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Carbon Steel Katana Sword

Shop our carbon steel katana sword collection - hand-forged Japanese katana built from genuine high-carbon steel grades including T10, Damascus, 1045, 1060, 1095, and Manganese Steel with full-tang construction across classic black, red, blue, gold, and natural-wood configurations. Carbon steel katana swords are the genuine blade collectible standard, distinguished from stainless or alloy alternatives by proper heat treatment and authentic blade character. Free US shipping and hassle-free returns included.

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T10 Clay Tempered Katana with Red Hardwood Saya - Real Hamon, Tiger Alloy Tsuba
T10 Clay Tempered Katana With Red Hardwood Saya - Real Hamon, Tiger Alloy Tsuba
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679.00 USD
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T10 Steel Katana with Clay Tempered Blade, Real Hamon - Blue Ito & Black Lacquer Saya
T10 Steel Katana With Clay Tempered Blade, Real Hamon - Blue Ito & Black Lacquer Saya
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729.00 USD
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T10 Folded Clay Tempered Katana with Real Hamon in Black Pearl Rayskin Saya - Gold Floral Tsuba
T10 Folded Clay Tempered Katana With Real Hamon In Black Pearl Rayskin Saya - Gold Floral Tsuba
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789.00 USD
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T10 Steel Clay Tempered Katana with Real Hamon in Black Piano Lacquer Saya - Tiger Tsuba
T10 Steel Clay Tempered Katana With Real Hamon In Black Piano Lacquer Saya - Tiger Tsuba
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589.00 USD
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T10 Carbon Steel Katana with White Hardwood Saya - Clay Tempered, Real Hamon, Black-White Ito
T10 Carbon Steel Katana With White Hardwood Saya - Clay Tempered, Real Hamon, Black-white Ito
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349.00 USD
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T10 Clay Tempered Katana with Real Hamon in Black Lacquer Saya - Gold Dragon Tsuba, Red Samegawa
T10 Clay Tempered Katana With Real Hamon In Black Lacquer Saya - Gold Dragon Tsuba, Red Samegawa
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409.00 USD
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T10 Steel Hand-Forged Katana with Clay Tempered Blade in Black Lacquer Saya - Gold Dragon Tsuba
T10 Steel Hand-forged Katana With Clay Tempered Blade In Black Lacquer Saya - Gold Dragon Tsuba
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349.00 USD
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T10 Carbon Steel Katana with Clay Tempered Blade in Black Piano-Lacquer Saya - Gold Dragon Tsuba
T10 Carbon Steel Katana With Clay Tempered Blade In Black Piano-lacquer Saya - Gold Dragon Tsuba
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349.00 USD
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T10 Clay Tempered Katana with Real Hamon, Black Lacquer Saya & Gold Fish Tsuba
T10 Clay Tempered Katana With Real Hamon, Black Lacquer Saya & Gold Fish Tsuba
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379.00 USD
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Hand Forged T10 Steel Katana with Gold Snake Tsuba - Black Lacquer Saya, Clay Tempered
Hand Forged T10 Steel Katana With Gold Snake Tsuba - Black Lacquer Saya, Clay Tempered
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349.00 USD
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T10 Clay Tempered Katana with Real Hamon in Black Hardwood Saya - Tiger Tsuba, Black & Red Sageo
T10 Clay Tempered Katana With Real Hamon In Black Hardwood Saya - Tiger Tsuba, Black & Red Sageo
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459.00 USD
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1045 Carbon Steel Katana with Golden Blade and Blue-White Tsuka in White Speckled Saya
1045 Carbon Steel Katana With Golden Blade And Blue-white Tsuka In White Speckled Saya
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1045 Carbon Steel Full Tang Katana with Blue Marble Lacquer Saya and Floral Iron Tsuba
1045 Carbon Steel Full Tang Katana With Blue Marble Lacquer Saya And Floral Iron Tsuba
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129.00 USD
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Was: 179.00 USD
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Frequently Asked Questions

What makes carbon steel the preferred material for genuine katana collectibles?
Carbon steel is preferred for genuine katana collectibles because it is the only material category that responds properly to the heat treatment processes that produce authentic blade hardness. When carbon steel is heated to the critical temperature and quenched, the carbon content transforms the grain structure to martensite - the hardest phase of steel. This process achieves Rockwell hardness in the HRC 55-62 range depending on the grade, giving the blade actual material hardness appropriate to a collectible sword. Stainless steel lacks the carbon content needed for this transformation and cannot achieve comparable hardness. For collectors who want their katana to represent genuine blade construction rather than a decorative shape in metal, carbon steel is the non-negotiable material requirement.
What carbon steel grades are available in the katana sword collection?
Carbon steel katana swords in this collection cover the full spectrum of genuine blade grades. 1045 carbon steel at 0.45% carbon is the foundational tier - a reliable entry point with correct full-tang construction. 1060 at 0.60% carbon provides the well-proven mid-range balance of hardness and toughness. 1095 at 0.95% carbon reaches the upper end of the standard carbon steel range with excellent surface quality. T10 tool steel is the premier grade for hamon quality in clay-tempered pieces. Damascus steel combines multiple steel types in forge-welded layered construction. Manganese Steel achieves exceptional surface hardness for vivid blade color treatments. Each grade represents the genuine carbon steel standard at different performance and aesthetic points.
How does a carbon steel katana sword differ from a stainless steel katana?
The difference between a carbon steel and stainless steel katana is fundamental to collector value and blade authenticity. Carbon steel katana undergo proper heat treatment - quenching and tempering - that achieves real blade hardness in the HRC 55+ range, produces the grain structure associated with genuine blade quality, and enables the clay-tempered hamon in premium grades. Stainless steel cannot be heat-treated to the same hardness and does not support differential clay tempering - it cannot produce a genuine hamon. Stainless steel also has a surface character distinctly different from carbon steel: it is visually brighter but lacks the grain depth that carbon steel develops after heat treatment and polishing. For collectors, stainless steel katana are display pieces in the decorative sense; carbon steel katana are genuine blade collectibles.
What maintenance does a carbon steel katana sword require to prevent rust?
Carbon steel reacts with atmospheric moisture to form surface oxidation more readily than stainless alternatives, which means consistent maintenance is required to protect the blade. The routine is simple and effective: after every handling session, wipe the complete blade surface with a soft lint-free cloth to remove fingerprints and moisture. Then apply a thin coat of camellia oil or mineral oil to the full blade surface and buff away excess, leaving only a fine protective film. This oil barrier prevents atmospheric moisture from reaching the steel surface. Perform this after every handling without exception - even brief examination leaves moisture-containing fingerprints. Store in stable humidity away from temperature extremes. A well-maintained carbon steel katana will remain in excellent condition indefinitely with this simple routine.

