; padding: 0; margin-bottom: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 10px 0 10px 30px; position: relative; font-size: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"position: absolute; left: 0; color: #d4af37; font-size: 18px;\"\u003e▸\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e90° Bend-Resistant Manganese Steel\u003c\/strong\u003e — Forged from high-manganese steel with exceptional flexibility. The blade can be bent to a full 90 degrees and will spring back to straight without permanent deformation — a testament to superior metallurgy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 10px 0 10px 30px; position: relative; font-size: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"position: absolute; left: 0; color: #d4af37; font-size: 18px;\"\u003e▸\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Blackening Treatment\u003c\/strong\u003e — Ancient oxidation process creates a deep, dark matte-black blade surface that resists corrosion and gives the sword a striking, battle-worn aesthetic unlike any polished blade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 10px 0 10px 30px; position: relative; font-size: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"position: absolute; left: 0; color: #d4af37; font-size: 18px;\"\u003e▸\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHand-Polished White Edge with Double Line\u003c\/strong\u003e — The cutting edge is meticulously polished by hand to a bright, silvery finish with a distinctive double line, creating a razor-sharp edge that gleams dramatically against the blackened blade body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 10px 0 10px 30px; position: relative; font-size: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"position: absolute; left: 0; color: #d4af37; font-size: 18px;\"\u003e▸\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eZinc Alloy Fittings Set\u003c\/strong\u003e — Complete matching mountings (tsuba, fuchi, kashira) crafted from zinc alloy with intricate relief patterns in a refined silver tone for a cohesive, elegant traditional look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 10px 0 10px 30px; position: relative; font-size: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"position: absolute; left: 0; color: #d4af37; font-size: 18px;\"\u003e▸\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHand-Wrapped Cotton Tsuka-ito\u003c\/strong\u003e — Traditional cotton cord wrapped by hand for an authentic grip, proper ergonomics, and timeless samurai aesthetics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 10px 0 10px 30px; position: relative; font-size: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"position: absolute; left: 0; color: #d4af37; font-size: 18px;\"\u003e▸\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSolid Rosewood Saya\u003c\/strong\u003e — Hand-crafted scabbard made from genuine rosewood, showcasing a warm, natural wood grain that complements the dark blade with understated, organic elegance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 10px 0 10px 30px; position: relative; font-size: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"position: absolute; left: 0; color: #d4af37; font-size: 18px;\"\u003e▸\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFull Tang Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — Blade extends through the entire handle for perfect balance, maximum strength, and authentic samurai sword handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- Usage \u0026 Audience --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #2e7d32; border-bottom: 2px solid #d4af37; padding-bottom: 8px; font-size: 22px;\"\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 10px; margin-bottom: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"background: #2e7d32; color: white; padding: 6px 14px; border-radius: 20px; font-size: 13px;\"\u003eJapanese Sword Collectors\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"background: #2e7d32; color: white; padding: 6px 14px; border-radius: 20px; font-size: 13px;\"\u003eMartial Arts Training\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"background: #2e7d32; color: white; padding: 6px 14px; border-radius: 20px; font-size: 13px;\"\u003eIaido \u0026amp; Kenjutsu Practice\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"background: #2e7d32; color: white; padding: 6px 14px; border-radius: 20px; font-size: 13px;\"\u003eTameshigiri (Cutting Practice)\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"background: #2e7d32; color: white; padding: 6px 14px; border-radius: 20px; font-size: 13px;\"\u003eHome \u0026amp; Dojo Display\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"background: #2e7d32; color: white; padding: 6px 14px; border-radius: 20px; font-size: 13px;\"\u003eAnniversary Gift\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"background: #2e7d32; color: white; padding: 6px 14px; border-radius: 20px; font-size: 13px;\"\u003eFather's Day Gift\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"background: #2e7d32; color: white; padding: 6px 14px; border-radius: 20px; font-size: 13px;\"\u003eCosplay \u0026amp; Reenactment\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Disclaimer --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #e8f5e9; border: 1px solid #2e7d32; border-radius: 6px; padding: 18px; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #2e7d32;\"\u003e⚠️ Important Notice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 8px 0 0 0; font-size: 14px; color: #1b5e20;\"\u003eYou must be \u003cstrong\u003e18 years or older\u003c\/strong\u003e to purchase this item. 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