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Discover the allure and craftsmanship of the Katana, a symbol of honor and tradition that transcends time. Each Katana on our site is meticulously crafted by skilled artisans, ensuring an authentic piece that embodies the spirit of the samurai. Whether you're an avid collector or a passionate enthusiast, our selection offers something for everyone, from beautifully adorned blades to elegantly simple designs. Imagine holding a piece of history in your hands, feeling the perfect balance and sharp edge that define the Katana's legendary reputation. Our Katanas are not just swords; they are works of art that inspire and captivate. Experience the unmatched quality and exquisite detail of our Katanas, perfect for display, practice, or as a unique gift. Join our community of Katana enthusiasts and bring home a masterpiece that tells a story of courage, precision, and timeless elegance. Explore our collection today and find the perfect Katana that speaks to your soul.

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Superior Quality Exquisite T10 Carbon Steel Katana With Clay Tempered Blade
Superior Quality Exquisite T10 Carbon Steel Katana With Clay Tempered Blade
439.00 USD
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Was: 629.00 USD
Handmade High-quality T10 Carbon Steel Katana With Clay Tempered Blade
Handmade High-quality T10 Carbon Steel Katana With Clay Tempered Blade
379.00 USD
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Was: 549.00 USD
Masterfully Crafted Katana With T10 Carbon Steel Clay Tempered Blade
Masterfully Crafted Katana With T10 Carbon Steel Clay Tempered Blade
1 Reviews
359.00 USD
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Was: 509.00 USD
Hand-forged Premium Katana With Folded Melaleuca Steel Blade
Hand-forged Premium Katana With Folded Melaleuca Steel Blade
559.00 USD
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Was: 799.00 USD
High-performance Full Tang Japanese Samurai Sword With T10 Carbon Steel Blade
High-performance Full Tang Japanese Samurai Sword With T10 Carbon Steel Blade
369.00 USD
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Was: 529.00 USD
High-performance Full Tang  Katana Sword T10 Carbon Steel With Real Hamon Blade
High-performance Full Tang Katana Sword T10 Carbon Steel With Real Hamon Blade
659.00 USD
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Was: 949.00 USD
High-performance Handmade Samurai Sword With Damascus Steel Blade
High-performance Handmade Samurai Sword With Damascus Steel Blade
579.00 USD
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Was: 829.00 USD
High-performance  Exquisite Handmade Full-tang Katana Sword With Real Hamon Blade
High-performance Exquisite Handmade Full-tang Katana Sword With Real Hamon Blade
799.00 USD
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Was: 1,139.00 USD
High-performance Handmade Full-tang Japanese Katana Sword With Clay Tempered Blade
High-performance Handmade Full-tang Japanese Katana Sword With Clay Tempered Blade
709.00 USD
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Was: 1,019.00 USD
High-performance Japanese Katana Sword With Damascus Steel Blade
High-performance Japanese Katana Sword With Damascus Steel Blade
429.00 USD
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Was: 619.00 USD
High-performance Japanese Samurai Sword Damascus Steel Full Tang
High-performance Japanese Samurai Sword Damascus Steel Full Tang
1 Reviews
359.00 USD
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Was: 509.00 USD
High-performance Japanese Katana Sword Damascus Steel With Green Saya
High-performance Japanese Katana Sword Damascus Steel With Green Saya
589.00 USD
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Was: 839.00 USD
Handmade Full Tang Japanese Katana Sword T10 Carbon Steel
Handmade Full Tang Japanese Katana Sword T10 Carbon Steel
369.00 USD
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Was: 529.00 USD
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword T10 Carbon Steel Real Hamon
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword T10 Carbon Steel Real Hamon
289.00 USD
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Was: 409.00 USD
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword With Orange Saya
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword With Orange Saya
359.00 USD
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Was: 509.00 USD
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel With Blue Scabbard
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel With Blue Scabbard
379.00 USD
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Was: 539.00 USD
Handmade Japanese Shirasaya Katana Sword Without Tsuba
Handmade Japanese Shirasaya Katana Sword Without Tsuba
3 Reviews
129.00 USD
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Was: 189.00 USD
High-performance Full Tang Japanese Katana Sword T10 Carbon Steel With Red Scabbard
High-performance Full Tang Japanese Katana Sword T10 Carbon Steel With Red Scabbard
