T10 Carbon Steel Katana with Real Hamon, Wave Engraving in Brown Cord Handle - Dragon Tsuba

The blade on this katana is forged from T10 carbon steel and heat-treated to produce a genuine hamon - the undulating crystalline line visible along the edge of the 28.3-inch nagasa. Unlike decorative acid-etched patterns, this hamon is a direct result of the differential hardening process applied during forging. The chrome-polished surface carries a wave engraving along the flat, adding a sculptural quality to the steel that catches light at different angles. Full-tang construction runs through the entire handle assembly.

The tsuka is 10.2 inches long, wrapped in brown cotton cord in a traditional diagonal pattern over black ray-skin (samegawa). Alloy menuki and fittings are fitted beneath the wrap, giving the handle a textured, secure grip profile. The brown cord color ties the handle visually to the brown sageo cord on the saya, creating a cohesive earth-tone palette across the full piece.

Separating blade from handle is a black iron tsuba cast with a dragon-in-clouds motif. The circular guard features deep-relief scrollwork surrounding a central dragon figure - a design rooted in classical Japanese koshirae aesthetics. The dark iron finish contrasts cleanly against the chrome blade and the warm tones of the handle wrap. If you're exploring similar guard styles, the Real Copper Tsuba Japanese Samurai Swords collection offers related koshirae options worth comparing.

The saya is crafted from natural hardwood with a visually striking golden-amber wood grain finish - the figuring in the wood gives each scabbard a one-of-a-kind surface pattern. A brown sageo cord is knotted at the kurigata, matching the handle wrap. The saya's warm natural tone serves as a neutral counterpoint to the darker metal fittings and the polished steel blade. For more options in this material and color range, see the Olive T10 Carbon Steel Katana collection.

Overall length is 40.5 inches (103 cm), nagasa 28.3 inches (72 cm), handle 10.2 inches (26 cm). Total weight is 3.0 lbs. Packaged in a 43 x 4 x 4 inch box at a shipping weight of 5 lbs. Sword stand is not included.