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Master the art of the samurai with our premium Katana – the ultimate fusion of power, precision, and tradition! Handcrafted with high-carbon steel and razor-sharp edges, our authentic katanas deliver flawless balance and deadly performance. Loved by US martial artists, collectors, and enthusiasts, each sword is a masterpiece of Japanese craftsmanship. Whether for training, display, or appreciation, our katana is the #1 choice for those who demand excellence. Own a legendary blade today!

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Handmade Real Hamon Katana Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel
Handmade Real Hamon Katana Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel
3 Reviews
539.00 USD
Japanese Katana Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel Real Hamon
Japanese Katana Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel Real Hamon
4 Reviews
309.00 USD
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel
10 Reviews
289.00 USD
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword T10 Carbon Steel Full Tang
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword T10 Carbon Steel Full Tang
2 Reviews
399.00 USD
Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword With Crimson Scabbard
Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword With Crimson Scabbard
2 Reviews
189.00 USD
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword Damascus Steel With Blue Scabbard
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword Damascus Steel With Blue Scabbard
2 Reviews
229.00 USD
High-performance Japanese Katana Sword Damascus Steel
High-performance Japanese Katana Sword Damascus Steel
1,139.00 USD
Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword T10 Carbon Steel Real Hamon
Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword T10 Carbon Steel Real Hamon
2 Reviews
449.00 USD
Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword Full Tang With Blue Scabbard
Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword Full Tang With Blue Scabbard
4 Reviews
179.00 USD
High-performance Japanese Katana Sword Pattern Steel Hand Forge
High-performance Japanese Katana Sword Pattern Steel Hand Forge
3 Reviews
829.00 USD
High-performance Katana Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel
High-performance Katana Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel
2 Reviews
549.00 USD
Handmade Real Japanese Katana Sword Damascus Steel Full Tang
Handmade Real Japanese Katana Sword Damascus Steel Full Tang
2 Reviews
299.00 USD
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword High Manganese Steel Full Tang
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword High Manganese Steel Full Tang
3 Reviews
189.00 USD
Japanese Katana Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel Full Tang
Japanese Katana Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel Full Tang
4 Reviews
249.00 USD
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword High Manganese Steel Full Tang
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword High Manganese Steel Full Tang
1 Reviews
209.00 USD
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword Damascus Steel With Red Blade
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword Damascus Steel With Red Blade
2 Reviews
259.00 USD
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword T10 Carbon Steel Full Tang
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword T10 Carbon Steel Full Tang
1 Reviews
409.00 USD
Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword T10 Carbon Steel Blade
Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword T10 Carbon Steel Blade
7 Reviews
229.00 USD

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Customer Reviews

George C Taylor Jr Virginia, United States
Oct 19, 2023 03:33

Very nice sword to add to my collection. Excellent quality and craftsmanship.

Handmade Japanese Katana Sword 1095 Carbon Steel With Blue Scabbard Handmade Japanese Katana Sword 1095 Carbon Steel With Blue Scabbard
Salvador Morales Louisiana, United States
Jan 07, 2022 11:42

This Katana is beautiful and professionally made. The spine of the blade has a bevel finish from the Habaki to the Kissaki which is a nice surprise. I was expecting a flat spine like you find on knives. The blade has nice Harmon and has a really sharp edge. The Ito wrap is nice and tight and fitting are not loose. The Saya has a nice firm fit not to loose or tight when drawing the blade. I check everything and found some minor damage on Saya on Kurikata side on the Kojiri which has a dent on the edge. Other then that this is a beautiful Katana and I will be ordering more from TrueKatana. I recommend them to anyone looking for good quality Katana to buy as present or for your collection.

Handmade Japanese Katana Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel Real Hamon Handmade Japanese Katana Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel Real Hamon
Stan M Kompst Nevada, United States
Nov 13, 2021 16:29

PROMPT DELIVERY. WELL PACKAGED FOR SHIPMENT PROTECTION. I AM VERY PLEASED WITH MY PURCHASE, AND, SHOULD I DECIDE TO PURCHASE ANOTHER SWORD, I WILL DEFINITELY BUY IT FROM TRUE KATANA.

