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Kaji, shirasaya fire (火事), damascened forge

Name: Kaji, shirasaya feu (火事), forge damassée #Terressens
Brand: #Terressens
SKU: 0458
Price: 237 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 100 (41 reviews)

Shirasaya, sharp damascus blade with dark red lacquered scabbard (saya 鞘), supplied with protective cloth cover (deluxe version: in a wooden case containing a maintenance kit)

One on top of the other, slowly, the blacksmith folded the layers that make me up. In the hollow of the forge, I fused with carbon, I transformed myself. I learned to use this foreign element imposed on me to transcend it and become another. Previously rigid and brittle, I've become more resistant, more supple and powerful.
I chose this color red, symbol of creative fire, symbol of life, to envelop and protect me again and again.
Look at how smooth I appear... you can't imagine the fire still bubbling within me...

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Ref #0500 (single version with fabric cover) - Ships within 48 hours
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Technical

Manufacturing
. Throated blade in damascus steel (laminated), sharpened (suitable for practical cutting)
. Mechanical sharpening
. Silk through
. Dowel fastening (Mekugi 目釘)
. Handle (tsuka 柄): same as scabbard .
. Scabbard (saya 鞘) : varnished wood

Features
. Blade length (nagasa 長さ): 70 cm (balance point 15.5 cm from tsuka)
. Curvature (Sori 反り): 17 mm / Torii-Sori (symmetrical)
. Thickness (Kassane): 8 / 5 mm
. Total length: 100.5 cm
. Tsuka: 28.5 cm
. Mune (棟) : Hikushi

Weight (approx.) :
. Shirasaya: 875 g
. Saya : 205 g

Packaging
Luxury version (ref. 0458): composite wood box (9 x 15 x 110 cm) containing a maintenance kit and protective fabric cover.
Simple version (ref. 0500): protective fabric cover

Maintenance
Blade protection: clean the blade and apply a film of oil regularly to prevent oxidation (rust).
Maintenance to be carried out after each cutting training session or monthly without use (see below).

Core steel: 1045

Steel on wire: 1045

Surface steel: 1045

Forge: Damascus

Quenching: simple

Sharpening: mechanical

📌 Also read: katana metallurgy glossary

Maintenance kit

Maintenance of a sword or saber is necessary to prevent oxidation (rust). Old oil must be removed and replaced by a film of new oil. The maintenance kit is composed of several elements:
Microfiber cloth: for cleaning, spreading oil and polishing the blade.
Uchiko: a ball of finely ground chalk (chalk powder) wrapped in a ball of cloth. Intended for cleaning the blade's surface, the powder passes through the wrapping when tapped, allowing it to be sprinkled over the blade's steel.
Oil: applied as a thin film, it protects against oxidation.
Mukugi(x 2): pins (bamboo dowels 目釘) that hold the blade and handle (tsuka 柄) together.
Pin driver (Mekugi Nuki): Small brass hammer with a screwed-in pin for removing mekugi.
Maintenance does not require disassembly, but if you need to remove the handle (tsuka 柄), replace the pins.

Figure 1: Cleaning the blade with a microfiber cloth

Figure 2: Tapping the Uchiko on the blade to deposit limestone powder

Handle with care to avoid injury.
1/ Use the microfiber cloth to remove oil from the blade. From the guard (Tsuba 鍔) to the tip (Kissaki 切先), slide the cleaning cloth over the back of the blade (Mune 棟), folding it in half to wrap both sides of the blade.
Lightly squeeze the cloth between thumb and forefinger to surround the blade from above (first illustration).
2/ Once the old oil has been removed, use the uchiko to lightly tap along the blade (second illustration).
3/ Use the cloth to lightly polish the blade and remove the powder, in the same direction as the first step (first illustration).
4/ Apply the oil along each side of the blade with the sprayer (or a very soft brush). The oil should be spread thinly and evenly, without excess (first illustration).
Be sure not to touch the blade before replacing it in its sheath (saya 鞘).
Clean the microfiber cloth with soapy water.

The art of cutting

Japanese sword cutting practice with shirasaya Kaji, shirasaya feu (火事), damascened forge

The art of Japanese sword cutting or Battōdō (抜刀術) is practiced with blades mounted in katana, wakizashi or tanto depending on its size. The shirasaya mount corresponds to protection. Indeed, shirasaya means "sheath" (saya 拵) of "preservation" (shira 白). This mount was most often used for safe transportation after forging or in peacetime, to protect a blade being repaired or awaiting assembly.

The shirasaya frame is not intended for cutting. The absence of a guard (tsuba 鍔) makes it dangerous to extend the blade (usually controlled by a push of the thumb on the tsuba). What's more, as the handle (tsuka 柄) is not braided (Tsuka-Ito 柄糸), it slips easily in the hands.

Legislation

Since September 6, 2013, new legal provisions stemming from the March 6, 2012 law have come into force. These new rules have strengthened criminal penalties against weapons offenders and introduced a new classification.
Katanas, swords, daggers and knives are now classified in category D. The purchase and possession of these weapons are unrestricted. In principle, they may not be carried or transported without legitimate reason. If transported, the weapon must not be "directly" usable. It must be securely packed in a case or container, preferably with a padlock or other protective system.
To find out more: Code de la sécurité intérieure on Legifrance

The sale of war materiel, weapons, ammunition and their components to minors is prohibited. Please remember to provide us with proof of your majority (identity card, passport) by e-mail to validate your order: studio@terressens.com. If we do not receive this document within 48 hours, your order will be cancelled and reimbursed in full.

To find out more, read our practical information sheet: "Is it legal to own a katana?

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CL	customer (april 2024) very good very good, the only negative point is that the blade doesn't have the thinning marks as shown in the photos. Kaji, shirasaya fire (火事)

	Angus (january 2024) Very satisfied with quality and delivery. Products correspond well to the catalog. Perfect 2-saber quality¹ ² and supports. Very responsive e-mail dialogue. Thank you.

	Pablo (december 2023) Pleasant discovery at terressens Delivery time 3 days PERFECT. VERY NICE sword storage case. Use of the shirasaya to the cut, PERFECT. Proper movement and position. Well positioned blade edge and cut without even feeling anything, or at least just a little. Very nice work on the design of the blade, the patterns on the damascus steel are sublime. Very responsive to questions, always a pleasure. I buy my katanas on (Japanese Katana) that's why I opted for a shirasaya (that I discover) with you but you have nothing to envy them everything is nickel how not to be satisfied. good continuation to you TERRESSENS. PEACE.

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