499.00 USD
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Was: 709.00 USD
High-performance Full Tang Japanese Katana Sword Sanmai Steel With Clay Tempered Blade
High-performance Full Tang Japanese Katana Sword Sanmai Steel With Clay Tempered Blade
1 Reviews
539.00 USD
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Was: 769.00 USD
Handmade Full Tang Japanese Samurai Sword With 1065 Carbon Steel Blade
Handmade Full Tang Japanese Samurai Sword With 1065 Carbon Steel Blade
1 Reviews
149.00 USD
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Was: 209.00 USD
Handmade Full Tang Katana Sword 1095 Carbon Steel With Multi-colored Scabbard
Handmade Full Tang Katana Sword 1095 Carbon Steel With Multi-colored Scabbard
149.00 USD
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Was: 209.00 USD
High-performance Handcrafted Katana Sword Tamahagane Steel With Hand-sharpened Blade
High-performance Handcrafted Katana Sword Tamahagane Steel With Hand-sharpened Blade
2 Reviews
849.00 USD
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Was: 1,219.00 USD
High-performance Full Tang Katana Sword T10 Carbon Steel With Red Rayskin Scabbard
High-performance Full Tang Katana Sword T10 Carbon Steel With Red Rayskin Scabbard
779.00 USD
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Was: 1,109.00 USD
Handmade Full Tang Japanese Katana Sword Sanmai Steel With Clay Tempered Blade
Handmade Full Tang Japanese Katana Sword Sanmai Steel With Clay Tempered Blade
289.00 USD
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Was: 409.00 USD
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword 1065 Carbon Steel With Black Blade
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword 1065 Carbon Steel With Black Blade
2 Reviews
149.00 USD
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Was: 209.00 USD
Handcrafted Full Tang Japanese Samurai Sword T10 Carbon Steel With Clay Tempered Blade
Handcrafted Full Tang Japanese Samurai Sword T10 Carbon Steel With Clay Tempered Blade
419.00 USD
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Was: 599.00 USD
Handmade Full Tang Katana Sword 1060 Carbon Steel With Blue Blade
Handmade Full Tang Katana Sword 1060 Carbon Steel With Blue Blade
1 Reviews
139.00 USD
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Was: 199.00 USD
Handmade Full Tang Samurai Sword 1065 Carbon Steel With Blue Blade
Handmade Full Tang Samurai Sword 1065 Carbon Steel With Blue Blade
2 Reviews
149.00 USD
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Was: 209.00 USD
Handmade Full Tang Katana Sword With 1095 Carbon Steel Blade
Handmade Full Tang Katana Sword With 1095 Carbon Steel Blade
1 Reviews
149.00 USD
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Was: 209.00 USD
High-performance Handmade Katana Sword T10 Carbon Steel With Clay Tempered Blade
High-performance Handmade Katana Sword T10 Carbon Steel With Clay Tempered Blade
289.00 USD
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Was: 409.00 USD
Handcrafted Japanese Samurai Sword T10 Carbon Steel With Dragon Theme Tsuba
Handcrafted Japanese Samurai Sword T10 Carbon Steel With Dragon Theme Tsuba
219.00 USD
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Was: 319.00 USD
Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword 1060 Carbon Steel With Purple Handle
Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword 1060 Carbon Steel With Purple Handle
149.00 USD
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Was: 209.00 USD
Handmade Full Tang Katana Sword Damascus Steel With Multi-colored Scabbard
Handmade Full Tang Katana Sword Damascus Steel With Multi-colored Scabbard
359.00 USD
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Was: 519.00 USD
Handmade Full Tang Japanese Samurai Sword 1060 Carbon Steel With Black Scabbard
Handmade Full Tang Japanese Samurai Sword 1060 Carbon Steel With Black Scabbard
149.00 USD
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Was: 219.00 USD
Handmade Full Tang Japanese Samurai Sword With 1095 Carbon Steel Blade
Handmade Full Tang Japanese Samurai Sword With 1095 Carbon Steel Blade
149.00 USD
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Was: 219.00 USD
Handcrafted Japanese Samurai Sword Damascus Steel With Clay Tempered Blade
Handcrafted Japanese Samurai Sword Damascus Steel With Clay Tempered Blade
289.00 USD
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Was: 409.00 USD
Handcrafted Full Tang Japanese Samurai Sword 1095 Carbon Steel With Blue Blade
Handcrafted Full Tang Japanese Samurai Sword 1095 Carbon Steel With Blue Blade
219.00 USD
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Was: 309.00 USD
High-performance Full Tang Katana Sword Damascus Steel With Clay Tempered Blade
High-performance Full Tang Katana Sword Damascus Steel With Clay Tempered Blade
589.00 USD
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Was: 839.00 USD
Handmade Japanese Tull Tang Katana T10 Carbon Steel With Clay Tempered Blade
Handmade Japanese Tull Tang Katana T10 Carbon Steel With Clay Tempered Blade
289.00 USD
