Damascus Steel Shirasaya Katana with Clay-Tempered Real Hamon in Natural Hardwood Saya - Full Tang Collectible

This Shirasaya katana features a full-tang Damascus steel blade spanning 28.74 inches, forged with layered folds that produce a distinctive raging fire pattern across the steel surface. The clay-tempered construction yields a real hamon - a wavy temper line visible along the lower portion of the blade - achieved through differential hardening to 58 HRC. The hand-sharpened edge and chrome-polished finish bring out every detail in the Damascus layering.

The handle measures 10.23 inches and is crafted from solid hardwood with a warm, honey-toned natural finish. True to the Shirasaya Katana tradition, there is no traditional tsuba guard. Instead, the handle flows directly into the blade mounting, giving the piece its signature sleek, concealed-sword profile.

Where a tsuba would normally sit, a gold-tone real copper habaki collar transitions between blade and handle. This collar features an intricate openwork geometric pattern with a dark recessed background, providing a striking visual contrast against the natural wood and polished steel.

The saya measures 30.7 inches in hardwood with the same warm natural wood tone as the handle. A small square mekugi pin is visible on the saya body, and the mouth fitting is finished in black, creating a clean visual break between the wood and the copper collar. The overall silhouette remains unadorned and minimal, consistent with the Shirasaya design philosophy.

At 31 inches overall length and 4.4 lbs, this katana carries genuine heft and balance. The Damascus steel construction, clay-tempered hamon, and natural hardwood fittings position it among serious Best Shirasaya Sword collectibles - a piece that bridges traditional Japanese forging methods with a timeless minimalist aesthetic.