Stan Kompst

High-performance Katana Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel High-performance Katana Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel
Andrew Gentley Florida, United States
Sep 27, 2021 21:18

Great service... Really love my katana. The maroon red blade with the all black handle goes very well together. Will return👍

Handmade Japanese Katana Sword Manganese Steel Red Blade And Black Strap Handmade Japanese Katana Sword Manganese Steel Red Blade And Black Strap
Bosley, Josh Illinois, United States
Aug 23, 2021 14:44

This sword was everything I expected and more. It is very solidly built and has small cosmetic details the pictures don't do justice to. I think I will get one of the folded steel blades from this shop next time now that I know their quality is awesome.

Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword 1065 Carbon Steel With Green Scabbard Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword 1065 Carbon Steel With Green Scabbard
Joshua Demetrious Dubois Georgia, United States
Aug 16, 2021 19:23

What can I say? Handmade Katana, Chinese Straight Sword, and Ninjato? I have never been more satisfied increasing my weapons collection. Well done True Katana. You are true masters of your craft. Dino arigato gozaimasu.

Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword High Manganese Steel With Black Scabbard And Golden Tsuba Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword High Manganese Steel With Black Scabbard And Golden Tsuba
Dennis Walkwitz California, United States
Aug 16, 2021 16:51

Both items that I ordered from your company came true to form! They were beautiful authentic and finally handcrafted. Thank you very much. Also, do you make mantle or wall mounts to hold the swords?

Japanese Katana Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel Full Tang Japanese Katana Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel Full Tang
Wyatt Rossell Kentucky, United States
Jun 22, 2021 11:18

The blade and handle are great. Very well put together and no loose feeling to it at all.

The saya or sheath is the only problem. The design is not center and a little part of it is missing when it was applied. Also there is a small chip in the paint.

Blade came sharp from factory as well. Overall. Beautiful, functional piece.

Handmade Japanese Katana Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel Handmade Japanese Katana Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel
Christian Gregory Missouri, United States
Jun 19, 2021 07:17

The sword itself was in pretty great condition, only complaint to think of was the sheathe was a little cracked towards the end of it but barely so.

Handmade Modern Japanese Samurai Sword High Manganese Steel Full Tang Handmade Modern Japanese Samurai Sword High Manganese Steel Full Tang
Jonathan Boily , Canada
Jun 05, 2021 16:41

The Katana is very well build.
I’m really impressed with the quality.

Handmade Japanese Katana Sword 1045 Carbon Steel With Black Scabbard Handmade Japanese Katana Sword 1045 Carbon Steel With Black Scabbard
James Ferreira Massachusetts, United States
Jun 05, 2021 09:50

Second sword from here and it's just as perfect as the first one!

Handmade Japanese Katana Sword 1045 Carbon Steel With Golden Blade And White Scabbard Handmade Japanese Katana Sword 1045 Carbon Steel With Golden Blade And White Scabbard
Aldous Loyd New York, United States
Apr 25, 2021 04:16

True Katana did a good job fast shipping , easy website . The sword had a really sloppy hamon that looked awful on one side but besides that very good sword for the price. Nice balance.

Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword T10 Carbon Steel Real Hamon With Black Scabbard Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword T10 Carbon Steel Real Hamon With Black Scabbard
Chris Nelson Washington, United States
Mar 13, 2021 17:56

Thank You TrueKatana for my very first Katana ever! Absolutely beautiful! I ordered this on 2/15/2021 and received it on 3/5/2021. This was not only a holiday for the U.S. , but also the starting week of Chinese New Year and I still received my sword in less than three weeks. I am not any kind of practitioner or expert in any way, but from all the videos and forums I could find about what makes a truly good Katana, this one checks all the boxes. Entire sword fitment is very tight.
Tightly wrapped cotton Ito, diamond pattern aligned, tight fitted kashira and fuchi.
Mid grade Tsuba ( I'm guessing brass by the thickness and edge color, but can't find a description besides alloy )
Habaki has smooth transition to the blade, and a very nice subtle hamon pattern. The only thing I could possibly say negative would be the Saya let's the sword slap around inside, but for under $300 what do I know? Now I just have to work up the nerve to cut with it!!! I will definitely be buying from this site again!

