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Curved Tanto

Explore our Katana Under $250 collection, where clay-tempered T10 steel and visible hamon become standard features at accessible mid-range pricing. This tier delivers premium blade characteristics with improved fittings, creating the quality foundation that serious collectors build upon. Free U.S. shipping and 30-day return guarantee.

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Handmade Japanese Tanto Sword Real Hamon
Handmade Japanese Tanto Sword Real Hamon
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199.00 USD
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Handmade Japanese Shirasaya Tanto Sword Pattern Steel With Black Scabbard
Handmade Japanese Shirasaya Tanto Sword Pattern Steel With Black Scabbard
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309.00 USD
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Handmade Japanese Hamidashi Tanto Sword With Red Blade
Handmade Japanese Hamidashi Tanto Sword With Red Blade
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139.00 USD
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Handmade Japanese Pocket Tanto Knife Full Tang With Copper Scabbard
Handmade Japanese Pocket Tanto Knife Full Tang With Copper Scabbard
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179.00 USD
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Handmade Japanese Pocket Tanto Knife Full Tang
Handmade Japanese Pocket Tanto Knife Full Tang
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209.00 USD
Handmade Japanese Hamidashi Tanto Sword With Blue Blade And Brown Scabbard
Handmade Japanese Hamidashi Tanto Sword With Blue Blade And Brown Scabbard
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109.00 USD
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Handmade Japanese Tanto Sword Damascus Steel
Handmade Japanese Tanto Sword Damascus Steel
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219.00 USD
Handmade Japanese Tanto Sword Full Tang
Handmade Japanese Tanto Sword Full Tang
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99.00 USD
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Short Straight Sword, Handmade Hamidashi Tanto Sword High Manganese Steel With Blue Blade
Short Straight Sword, Handmade Hamidashi Tanto Sword High Manganese Steel With Blue Blade
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139.00 USD
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Handmade Double Edge Tanto Sword Pattern Steel
Handmade Double Edge Tanto Sword Pattern Steel
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339.00 USD
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Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the under-$250 tier a significant quality jump?
Clay-tempered T10 steel with real hamon is the defining upgrade. The hamon is created through differential hardening where clay is applied to the blade before heat treatment, creating zones of different hardness — hard edge for cutting, resilient spine for flexibility. The visible hamon line is unique to each blade, making every piece one of a kind. This process also improves blade performance significantly. Combined with better fittings and finishing, the under-$250 tier delivers a fundamentally different ownership experience than entry-level pieces.
Is T10 clay-tempered the best steel available under $250?
T10 clay-tempered is the most popular and arguably the best value at this tier. It provides excellent blade performance, creates the visible hamon that adds visual uniqueness, and responds well to maintenance. Some pieces at this tier may offer 1095 steel, which takes a slightly sharper edge but is harder to maintain. T10 clay-tempered offers the best balance of performance, visual appeal, and ease of ownership for most collectors. It is the steel most recommended by experienced collectors for mid-range purchases.
How does the hamon on an under-$250 katana compare to more expensive pieces?
The hamon formation process is identical regardless of price tier — the clay application and heat treatment that creates the hamon follows the same principles. The visible difference comes from polishing: higher-priced pieces receive more polishing stages that reveal finer detail within the hamon pattern. An under-$250 hamon is genuine and visually striking, but a premium polished hamon reveals subtler internal structures and contrasts. For most display purposes, the under-$250 hamon is fully satisfying and becomes even more visible under proper display lighting.
At $250, am I better off with one great katana or a katana-wakizashi set?
One excellent katana at $250 will generally outperform a katana-wakizashi set at the same total budget because the per-piece quality will be significantly higher. A $250 katana can feature premium T10 clay-tempered steel with refined fittings. A $250 set splits the budget, typically resulting in both pieces being entry-to-mid tier. However, if completing a daisho display is your priority and having two swords matters more than individual piece quality, a set at this budget can work. Choose based on whether display completeness or individual excellence matters more to you.

Customer Reviews

John Ernest Rau Ii Michigan, United States
Feb 13, 2026 12:24

It is amazing and thats coming from a blacksmith it is a great blade i do plan on buying 2 more in the future i am very pleased

Handmade Japanese Hamidashi Tanto Sword T10 Carbon Steel Real Hamon Handmade Japanese Hamidashi Tanto Sword T10 Carbon Steel Real Hamon
Brian Larsen Colorado, United States
Feb 12, 2026 21:01

The Tanto is BEEFY. Like a Crow Bar with a sharp edge. Nicely made T10, clay tempered, glossy black sheath. VERY nice.r
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The Damascus was BEAUTIFUL with an AMAZING Folded Pattern on the blade. SHARP and ready. I like it so much I bought another as a gift for a friend.r
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VERY happy!!!!!!!

Handmade Japanese Hamidashi Tanto Sword T10 Carbon Steel Real Hamon Handmade Japanese Hamidashi Tanto Sword T10 Carbon Steel Real Hamon
Daniel Luhrsen Florida, United States
Feb 12, 2026 16:14

Fantastic design and blade! Beautiful color as well! Love the feel of it! Definitely will be getting more!

Ghost of Tsushima Tanto - Jin Sakai Short Sword Replica, 1065 Carbon Steel, Blue Blade Ghost of Tsushima Tanto - Jin Sakai Short Sword Replica, 1065 Carbon Steel, Blue Blade
William Diamond Texas, United States
Feb 06, 2026 18:40

Great authentic product! Second time buying from TrueKatana.

Handmade Japanese Hamidashi Tanto Sword T10 Carbon Steel Real Hamon Handmade Japanese Hamidashi Tanto Sword T10 Carbon Steel Real Hamon
Michael Kornberger Missouri, United States
Feb 06, 2026 12:34

Love the sword. Beautiful craftsmanship and very fast shipping. Looking forward to buying additional items from this company

Ghost of Tsushima Tanto - Jin Sakai Short Sword Replica, 1065 Carbon Steel, Blue Blade Ghost of Tsushima Tanto - Jin Sakai Short Sword Replica, 1065 Carbon Steel, Blue Blade
Rachel Palmer California, United States
Feb 05, 2026 21:27

Very good quality replica. The blade and tsuba look pretty, and it had very fast shipping. Would consider buying other replicas.

Ghost of Tsushima Tanto - Jin Sakai Short Sword Replica, 1065 Carbon Steel, Blue Blade Ghost of Tsushima Tanto - Jin Sakai Short Sword Replica, 1065 Carbon Steel, Blue Blade
Jaime Lijeron Texas, United States
Feb 01, 2026 16:09

Great product love the level of detail and solid construction

Ghost of Tsushima Tanto - Jin Sakai Short Sword Replica, 1065 Carbon Steel, Blue Blade Ghost of Tsushima Tanto - Jin Sakai Short Sword Replica, 1065 Carbon Steel, Blue Blade
David Boles Georgia, United States
Jan 28, 2026 14:28

The Sword I ordered was a gift for my son that he picked out. I was skeptical since I was unfamiliar with the company. I even tried to get him to wait and do some research before making a purchase, but he said this sword was the one he wanted. The shipping time was reasonable and the quality of the sword was honestly a lot more than I was expecting The blade is solid and the handle is also well made. It is a beautiful sword, my son loves it, and I would definitely order from this company again in the future.

Ghost of Tsushima Tanto - Jin Sakai Short Sword Replica, 1065 Carbon Steel, Blue Blade Ghost of Tsushima Tanto - Jin Sakai Short Sword Replica, 1065 Carbon Steel, Blue Blade