T10 Steel Tanto with Real Hamon in Rosewood Saya - Clay Tempered, Brass Fittings

The 12.5-inch nagasa is forged from T10 carbon steel and clay tempered to 62 HRC, producing a genuine hamon line along the edge. Because the tempering process is performed by hand, the hamon pattern varies from piece to piece - no two blades are identical. The full tang runs the entire length of the handle, keeping blade and grip unified for solid handling at the 1.5 lb overall weight.

The tsuka is wrapped in white polyurethane leather ito over a dark hardwood core, delivering a clean two-tone contrast that reads clearly against the brass fittings. At 6.3 inches, the handle provides a comfortable two-hand grip for display positioning or handling.

A brass tsuba anchors the transition between blade and handle. The guard features an embossed plum blossom motif - a small but precise detail that reflects the overall attention to decorative craft throughout this piece. The gold tone of the brass carries consistently across the kojiri, koiguchi, and kurikata fittings on the saya.

The rosewood saya is the visual centerpiece of the set. Natural grain variation in the wood gives each scabbard its own character, and the warm reddish-brown tone pairs directly with the brown braided sageo and its hanging tassel. This color palette - rosewood, brass, and dark cord - gives the tanto a grounded, classical Japanese aesthetic. Collectors interested in similar natural wood presentations can explore the Natural Wood Saya Aikuchi collection for related styles.

Overall length is 20.5 inches and shipping weight is 2 lb in a 24 x 4 x 4-inch package. The sword stand shown in product images is not included. For additional short-blade Japanese sword styles, the Japanese Tanto Sword collection offers a range of comparable options.