T10 Carbon Steel Clay Tempered Katana with Crane Tsuba in Black Piano Lacquer Saya - Full Tang Collectible Sword

The blade of this katana is forged from T10 carbon steel and clay tempered to achieve a hardness of 60 HRC along the edge. This differential hardening process creates a visible hamon line that runs the length of the 28.3-inch nagasa - a wavy temper pattern clearly visible against the polished steel surface. The result is a blade with a hard cutting edge supported by a more resilient spine, reflecting a technique rooted in centuries of Japanese sword-making tradition. For collectors interested in this steel type, browse our full T10 Samurai Sword collection.

The tsuka measures 10.2 inches and is built over a full tang core. Real black samegawa (ray skin) is applied beneath the wrapping to add texture and grip stability, while black cotton cord is tightly wound in a traditional crosshatch pattern. Gold-tone menuki accent pieces sit beneath the wrap, visible through the diamond-shaped gaps in the ito binding.

At the junction of blade and handle sits a gold-tone alloy tsuba featuring an elegantly rendered crane motif. The round guard has a warm brass appearance with raised crane silhouettes on both faces, symbolizing longevity and grace in Japanese culture. The habaki collar matches the tsuba's gold tone, creating a seamless visual transition from blade to fittings.

The saya is crafted from hardwood and coated in a deep black piano lacquer that delivers a mirror-like gloss across its 30.3-inch length. A black sageo cord is tied around the kurikata in a traditional knot, maintaining the all-black aesthetic. The lacquer finish not only protects the wood but gives the scabbard a refined, formal appearance that complements the gold-accented fittings. Explore more options in our Clay Tempered Samurai Swords collection.

With an overall length of 40.5 inches and a weight of 2.65 lbs, this katana presents a cohesive black-and-gold color scheme from pommel to kissaki. Every component - the black ito, black samegawa, black lacquer saya, and gold-tone crane tsuba - works together to create a striking yet restrained piece suited for display, study, or addition to a growing sword collection.