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Was: 409.00 USD
Handmade Real Hamon Japanese Katana Sword With Black And Red Scabbard
Handmade Real Hamon Japanese Katana Sword With Black And Red Scabbard
359.00 USD
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Was: 509.00 USD
Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword Pattern Steel With White Saya
Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword Pattern Steel With White Saya
1 Reviews
219.00 USD
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Was: 319.00 USD
High-performace Japanese Samurai Sword Clay Tempered
High-performace Japanese Samurai Sword Clay Tempered
1 Reviews
479.00 USD
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Was: 689.00 USD
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword T10 Carbon Steel Full Tang
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword T10 Carbon Steel Full Tang
1 Reviews
219.00 USD
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Was: 319.00 USD
Handmade Full Tang Japanese Samurai Sword With Red Scabbard
Handmade Full Tang Japanese Samurai Sword With Red Scabbard
289.00 USD
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Was: 409.00 USD
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword Full Tang With Black Blade
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword Full Tang With Black Blade
179.00 USD
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Was: 259.00 USD
Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword Full Tang With Blue Blade
Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword Full Tang With Blue Blade
179.00 USD
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Was: 259.00 USD
Handmade Nihonto Japanese Samurai Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel With Blue Blade
Handmade Nihonto Japanese Samurai Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel With Blue Blade
179.00 USD
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Was: 259.00 USD
Handmade Real Japanese Samurai Sword Pattern Steel
Handmade Real Japanese Samurai Sword Pattern Steel
289.00 USD
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Was: 409.00 USD
Handmande Japanese Katana Sword Full Tang With Black Scabbard
Handmande Japanese Katana Sword Full Tang With Black Scabbard
179.00 USD
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Was: 259.00 USD
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword High Manganese Steel With Black Blade
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword High Manganese Steel With Black Blade
219.00 USD
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Was: 309.00 USD
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword High Manganese Steel With Blue Blade And Scabbard
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword High Manganese Steel With Blue Blade And Scabbard
1 Reviews
179.00 USD
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Was: 259.00 USD
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword With Black Blade And Red Handle
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword With Black Blade And Red Handle
179.00 USD
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Was: 259.00 USD
High-performance Japanese Katana Sword Damascus Steel Real Hamon Full Tang
High-performance Japanese Katana Sword Damascus Steel Real Hamon Full Tang
1 Reviews
709.00 USD
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Was: 1,009.00 USD
Authentic Japanese Katana Sword 1000 Layer Steel Full Tang
Authentic Japanese Katana Sword 1000 Layer Steel Full Tang
2 Reviews
1,009.00 USD
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Was: 1,439.00 USD
Handmade Real Japanese Katana Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel Real Hamon
Handmade Real Japanese Katana Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel Real Hamon
1 Reviews
479.00 USD
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Was: 679.00 USD
Authentic Japanese Katana Sword T10 Carbon Steel Real Hamon
Authentic Japanese Katana Sword T10 Carbon Steel Real Hamon
3 Reviews
729.00 USD
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Was: 1,049.00 USD
Authentic Japanese Shirasaya Katana Sword T10 Clay Tempered Steel
Authentic Japanese Shirasaya Katana Sword T10 Clay Tempered Steel
689.00 USD
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Was: 989.00 USD
Authentic Japanese Katana Sword Pattern Steel With Black Scabbard
Authentic Japanese Katana Sword Pattern Steel With Black Scabbard
799.00 USD
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Was: 1,139.00 USD
High-performance Real Japanese Katana Sword Damascus Steel
High-performance Real Japanese Katana Sword Damascus Steel
729.00 USD
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Was: 1,049.00 USD
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword 1060 Carbon Steel With Golden Blade
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword 1060 Carbon Steel With Golden Blade
1 Reviews
179.00 USD
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Was: 259.00 USD

