Product Details

The blade on this shikomizue replica is forged from T10 carbon steel and features a visible hamon line running along the edge - a temper pattern that reflects the hand-finishing process applied during production. The chrome-polished surface gives the blade a bright, mirror-adjacent finish, while the tantō-style squared tip (kissaki) adds a distinctive silhouette. At 40.5 inches overall with a blade width of 1.26 inches, the proportions stay true to the straight-bladed shikomizue form. This piece is part of our T10 Clay Tempered Sword collection.

The full tang construction extends through the entire length of the handle, ensuring the blade and grip form a single unified structure. Black metal collar fittings (habaki and seppa area) seat cleanly at the blade-to-handle transition, providing a tight, finished fit with no visible gaps.

The tsuba is cast in gold-toned metal and engraved with a phoenix design - wings swept back, rendered in clean relief against the square-format guard. The gold finish creates a strong visual contrast against both the polished blade and the dark handle fittings, making the tsuba the natural focal point of the assembled piece.

Both the tsuka and saya are finished in a black-and-white marble splatter pattern applied over a hardwood core and sealed with natural lacquer. The pattern - white paint splashed irregularly across a deep black base - creates a high-contrast, abstract surface that reads differently from every angle. A black sageo cord wraps the saya at the kojiri end, completing the monochrome palette. Browse our Single Edged Sword collection for related styles.

This shikomizue replica weighs 2.9 lbs and ships in packaging measuring 43.3 x 3.93 x 3.14 inches. The straight profile, marble lacquer finish, and gold phoenix tsuba make it a visually distinct addition to any Japanese sword collection. Note: sword stand is not included.

  • Blade forged from T10 carbon steel with a visible hamon line along the edge, delivering a hand-finished temper pattern and a polished chrome finish across the 40.5-inch full-length profile.
  • Full tang construction runs the entire length of the handle, providing solid structural integrity and confident balance at 2.9 lbs total weight.
  • Gold-toned tsuba features an engraved phoenix motif, adding a bold decorative focal point that contrasts sharply against the black collar fittings.
  • Handle and saya are finished in a striking black-and-white marble splatter pattern over hardwood with natural lacquer coating, giving each piece a one-of-a-kind visual texture.
  • Overall length reaches 40.5 inches with a blade width of 1.26 inches, sized for wall display or collection alongside other single-edged replica pieces.

Specification

Product Specifications
Item NumberTK-JP-G10110
Primary ColorMarble
Primary MaterialT10 Carbon Steel
Saya ColorBlack-white
Saya MaterialHardwood Lacquer
Tsuka ColorBlack-white
Nagasa ColorChrome
Sageo ColorBlack
Tsuba ColorGold
Tsuba ThemePhoenix
Nagasa HamonYes
StyleShirasaya
Dimensions40.5 x 1.3 x 0.3 Inches
Weight2.9 Pounds
Packing Size43.3 x 3.93 x 3.14 Inches
Shipping Weight4.4 Pounds

Frequently Asked Questions

What steel and finish does this shikomizue blade use?
The blade is forged from T10 carbon steel with a hand-finished hamon temper line visible along the edge and a chrome-polished surface across the 40.5-inch, full-tang profile.
What does the tsuba design look like on this sword?
The tsuba is gold-toned metal with an engraved phoenix motif in relief. It sits against black collar fittings, creating a strong contrast with both the polished blade and the marble-patterned handle.
How is the marble pattern on the saya and handle made?
The black-and-white marble splatter pattern is applied over a hardwood core and sealed with natural lacquer. White paint is splashed irregularly across a deep black base, giving each piece a unique surface texture.