Handmade Japanese Katana Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel Handmade Japanese Katana Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel
Travis Lee North Caro, United States
Feb 16, 2021 16:44

Great experience and very happy with quality of the sword! I plan to buy a couple more after seeing the quality of the product.

Handmade Japanese Katana Sword T10 Carbon Steel With Black Scabbard Handmade Japanese Katana Sword T10 Carbon Steel With Black Scabbard
Trent Ciolino Louisiana, United States
Feb 03, 2021 05:06

I am extremely impressed with the quality, craftsmanship, and beauty of both the katana and tanto I received. My only complaint is that processing took longer than expected and the customer service department was basically unresponsive when I emailed checking for an update. That being said I can highly recommend TrueKatana and would certainly buy from them in the future. Katana is well balanced, very sharp, and easily cut through many bundles of bamboo with no imperfections or damage to the blade.

Handmade Real Hamon Katana Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel Handmade Real Hamon Katana Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel
Cian Luther-salazar New Mexico, United States
Jan 28, 2021 11:03

For the price It was Amazing. All the materials that were listed in the description of the item were actually real, including gold, silver, real hard wood saya, including real samegawa rapped handle. The level of detail and craftsmanship of my blade was very high quality. I was also surprised with the fact that the blade had a real hamon (temper line). The one down side is that the saya entrance was a bit wide which causes the blade to not be fully sealed. In conclusion I am very satisfied with my purchase and will buy from here again.

Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel With Brown Scabbard Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel With Brown Scabbard
Jason Frohlich New York, United States
Dec 17, 2020 14:27

I am very impressed with the quality of this sword. Great balance and looks even better than the picture.

Handmade Japanese Katana Sword Damascus Steel Full Tang With Brown Scabbard Handmade Japanese Katana Sword Damascus Steel Full Tang With Brown Scabbard
Trevor Crawford Pennsylvania, United States
Dec 13, 2020 19:05

I really like the sword the blade of it looked maroon and that’s why I got it but it’s bronze other then that great piece!

Handmade Japanese Katana Sword With Crimson Red Blade And Scabbard Handmade Japanese Katana Sword With Crimson Red Blade And Scabbard
Sam Cunningham Pennsylvania, United States
Dec 01, 2020 05:29

I was very pleased with the quality and timely manner of delivery of my product. I will be ordering from them, again in the future.

Sam

Japanese Katana Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel With Orange Scabbard Japanese Katana Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel With Orange Scabbard
Brad Maurer Michigan, United States
Sep 04, 2020 20:08

Looks great and feel great. I'm really happy with it!

Handmade Japanese Katana Sword T10 Carbon Steel With Black Scabbard Handmade Japanese Katana Sword T10 Carbon Steel With Black Scabbard

FAQs

A katana is a japanese sword characterized by a curved, single-edged blade with a circular or squared guard and long grip to accommodate two hands. 


The katana is generally defined as the standard-sized, moderately curved Japanese sword with a blade length greater than 23.86 inches. It is characterized by its distinctive appearance: a curved, slender, single-edged blade with a circular or squared guard and long grip to accommodate two hands.


Western historians have said that the katana was among the finest cutting weapons in world military history. 

Having a regular cleaning routine in place is key to maintaining your katana. 


You can purchase a traditional sword cleaning kit that will have everything you need. There are three steps: removing oil, polishing the blade, and oiling the blade. 


