T10 Carbon Steel Hamidashi Tanto with Real Hamon - Black Piano Lacquer Saya and Gold-Tone Fittings

This hamidashi tanto features a 12.5-inch nagasa forged from T10 carbon steel that has been clay tempered and oil quenched. The differential hardening process produces a genuine hamon line visible along the edge, while bringing the steel to 62 HRC. The result is a hand-finished edge backed by a resilient spine - a hallmark of traditional Japanese bladesmithing technique applied to a compact tanto form.

The 6.3-inch tsuka is wrapped in black polyurethane leather over black samegawa, using a traditional crisscross pattern that provides a textured, secure grip. Gold-tone alloy menuki peek through the wrap, adding contrast against the dark cord. The full tang construction runs through the entire handle length, pinned firmly in place.

At the junction of blade and handle sits a gold-tone alloy hamidashi tsuba - a minimal, almost flush guard that defines this tanto sub-type. Unlike a standard tanto with no guard at all, the hamidashi design offers a subtle lip that distinguishes it from an aikuchi while keeping the profile sleek and understated.

The 13-inch hardwood saya is finished in deep black piano lacquer that reflects light with a mirror-like gloss. Delicate gold floral motifs are hand-painted near the koiguchi, and a gold kurikata holds the rice-colored sageo cord tied in a decorative bow. The overall effect pairs the dark lacquer with gold accents for a refined, cohesive look.

Measuring 20.5 inches in total length and weighing 1.5 lbs, this hamidashi tanto strikes a balance between visual impact and compact proportions. It belongs alongside other Black T10 Carbon Steel Tanto pieces for collectors who value clay-tempered craftsmanship and traditional Japanese aesthetics in a display-worthy format.