Product Details

The blade on this katana is forged from T10 carbon steel and hand-finished to a high-polish chrome mirror surface. A real hamon line runs along the edge - formed during the tempering process and visible as a subtle wave pattern - distinguishing it from decorative pieces with etched imitations. The full-tang construction extends through the entire handle length, giving the piece structural integrity suited for serious collectors.

The tsuka is wrapped in red cord over real white samegawa (ray skin), with the diamond pattern pulled tight in a traditional tsukaito style. Copper fittings at the habaki and fuchi reinforce the assembly and complement the warm red color scheme. The handle terminates in a matching red-cord kashira for a cohesive finish.

The brown chrysanthemum tsuba is cast with a ribbed petal form and engraved cloud scroll motifs near the rim - a design rooted in Japanese imperial symbolism. The overall koshirae style stays faithful to classical samurai sword mountings while the bold red-and-brown palette gives it a striking visual contrast against the chrome blade.

The dark red saya is crafted from hardwood with a piano lacquer finish that produces a deep, glossy sheen. A red-and-black braided sageo is tied in a decorative knot at the koiguchi, adding a finishing detail that carries through the sword's color story. For more options in this color family, explore our Red Samurai Sword collection.

Overall length is 41 inches and shipping weight is 5 lbs, packaged in a 43 x 4 x 4 inch box. Each piece is individually handmade, so minor variations in the hamon line and cord wrap are expected and reflect hand-production. Sword stand not included.

  • Forged from T10 carbon steel with a hand-finished edge and real hamon line visible along the blade - a genuine tempering mark, not a cosmetic etch.
  • Full-tang construction runs the entire length of the handle, secured with copper fittings and wrapped in red cord over real white samegawa for a traditional koshirae feel.
  • Brown chrysanthemum-themed tsuba with intricate cloud scroll relief detailing at the rim - a classic motif drawn from Japanese court aesthetics.
  • Dark red hardwood saya finished in high-gloss piano lacquer, accented with a red-and-black sageo cord tied in a decorative knot at the koiguchi.
  • Overall length 41 inches, shipping weight 5 lbs - proportioned for display or formal collection, individually handmade so minor variations add character to each piece.

Specification

Product Specifications
Item NumberTK-JP-G10281
Primary ColorRed
Primary MaterialT10 Carbon Steel
Saya ColorDark Red
Saya MaterialHardwood Piano Lacquer
Tsuka ColorRed
Nagasa ColorChrome
Sageo ColorRed-black
Tsuba ColorBrown
Tsuba ThemeChrysanthemum
Nagasa HamonYes
StyleKoshirae
Dimensions41 Inches
Weight4.0 Pounds
Packing Size43 x 4 x 4 Inches
Shipping Weight5.0 Pounds

Frequently Asked Questions

What steel and hardness does this katana blade use?
The blade is forged from T10 carbon steel and heat-treated to produce a real hamon line along the edge. The high-polish chrome finish is achieved through hand-finishing rather than machine buffing.
Is the ray skin on the handle real samegawa?
Yes - the tsuka uses real white samegawa (genuine ray skin) beneath the red cord wrap, with a traditional diamond tsukaito pattern and copper fuchi and habaki fittings securing the full-tang construction.
What is the tsuba design and saya material?
The tsuba is brown with a chrysanthemum petal form and cloud scroll engraving near the rim. The saya is dark red hardwood finished in piano lacquer, accented with a red-and-black braided sageo cord.

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