One of the most distinctive attributes of traditional Japanese swords is the “hamon” or “hamon” line, which is a wavy line at the edge of the blade that shows where the clay tempering process took place.
This is not just cosmetic, it is a mark of quality if it is authentic. Here’s what you need to know.
What Clay Tempering Does
When a...
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