Using a sheet of rice paper from the kit or soft cotton cloth, remove any oil that is still on the blade from the previous maintenance. Take the powder ball and tap it lightly against the blade about every two inches or so along its length. Take a fresh piece of rice paper and rub the powder over the blade to polish it. Do this until both sides of the blade have been polished and the powder completely removed. Take the bottle of oil and apply a few drops along the length of the blade on each side. Use a fresh piece of rice paper to spread the oil evenly on the blade.

The most iconic and well known of all the Samurai swords; the katana is distinguished by its long blade and handle that is made to accommodate two hands and strike from a large distance. It has a curved, slender, single-edged blade with a circular or squared guard. The katana has a set of dimensions that separate it from other samurai swords. A traditional katana will measure 3 to 4 feet in total length, with the hilt taking up one-fourth of the total and a characteristic curvature of more or less than 1 inch. 

A full tang katana is the sword where the tang extends to almost the whole length of the handle, which makes the blade and the handle the same piece of metal. This gives to the sword certain rigidity and makes it a very solid piece to enjoy.


Full Tang katanas are handmade swords. They can be made of various stainless-steel types according to the Carbon Concentration. The forging is the essential part of the production because it allows the samurai sword to be solid and relatively light. Commonly, the piece of metal is repeatedly heated by fire and hammered while the metal is being folded. The mounting of the different parts is a very delicate operation that has its origins deep in the Japanese civilization. Samurai are used to cherish their Katanas as their trusted partners, and they handle them with love and care. 

Clay tempered katana are swords made according to a particular process of blade reinforcement. During the forging, there are steps to go through involving several steps and some compounds mixture, used by the entire swords forger, yet each has its own formula. The compound mixture is none but Clay recipe that each forger has a secret ingredients list. Clay tempering is supposed to be an art more than a sword works. Clay tempered katanas are said to be more resistant and durable. Clay treatment must be operated by professionals to be efficient. Also, each steel type is supposed to be responsive to different clay compositions. 


Traditionally, Carbon Steel is obtained by firing up a particular type of charcoal within a Clay Tub for approximately 72 hours. Iron powder should be added at determined amounts to associate appropriate quantity of Carbon. At the end, the obtained Steel is Stainless; its solidity depends on the amount of Carbon that associates to Iron. The steel obtained is referred to by four digits number which designates Carbon by the two first digits and the percentage of Carbon within the steel. Thus, 1045 Carbon steel refers to Carbon steel material that contains 0.45% Carbon fraction. It is called Medium Carbon Steel as well because that carbon concentration is the minimal required for the Steel to be used for industrial purposes; there are lower concentrations of carbon, but the materials are not suited for industrial use. 1045 Carbon Steel is suited for making katanas because it is cheaper than the other materials used for this industry. It is softer and easily forged. The proper application of the hardening techniques and the Clay treatment, certainly produce amazing steel that can be forged in real pieces of arts.


1060 Carbon Steel is a high carbon steel. The number 1060 refers to a material made of an alloy of Iron with a Carbon tenor of about 0.60%. Other elements can be found mixed to this alloy, but their tenors are not very significant. 1060 Carbon Steel Is harder than 1045 Carbon Steel; this property makes this steel harder to forge. The high Caron tenor makes the 1060 Steel more durable, but it is not high enough to compromise its pliability. The swords made of 1060 Carbon Steel keep their edges sharp longer and they are more expensive. It is the favorite steel material of famous swords companies.


1060 Carbon Steel katanas inherit the durability and the hardness of the steel material. 1060 Carbon Steel Katanas require more effort to produce. The edge is durable, and the sharpness lasts longer. It is more resistant to corrosion and oxidation and therefore requires less maintenance processing than the 1045 Katanas. Though, it is very important to clean the blade and polish it after every extensive use to ensure the durability and the sharpness, and to keep the edge healthy. 1060 Carbon Steel Katanas are expected to be heavier than those made of 1045 Carbon Steel, because of the steel properties. These Katanas create curves while being forged. This is the property of high and medium Carbon Steels: they keep a certain softness which makes them to develop ideal curves  during the clay tempering processes and folding operation. The differential hardening and the folding operations, which are meant to harden the blade can increase the weight of the piece; this situation is handled by an aesthetically implanted blood groove that help eliminate the extra weight but keep the resulting spine from the differential Clay Tempering process.


