T10 Folded Steel Katana with Real Hamon in Marble Saya - Dark Blue Tsuka, Samurai Tsuba

The blade on this katana is forged from T10 carbon steel using a traditional folding and clay-tempering process. The result is a hand-finished edge with a genuine hamon - the undulating temper line that runs the length of the blade, visible as a wavy contrast between the hardened edge and the softer spine. At 40.5 inches overall with a 1.26-inch blade width and a 3.17 lb weight, the proportions follow classical katana geometry without compromise.

The tsuka is wrapped in dark blue cotton cord in a tight diagonal pattern over real white same (ray skin), which provides both grip texture and a clean ivory contrast against the deep blue. Alloy fittings keep the assembly secure, and the overall handle construction reflects the same attention given to traditional koshirae builds. The kashira cap shows a warm brown tone that carries into the fuchi collar.

The tsuba is one of the most visually distinctive elements of this piece. Cast in a brown-gold finish, it depicts two armored samurai figures rendered in three-dimensional relief, with detailed facial expressions and layered armor visible. Gold-tone ornamental elements frame the composition, and the overall scale and depth of the carving make it a focal point whether the sword is displayed vertically or horizontally. Collectors interested in figural guard designs will find this piece alongside others in the Gold Printed Tsuba Katana collection.

The saya is built from hardwood and finished with a natural lacquer coat in a marble-style pattern - a black ground scattered with irregular silver-white flecks that give the scabbard a stone-like visual texture. A blue and white braided sageo wraps and knots at the kurigata, adding a final layer of color that ties back to the tsuka wrap. The overall saya finish is matte rather than glossy, which suits the earthy tones of the tsuba.

This katana is assembled as a complete koshirae collectible - blade, handle, guard, and scabbard finished as a unified piece. For other options built around T10 carbon steel with comparable craftsmanship, the Bronze T10 Carbon Steel Katana collection offers additional configurations. Note: sword stand is not included.