T10 Steel Tanto with Gold Dragon Tsuba - Black Saya & Cord Handle, 21-Inch Collectible

The blade on this tanto is forged from T10 high-carbon steel and heat-treated to 62 HRC, producing a genuine hamon line that traces the edge in the classic style of traditional Japanese smithing. At 12.5 inches, the nagasa carries a chrome-polished mirror finish that reflects light cleanly along its length, revealing the subtle activity in the steel near the temper line. Full-tang construction runs through the entire handle, keeping the sword rigid and well-balanced at 1.5 lbs total.

The tsuka measures 6.3 inches and is wrapped in black cord over a polyurethane leather samegawa base. Gold menuki accents are spaced along the wrap, catching light between each diamond of cord and adding depth to what would otherwise be a strictly monochrome grip section. The handle feels firm in hand with a traditional diagonal wrap pattern that locks the cord in place.

The tsuba is the visual centerpiece of this build - a gold-tone alloy guard cast in an open-work dragon motif. The serpentine figure curls around the rim of the circular guard, with detailed scale texture pressed into the alloy. A matching gold habaki collar seats the guard cleanly against the blade. For collectors drawn to Dragon Tanto Sword designs, this tsuba is one of the more detailed examples at this price point.

The saya is hardwood finished in piano lacquer, giving it a deep gloss-black surface that mirrors the cord and handle. A black sageo is tied in a formal knot at the kurigata, hanging cleanly against the scabbard. The saya length is 13 inches and fits the blade snugly without rattling. This finish and fit quality puts it in line with other pieces in the Black Damascus Steel Tanto Swords category for display-ready presentation.

Overall dimensions: 21 inches length, shipping weight 3 lbs, packaged in a 23 x 3 x 3-inch box. The sword stand is not included. This tanto is built for collectors and enthusiasts who want a visually striking short sword with real steel construction and period-accurate proportions.