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Black sharpened katana Miyamoto Musashi 宮本武蔵

Name: Katana aiguisé noir Miyamoto Musashi 宮本 武蔵
Brand: #Terressens
SKU: 0464
Price: 256 EUR
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Sharp katana with black frame, Miyamoto Musashi tsuba, supplied with protective cloth cover (deluxe version: in a composite wood box with varnished wood stand with protections, protective cloth cover and maintenance kit).

XVIIᵗʰ century, Musashi province (Tōkyō region)

Forged by Nagakuni, my affiliation was engraved on my silk (nakago 茎), discreetly, but indelibly.
I took part in over 60 fights. I accompanied my master, Miyamoto Musashi, who won them all, sometimes with a simple stick, as in his last duel with Sasaki Kojirô, founder of the Ganryû sword school. I inspired my master's techniques, which are so characteristic. Using two swords, katana and wakizashi, he created the "School of Two Swords" (Niken ryū).
I'm back today, carrying with me the master's teachings, in particular his nine principles, including the one I like best: to forge oneself in the Way by practising oneself.

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Miyamoto Musashi 宮本武蔵
Excerpt from the film
"Samurai 3: Duel at Ganryu Island (1956)

Miyamoto Musashi 宮本武蔵

Miyamoto Musashi (宮本武蔵; 1584-1645) was a samurai master, calligrapher, painter and philosopher. He is notably the author of the "Book of Five Rings" (or "Treaty of Five Wheels", Go rin no sho 五輪書), a treatise on the art of swordsmanship. Impossible to summarize, let us note this sentence full of wisdom: "In the way of strategy, the state of your mind must not differ from normal. Whether in combat or in everyday life, it is in calm that you must establish your resolve."

He was also behind the development of a fighting technique using two swords. This gave rise to the "School of Two Swords" (Niken Ryū), renamed the "School of Two Heavens" (Niten Ryu).

Miyamoto Musashi left behind many testimonies, including the "Treatise of the Five Wheels", but also the Dokkōdō, "The Way to Follow Alone", numerous paintings on display at the Eisei Bunko Museum in Tōkyō, a garden unfortunately destroyed during the Second World War...

To find out more: "Sword master Miyamoto Musashi: the man behind the Book of Five Rings on nippon.com

"Treaty of the Five Wheels: Gorin-no-sho", Miyamoto Musashi

In the XVIᵗʰ century, Miyamoto Musashi, samurai undefeated by a life of combat, master of arms and spirit of many disciples, retired to a cave a few months before his death and wrote this classic of universal literature: Treaty of the Five Wheels.
In a luminous text, this warrior gives us the essence of the martial arts and the secret of a victorious strategy that transcends violence and becomes an art of living and acting. An attitude that today explains the reasons for Japanese success in every field.
A lesson to ponder and practice: for the spirit of the art of the sword can be applied to every gesture of daily life.

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"Miyamoto Musashi by Tomu Uchida", the complete collection - DVD box set

On his return to his native village after taking part in the great battle of Sekigahara, young Shinmen Takezo is rejected by his family. Only Otsu, the fiancée of his former friend who left to join him in the war, and the priest Takuan will be at his side. Takuan offers to teach him the arts and manners of a true samurai.
Release date: September 1ˢᵗ, 2015

► Buy the box set (6 DVD)

Miyamoto Musashi: The legendary life of the famous Japanese samurai and philosopher

Miyamoto Musashi (宮本武蔵), legendary samurai and iconic figure in Japanese history, left a lasting legacy in the world of martial arts and Japanese culture. Discover his fascinating life, epic duels and the teachings he passed on through his famous work, The Book of Five Rings.

► Read the article on #Terressens magazine

Technical

Manufacturing
. Grooved blade in Maru 1045 steel, sharpened (suitable for practical cutting)
. Mechanical sharpening
. Through-bristle
. Fixing with two dowels (Mekugi 目釘)
. Handle (tsuka 柄): shagreen (Same 鮫肌, ray skin) covered with black synthetic ito.
. Guard (tsuba 鍔): blackened cast steel .
. Scabbard (saya 鞘) : varnished wood .
. Black lacquered wooden one-seat stand with saya protection (deluxe version)

Features
. Blade length (nagasa 長さ): 70 cm (balance point 15 cm from tsuba)
. Curvature (Sori 反り): 17 mm / Torii-Sori (symmetrical)
. Thickness (Kassane): 7 / 4.5 mm
. Total length: 101 cm
. Tsuba: 7.5 x 7 cm
. Tsuka: 25.5 cm
. Mune (棟) : Hikushi

Weight (approx.) :
. Katana : 1 050 g
. Saya : 290 g

Packaging
Deluxe version (ref. 0464): composite wood case (9 x 15 x 110 cm) containing maintenance kit, lacquered wood stand and fabric protective cover.
Simple version (ref. 0498): 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: Maru

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.

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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TE	tetsubo (november 2024) Good communication Good communication . Well packed: the parcel suffered but the inside was intact. Nice sword for the price. Miyamoto Musashi black sharpened katana 宮本武蔵 (single version) and katana maintenance kit

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	cappe liente (april 2024) perfect frankly super reactive and delivered on time and well packaged the katana and superb I am very pleased with my purchase again thank you Black sharpened katana Miyamoto Musashi 宮本武蔵 with two katana maintenance kits

	customer (march 2024) Perfect Excellent communication, very fast and responsive, good listening skills, very fast delivery and quality work - I recommend it! The gift made me extremely happy :) Black sharpened katana Miyamoto Musashi 宮本武蔵 with a personalized engraving

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侍#Terressens | Samurai & Katanas | Black sharpened katana Miyamoto Musashi 宮本武蔵刀

Black sharpened katana Miyamoto Musashi 宮本武蔵