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Customer Reviews

Lauren Anderson Indiana, United States
Dec 06, 2024 12:45

I got this for my boyfriend and I really hope he likes it (for christmas) - Me personally I love it. It is VERY sharp and the blade with the symbols are absolutely beautiful. The sheath looks so well with the white and gold. The guard is so well put together and looks stunning. Really amazing katana.

Handmade Full Tang Japanese Samurai Sword With 1065 Carbon Steel Blade Handmade Full Tang Japanese Samurai Sword With 1065 Carbon Steel Blade
Anildo Miranda Massachusetts, United States
Nov 17, 2024 15:48

Beautiful show piece, comfortable to hold, very well made

High-performance Japanese Samurai Sword Damascus Steel Full Tang High-performance Japanese Samurai Sword Damascus Steel Full Tang
Gregory Edward Tomczak Arizona, United States
Nov 08, 2024 12:52

Wonderful construction and in perfect condition when arrived. Beautiful design and colors that are depicted accurately on the site. I would definitely recommend TrueKatana.

Handmade Full Tang Samurai Sword 1065 Carbon Steel With Blue Blade Handmade Full Tang Samurai Sword 1065 Carbon Steel With Blue Blade
Brooke Reed Utah, United States
Nov 07, 2024 12:28

I would leave a photo but I got it as a gift. It was so awesome though! The blade is sharp and beautiful. Just what I wanted!

Handmade Full Tang Samurai Sword 1065 Carbon Steel With Blue Blade Handmade Full Tang Samurai Sword 1065 Carbon Steel With Blue Blade
Joanne Larue Illinois, United States
Oct 27, 2024 14:07

I bought this for my grandson for his bday. And he loved it ! The delivery was so fast and the quality of the sword was great!!!

Handmade Full Tang Katana Sword With 1095 Carbon Steel Blade Handmade Full Tang Katana Sword With 1095 Carbon Steel Blade
Ronald K Preacher South Carolina, United States
Oct 12, 2024 16:41

What a wonderful experience well package quickly shipped arrived. Great what a beautiful, beautiful sword thank you so much. Will do business again wonderful thank you

Handmade Japanese Katana Sword 1060 Carbon Steel With Golden Blade Handmade Japanese Katana Sword 1060 Carbon Steel With Golden Blade
Jace Yount Idaho, United States
Oct 08, 2024 17:51

Great sword, beautiful blade and high quality wrap on the handle. Very lightweight and well made saya as well.

Handmade Full Tang Katana Sword 1060 Carbon Steel With Blue Blade Handmade Full Tang Katana Sword 1060 Carbon Steel With Blue Blade
James Mccrory Hawaii, United States
Jul 27, 2024 16:17

I purchased 5 katana from 5 separate stores. This one had higher quality and tracking than all the others. The balance was good. The sword stays appropriately in the saya/sheath when turned upside down, and there is no rattle in the saya when you gently shake it.

The sword was able to handle tameshigiri on tatami goza without incident for a 1/4 sized, 1/2 sized, and full-sized roll. Other katana started to chip at the blade, had pulls in the tatami on their cuts, or simply couldn't properly slice.

The only downside is all others came with a bag, and this one did not, but as it is the one that will continue to be used, it is not much of a downside.

High-performance Japanese Katana Sword Damascus Steel Real Hamon Full Tang High-performance Japanese Katana Sword Damascus Steel Real Hamon Full Tang
Rex Harrison California, United States
May 23, 2024 14:51

It is an amazing sword! The balance seems perfect to me. The saya is one of the nicest sayas I’ve ever seen, and I happy to have it, I’m still trying to decide what to do with the Sageo, the black that comes with it is a good look definitely but I’ll change the sageo on several of my swords from from time to time. The blade is just gotgeous and its sharpeness is very impressive, as it cut right through a piece of paper when I took it out. If you want a sword for cutting then this is definitely a worthwhile purchase. It’s a beautiful piece as well so you can’t really go wrong with this sword. I couldn’t be happier with my purchase. Do I even need to say the last part? I will anyway. Highly recommended!

