Product Details

The blade of this katana is forged from T10 carbon steel and clay tempered to produce a genuine hamon - the undulating temper line that forms at the boundary between the hardened edge and softer spine. The resulting surface shows natural activity along the hamon that rewards close inspection, and the full-tang construction ensures the blade seats solidly through the entire handle. For collectors interested in exploring the full range of T10 Carbon Steel Sword options, this piece represents a striking combination of classic metallurgy and bold visual design.

The tsuka is wrapped in a tight diamond-lozenge pattern using black tsuka-ito over a white PU samegawa base. Gold-tone menuki accent pieces are visible through the wrap gaps, adding depth to the handle's surface. The fuchi collar at the base of the tsuka is finished in a gold-tone alloy that bridges the handle and the tsuba with a warm metallic note.

The tsuba is cast in a black iron-finish alloy and sculpted with a dragon relief motif - a subject deeply rooted in Japanese decorative tradition as a symbol of power and wisdom. The pierced negative space within the guard adds visual lightness to the design while the gold-tone fuchi creates a deliberate contrast against the dark tsuba face.

The saya is shaped from hardwood and finished in a white lacquer coat that presents a clean, smooth surface. The marble-like variation visible in the lacquer gives the saya a distinct character rather than a flat uniform finish. A black-and-white braided sageo cord is attached at the kurigata, matching the tsuka-ito in colorway and completing the monochrome aesthetic of the full koshirae.

At 40.5 inches overall with a blade width of 1.26 inches and a weight of 3.17 lb, this katana sits within standard full-length proportions. The white-and-black color scheme with gold-tone hardware creates a cohesive presentation well suited for wall display or as the centerpiece of a koshirae collection. Note: sword stand is not included.

  • Blade forged from T10 carbon steel with clay tempering, producing a genuine hamon line visible along the cutting edge - a direct result of differential heat treatment during the forging process.
  • Full-tang construction with hand-finished edge; the blade runs the full length through the tsuka for structural integrity and balanced handling during display or practice.
  • White lacquered hardwood saya with black-and-white sageo cord offers a high-contrast visual presentation that pairs with the chrome-polished blade surface and white PU samegawa wrap.
  • Black iron-finish tsuba features an intricate dragon relief design with gold-tone fuchi accent, grounding the koshirae in traditional Japanese symbolism and adding refined detail at the habaki collar.
  • Black tsuka-ito is tightly wrapped in a diamond-lozenge pattern over white PU samegawa, creating a secure, even grip profile with gold-tone menuki accents nestled beneath the wrap.
  • Overall length 40.5 in, blade width 1.26 in, weighing 3.17 lb - proportions consistent with a standard katana koshirae intended for collection and display.

Specification

Product Specifications
Item NumberTK-JP-G10098
Primary ColorWhite
Primary MaterialT10 Carbon Steel
Saya ColorWhite
Saya MaterialHardwood Lacquer
Tsuka ColorBlack-white
Nagasa ColorChrome
Sageo ColorBlack-white
Tsuba ColorBlack
Tsuba ThemeDragon
Nagasa HamonYes
StyleKoshirae
Dimensions40.5 x 1.3 x 0.3 Inches
Weight3.2 Pounds
Packing Size43.3 x 3.93 x 3.14 Inches
Shipping Weight4.4 Pounds

Frequently Asked Questions

What steel and heat treatment does this katana use?
The blade is forged from T10 carbon steel and clay tempered, which produces a real hamon line along the edge. The full-tang construction runs the blade through the entire tsuka length.
What does the white saya look like up close?
The saya is hardwood finished in white lacquer with visible tonal variation that gives it a marbled quality. It is fitted with a black-and-white braided sageo cord at the kurigata, matching the handle's color scheme.
What is the tsuba design and how does the hardware look?
The tsuba is a black iron-finish alloy guard with a sculpted dragon relief and pierced openwork. It pairs with a gold-tone fuchi collar and gold menuki under the black-and-white diamond-wrapped tsuka-ito.

Customer Reviews(1)

Alec James Morton Missouri, United States
Dec 12, 2021 14:12

It arrived in a reasonable time and I got a notification of its delivery, it comes well protected with sleeves and extra packaging, it came sharpened and ready. I love it.