Blazing Crown – Fire Element
Blazing Crown is a Japanese decorative katana inspired by leadership and commanding presence within the Fire element.
It represents confidence refined through experience. Fire, at its highest form, is no longer wild — it is directed. It does not seek attention; it naturally draws it. In the philosophy of Fire, leadership emerges when intensity is tempered by discipline. Blazing Crown embodies that earned authority — a presence shaped by endurance, clarity, and control.
The fittings are crafted from zinc alloy with dual gold and silver plating, creating a balanced contrast between brilliance and restraint. This two-tone finish reflects the dual nature of fire — radiance and precision held in harmony. Synthetic ray skin reinforces the handle, maintaining structural consistency and visual cohesion.
The saya is made from high-mountain hardwood and finished with hand-applied lacquer, enhanced by detailed decorative applications that add depth without excess.
The blade is hand-forged from T10 high-carbon steel and clay-tempered before water quenching. This traditional process increases edge hardness while preserving structural integrity. A bo-hi groove runs along the blade, reducing visual mass while emphasizing line and movement.
The surface is refined through a 15-step hand polishing process, enhancing clarity and highlighting the blade’s geometry.
Blazing Crown is intended exclusively for decorative display and collection, uniting elemental symbolism with disciplined craftsmanship.
Specifications
Name: Blazing Crown
Element: Fire
Fittings (Koshirae): Zinc alloy with dual gold and silver plating
Samegawa (Ray Skin): Synthetic ray skin
Scabbard (Saya): High-mountain hardwood, hand-lacquered with decorative detailing
Steel: Hand-forged T10 high-carbon steel
Heat Treatment: Clay-tempered and water-quenched
Blade Feature: Bo-hi groove
Blade Finish: 15-step hand polishing
Overall Length (with Saya): 103 cm
Blade Length: 72 cm
Handle Length: 26 cm
Blade Width: 3.2 cm
Weight (Without Saya): Approx. 1100 g
Total Weight (With Saya): Approx. 1400 g