The United Black collection delivers another superior example of the Japanese katana. This is the Shikyo (Japanese for “death”) katana. This sword measures 43 1/8” and features a mirror polished 29 1/2” blade of hand forged 1045 carbon steel with a heavy blood groove. The blade tang has an exclusive stamp that can only be found on a United Black sword blade. The hardwood handle offers black ray skin and custom leather wrap accented with brass menuki and a uniquely designed cast metal guard and pommel. This item includes a coordinating hardwood sheath and is placed in a traditional cloth sword bag with a collectible hanging medallion and packaged in a custom box.

43 1/8" overall.
29 1/2" blade.

The United Black collection delivers another superior example of the Japanese katana. This is the Shikyo (Japanese for “death”) katana.