High-performance Handcrafted Katana Sword Tamahagane Steel With Hand-sharpened Blade High-performance Handcrafted Katana Sword Tamahagane Steel With Hand-sharpened Blade
Matthew Letz Oregon, United States
May 13, 2024 01:39

Beautiful work on every single piece that I have purchased. I would definitely recommend this to anyone who reads this feedback. I have 7 in my collection and I am sure I will keep adding to it. Thanks guys for your expertise in sword making.

Handmade Japanese Katana Sword 1065 Carbon Steel With Black Blade Handmade Japanese Katana Sword 1065 Carbon Steel With Black Blade
Michael H Jones Tennessee, United States
May 12, 2024 06:59

The only complaint I have is that it was supposed to be razor sharp but it’s kinda dull. O and it was delivered to the wrong apartment luckily it was delivered to my brothers apartment. He lives in #2 and I live in #10 but it all worked out just fine. As far as the product goes it’s definitely worth the money very high quality and I’m happy with product and would definitely recommend it.

Handmade Japanese Shirasaya Katana Sword Without Tsuba Handmade Japanese Shirasaya Katana Sword Without Tsuba
Kimball James Cole Tennessee, United States
Apr 19, 2024 13:21

Beautiful Katan for the price. I am very happy with my purchase :)

High-performance Handcrafted Katana Sword Tamahagane Steel With Hand-sharpened Blade High-performance Handcrafted Katana Sword Tamahagane Steel With Hand-sharpened Blade
Joel Patton West Virginia, United States
Apr 19, 2024 09:18

This thing is really cool all the detail in it is amazing it even looks like it real demascus steel too you all out did yourselves on this katana thanks again!!

Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword Pattern Steel With White Saya Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword Pattern Steel With White Saya
Caleb E Clark Oregon, United States
Dec 31, 2022 16:36

I’m extremely satisfied with my order. I ordered a higher end sword and it came fully sharpened and is extremely sturdy. This is my first katana, however I showed it to one of my friends that is a collector of swords and he too was very impressed with the quality of the katana that I received. I will definitely be buying another in the future!

High-performace Japanese Samurai Sword Clay Tempered High-performace Japanese Samurai Sword Clay Tempered
Joseph Khatib California, United States
Sep 28, 2022 16:04

Just got this one in, and was not disappointed. The sword is among the most beautiful in my collection, and is gonna sit at the top of my sword rack.

Handmade Japanese Katana Sword T10 Carbon Steel Full Tang Handmade Japanese Katana Sword T10 Carbon Steel Full Tang
Leonard Massachusetts, United States
Dec 22, 2021 17:28

After revuing the product i found 2 small blemishings. But i am still excited about placing another order.

Authentic Japanese Katana Sword T10 Carbon Steel Real Hamon Authentic Japanese Katana Sword T10 Carbon Steel Real Hamon
Stacy Salazar Florida, United States
Dec 17, 2021 12:06

Beautiful piece. I actually thought my son was a little crazy for wanting one for Christmas but it is really a piece of art. From the blue flames on the blade, to the carved animals on the handle and pummel. It Is stunning.

Handmade Japanese Katana Sword High Manganese Steel With Blue Blade And Scabbard Handmade Japanese Katana Sword High Manganese Steel With Blue Blade And Scabbard
Daniel Starsja Massachusetts, United States
Aug 27, 2021 15:59

Very beautiful Amazing workmanship worth every penny

Authentic Japanese Katana Sword 1000 Layer Steel Full Tang Authentic Japanese Katana Sword 1000 Layer Steel Full Tang
Robertr Joyce Washington, United States
Mar 10, 2021 08:05

Consistently great service. Craftsmanship is excellent. Service team is friendly and responsive. Packaging is thoughtful and appropriate to ensure your piece arrives with care. This is a great company to do business with.

Authentic Japanese Katana Sword T10 Carbon Steel Real Hamon Authentic Japanese Katana Sword T10 Carbon Steel Real Hamon
Steve Harris Oklahoma, United States
Dec 19, 2020 06:33

Excellent sword, extremely sharp and well made. I have tried any high impact cutting or anything but this feels like it would do it well. Already bought a second one.

Handmade Real Japanese Katana Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel Real Hamon Handmade Real Japanese Katana Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel Real Hamon

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.