T10 Carbon Steel Katana with Real Hamon - Red Lacquer Saya, Skull Bronze Tsuba, Black-Red Handle

The blade on this katana is forged from T10 carbon steel and finished with a hand-ground edge that reveals a genuine hamon - the undulating temper line running the full length of the chrome-polished nagasa. T10 is a high-carbon tool steel prized for its ability to hold a refined edge, and the visible hamon on each piece is a direct result of the differential heat treatment applied during forging rather than acid etching. The result is a blade with real character: no two hamon lines are identical.

The tsuka uses a full-tang construction, meaning the blade steel runs the complete length of the handle for solid, uninterrupted structure. The grip itself is wrapped in black cotton cord with a traditional diamond pattern over red PU samegawa, giving the handle a two-tone black-red appearance with good grip texture. Copper-tone fittings at the habaki and fuchi complete the handle assembly.

The tsuba is the standout feature of this koshirae. Cast in bronze-finish alloy, it carries an intricate skull relief design - multiple skull forms arranged in a circular composition with fine surface texture throughout. The warm copper tone of the tsuba sits in deliberate contrast to the polished blade and the dark handle wrapping, giving the piece a strong visual identity. If you're drawn to Skull Theme Tsuba Katana designs, this tsuba represents one of the more detailed executions in that category.

The saya is lacquered hardwood in a deep red finish, decorated with repeating gold chrysanthemum mon motifs spaced evenly along the body. The mouth of the saya features a multicolor speckled inlay section in teal and gold tones beneath the black sageo cord, which is tied at the kurigata in a traditional knot. The red-and-gold color palette of the saya pairs directly with the red samegawa wrap on the handle for a cohesive overall look - one that also fits naturally among Colored Katana collections built around bold lacquer finishes.

Overall length is 41 inches with a shipping weight of 5 lb. The sword ships in a 43 x 4 x 4 in box. Total weight of the sword itself is 4 lb. Sword stand or display holder is not included with purchase.