Customer Reviews

Edwin Corona Pennsylvania, United States
Dec 31, 2025 21:58

I honestly was a bit scared to buy it but i 10/10 recommend it was sharp and it looked beautiful would definitely buy again

T10 Carbon Steel Clay Tempered Katana with Real Hamon in Red Lacquered Saya and Copper Floral Tsuba T10 Carbon Steel Clay Tempered Katana with Real Hamon in Red Lacquered Saya and Copper Floral Tsuba
Ibana California, United States
Dec 14, 2025 09:48

It arrived on time! :) But it was poorly made. It has loose parts. I would personally not buy from here again because $200 bucks for a poorly made katana is not it.

T10 Folded Clay Tempered Katana with Dark Green Textured Saya and Openwork Iron Tsuba - Full Tang Collectible T10 Folded Clay Tempered Katana with Dark Green Textured Saya and Openwork Iron Tsuba - Full Tang Collectible
Fatih Gul Georgia, United States
Sep 21, 2025 15:43

I like knives and I have different types of knives and hand sharpener, electric sharpener (Tormek). I keep my knives always sharp. First time owner of a Katana. First impression is good. The steel is original Damascus. The hamon looks good. r
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Things I did not like much:r
1. It was written that it is razor sharp. No, definitely not razor sharp, even noth sharp. It doesn't cut folded paper towel even though I press much. With fingers, I don't feel the sharpened. After sharpening my knives, I test them and I am what is sharp and what is notr
2. Polish is not good enough. In some points of blade, with my nail, I can easily feel the Damascus layers.r
3. Habaki: design is good, but workmanship looks poor, machine made.r
4. Saya: The thing that really bothered me was the saya. When you shake the blade, it makes wabbling noise. The blade does not perfectly fit to Saya. r
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I think for this price, it was good enough.

T10 Folded Clay Tempered Katana with Real Hamon in Black Pearl Rayskin Saya - Gold Floral Tsuba T10 Folded Clay Tempered Katana with Real Hamon in Black Pearl Rayskin Saya - Gold Floral Tsuba
Peter Kent California, United States
Dec 20, 2024 13:50

Exactly as ordered, no wobble or looseness anywhere. Sharp right out of the box. Saya has a friction fit and I worry it may wear out but aside from that small issue it is perfect.

T10 Steel Clay Tempered Katana with Real Hamon in Black Piano Lacquer Saya - Tiger Tsuba T10 Steel Clay Tempered Katana with Real Hamon in Black Piano Lacquer Saya - Tiger Tsuba
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.

1065 Carbon Steel Full Tang Katana with Pink Lacquered Saya and White Cord Handle - Floral Tsuba Collectible Sword 1065 Carbon Steel Full Tang Katana with Pink Lacquered Saya and White Cord Handle - Floral Tsuba Collectible Sword
Zachary Gile California, United States
Jul 08, 2024 13:17

Sword came in great condition and looked exactly like the picture. It feels great in my hand, but I do have a few pieces of feedback:

-I wish the habaki was a bit wider so that the sword stays more securely in the saya.

-I wish the sword came with a storage box

Other than that, it’s an excellent-looking sword!

T10 Folded Clay Tempered Katana with Dark Green Textured Saya and Openwork Iron Tsuba - Full Tang Collectible T10 Folded Clay Tempered Katana with Dark Green Textured Saya and Openwork Iron Tsuba - Full Tang Collectible
Eugene Shelton Indiana, United States
Jun 21, 2024 16:17

Fast shipping, quality for the price was very good. I would recommend purchasing from here.

T10 Folded Clay Tempered Katana with Real Hamon in Natural Hardwood Saya - Black Ito Handle with Gold Alloy Tsuba T10 Folded Clay Tempered Katana with Real Hamon in Natural Hardwood Saya - Black Ito Handle with Gold Alloy Tsuba
Clark Hansen Kansas, United States
Apr 18, 2024 16:20

Authentic Japanese Katana Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel Real Hamon TK-JP-KT19135 . I am very pleased with the quality of this sword. Everything fits nice and tight, there is no blade rattle once in saya. The Tsuba (Guard) and Kashira (pommel) show no casting imperfections. The Tsuka ito (Cord Warp) is the best I have felt. All parts are of quality. Although I haven't used it Tameshigiri (test cutting), I expect the blade to perform well. Small negatives - first, be in no hurry to receive the sword...3.5 weeks for me. Second, the list of "Do not ...." with this sword seems excessive and sometimes humorous.

T10 Folded Clay Tempered Katana with Real Hamon in Black Pearl Rayskin Saya - Gold Floral Tsuba T10 Folded Clay Tempered Katana with Real Hamon in Black Pearl Rayskin Saya - Gold Floral Tsuba