List of products by brand John Lee

Katana John Lee model Hannya. It is a masterpiece of Asian forging. Characteristic: The blades of the swords are hand forged from 1095 carbon steel. The sharp blades have traditionally been differentially hardened as a result of the application of clay and have an original Hamon line. Hardness: 60 HRC to the ha and 40 HRC to the mune The wooden grips...

Katana John Lee model Katsumoto. It is a masterpiece of Asian forging. Characteristic: The blade is hand forged from 1095 carbon steel (not stainless). Cross section Hon–Samrei To reduce weight, the sharpened blade includes a fuller (Bo-Hi) Blade traditionally differentially hardened as a result of the clay applied during the cooling process with an...

The Golden Flower Tanto features an extraordinarily beautiful tsuba, which was undoubtedly made by a great master in the 18th century. Since they did not sign their work, unlike blacksmiths, the creators are not known by name. The tsuba was elaborately decorated with golden cherry blossoms (sakura). The cherry blossom is one of the most important symbols...

Katana Musashi Kazara by John Lee with a specially sharpened Damascus blade made of 12-layer 1045 carbon steel with more than 8,000 layers. Shinogi-Zukuri style blade with fillet (Bo-Hi) with integrated hamon line. In this special version the Tsuba is additionally decorated with fine gold inlays and the other parts are also elegantly decorated. Black...

Discover John Lee's authentic Gunto katana! This Japanese military sword stands out for its design and incomparable quality. Its sharp blade is hand forged from 1045 carbon steel, ensuring its strength and durability. With a Shinogi Zukuri style, this katana is ideal for those looking for a true collector's piece. The traditional wooden handle of this...

Both Japanese John Lee Dragon model. Even today, the dragon plays an important role in Japan, especially during the New Year festival. In contrast to the Western word mysticism, the dragon is a lucky mythical creature. The tsuba of this amazing sword forms a dragon that surrounds the sword. Characteristic: Shinogi Zukuri style sword with fuller (Bo-Hi),...

Both Japanese John Lee Ten Kei Aikuchi. The term "ten kei" can be translated as "gift from heaven" and is a symbol of the beauty of nature. This inspired delicate flower patterns on the handmade accessories that are refined with gold and silver. The blade is handmade in the elaborate konbuse style. The hard shell is made from 1095 carbon steel and the...

Both Japanese John Lee model Aikuchi. The Aikuchi Tanto has a hand forged carbon steel blade with a fine hamon and has been traditionally tempered. It is characteristic of this tanto that it does not present a guard (tsuba). Also notable is the shape of the Unokobi Zukuri blade, which has also been used in part with naginatas (a Japanese polearm). The...

Katana premium John Lee Golden Autumn. With this katana the John Lee series presents its new premium model. The blade is made of 12x folded carbon steel (around 8,000 layers), differentially hardened with clay layer 60 HRC on the blade and around 40 HRC on the back. The blade is also constructed in Kobuse-Style* (hard cover, soft core). The masterful work...

Katana John Lee model Goemon. The tsuba shows, among others, Goemon being executed by a woodcut by Toyokuni Ichiyoai. Among other reasons, his name can also be found in the Fuchi in Japanese letters. Characteristic: Sharp blade made of 9260 carbon spring steel (not stainless), suitable for cutting tests. Blade in Unokubi-Zukuri style. Hand-painted tsuba...

Katana John Lee model Tenkei. Tenkei means edelweiss. The fuller hand forged (Bo-Hi) blade is made from 1095 carbon steel (which is not stainless). Made in Kobuse style, traditionally hardened by clay coating. With real Hamon line. 60 HRC in the chainstay, 40 HRC in the rear. The leaf collar (Habaki) is made of brass and the fittings (Tsuba, Fuchi,...

Katana John Lee model Kappa. Sharp ground Damascus blade made from 1045 carbon steel folded 12 times with over 8,000 layers. Blade in Shinogi Zukuri style with distinctive fuller (Bo-Hi). The handle wrapper is made of red cotton in the classic Hineri-Maki style. High gloss black varnished wooden case (Kuroro style). With long tang, which is fixed with two...