1060 Carbon Steel Katanas have the medium rank between 1045 and 1095 Carbon Steel Katanas. It appears that they are appreciated for their durability, their hardness and for their affordable price if compared to properties. The easiness of forging reduces dramatically the price of the 11060 swords and makes them very popular.


1060 carbon steel katana is customizable from the forging to the mounting processes. You can chose the Hamon type, the sharpness of the edge, the hardening type and even the forging process. 1060 Carbon steel is hard steel but it is susceptible to hand forging, special press mechanical devices and to milling by dedicated machinery. Opting for 1060 Carbon Steel material is to choose low price material that can be forged into resistant and valuable pieces.

1095 Carbon steel is carbon steel that contains 0.95% of Carbon. Actually, it is called very high carbon steel. This carbon percentage results in hard steel, which is hardly forged by hands. The heat treatment must be conducted delicately because the carbon tends to leak at a certain temperature and if improperly heat treated.


?Heat treatment is to be operated very carefully because it is a delicate operation: improper treatment can result in loss of the carbon fraction and therefore the non-obtaining of the martensite, which can result in the loss of the whole material. The 1095 Carbon Steel comes to be softer than the Stainless Steel, yet it is easier to handle, durable, and more resistant. But among the Carbon Steels, 1095 is the hardest and perhaps the best choice for making swords intended to last longer while being roughly and frequently used.


The Carbon element makes the obtained steel relatively resistant to oxidation even if it has no chromium to be considered stainless. Although, the acquired durability which excels the durability of the Stainless Steel, makes Carbon Steel more preferred for making Swords.


1095 carbon steel katana inherits the hardness and the toughness of the Carbon Steel material. The Swords are intended to regular use and very frequent Dojo cuts. For outdoor displays and shows, 1095 Carbon Steel katanas are more suitable than the 1060 and 1045 Carbon steel Katanas; the last one is already preferred when it is about decorative use. The hardness of the Steel makes the forging process into sword a tough operation and increases the price value of the resulting piece, if handmade. This characteristic induces excellent durability for the 1095 Carbon steel Swords. The durability and the Edge Sharpness are reinforced by the Differential hardening process. It is important to notice that Clay tempered 1095 carbon steel katana are resistant to corrosion and are more resistant to oxidation; they are perhaps stainless. These swords are easier to sharpen and they do not need to have a thick layer of what the swordsmen call 'meat'; the edge keep its sharpness for long time.


The hardness of the 1095 Carbon Steel katana is inherited from the Steel material used for the forgery. Actually, forging Katanas fusing 1095 Carbon Steel appears to be harder than forging swords from others Carbon Steel types. Thus, the price of a 1095 Carbon Steel Katana tends to be higher.


Although 1095 Katanas are tougher than the others Carbon steel Swords they are still susceptible to abrasion and to corrosion if they are not properly cleaned and carefully maintained. Thus, applying cleaning process and using the recommended oil and tools to proceed may augments the durability of the edges and keep the 1095 Carbon Steel katanas properties for long time.


The toughness of the blade, which allows it to be the favorite choice for frequent functional use, may require particular pieces to mount on the blade to form the final Katana. Already, the Carbon steel type has imposed the forging process.


1095 Carbon Steel Katana are full tang katanas because of the hardness of the material and its resistance to shocks which require a tough handle mounted on a tang that is solid enough. Differential Clay Tempering results in a hardening the edge and keeping the spine softer, this operation may increase the durability of the edge and enhances the resistance to corrosion, therefore the edge will support the frequent dojo cut and outdoor display.