Lion Tsuba T10 Carbon Steel Katana, Full Tang, Handmade & Purple Black Saya
- T10 carbon steel blade with a hand-finished hamon line and dragon engraving along the flat - a rare visual detail on a full tang katana replica.
- Full tang construction runs the entire length of the handle, providing solid structural integrity and well-balanced weight distribution at 2.8 lbs.
- Purple-black hardwood lacquer saya paired with a brown-purple sageo cord - the saya surface catches light with deep jewel-toned depth.
- Gold-brown lion-themed tsuba rendered in cast metal with detailed sculptural relief - a standout fittings choice in koshirae style.
- Black tsuka wrapping with white samegawa underlayer creates a sharp contrast, while the overall 40.55-inch length suits display or collection use.
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Product Details
The blade on this katana is forged from T10 carbon steel and hand-finished to reveal a distinct hamon line running along the edge - that wavy boundary between the hardened edge and softer spine is one of the most sought-after visual hallmarks in Japanese sword craft. Adding to the blade's character is a dragon engraving carved into the flat, giving the chrome-polished steel an extra layer of artistry that sets this piece apart in any collection.;
The full tang construction extends through the entire length of the black-wrapped tsuka, anchoring every component firmly together. White samegawa underneath the black cord wrap adds texture and grip surface, while the diamond-pattern lacing follows traditional tsuka-maki technique. At 2.8 lbs and 40.55 inches overall, the sword carries a presence that reads authentically in hand or on display.
The lion-themed tsuba is one of this katana's most distinctive features - cast in gold-brown metal with sculptural relief detailing, it depicts a lion motif surrounded by flowing decorative elements. The warm brass-toned finish contrasts cleanly against the dark tsuka above and the blade below, making the guard a genuine focal point of the koshirae fittings.
The saya is built from a hardwood core finished in purple-black lacquer, producing a surface that shifts between deep violet and near-black depending on the light. Brown-purple sageo cord wraps the scabbard in a layered binding pattern, with the braided ties visible in the close-up imagery. The color combination of the saya and sageo ties together the entire piece with a rich, cohesive palette. For collectors interested in exploring more options in this color range, the T10 Carbon Steel Katana collection offers additional variations worth browsing.
At 40.55 inches in length with a blade width of 1.259 inches, this replica fits standard single-sword wall mounts or display stands. Shipping weight is 3.3 lbs. Whether you are drawn to the dragon-engraved blade, the lion tsuba, or the purple-black saya, this katana delivers a layered visual experience that rewards close inspection. Browse the full Purple Katana collection to compare similar pieces.
Part of our Lion Katana collection.
- T10 carbon steel blade with a hand-finished hamon line and dragon engraving along the flat - a rare visual detail on a full tang katana replica.
- Full tang construction runs the entire length of the handle, providing solid structural integrity and well-balanced weight distribution at 2.8 lbs.
- Purple-black hardwood lacquer saya paired with a brown-purple sageo cord - the saya surface catches light with deep jewel-toned depth.
- Gold-brown lion-themed tsuba rendered in cast metal with detailed sculptural relief - a standout fittings choice in koshirae style.
- Black tsuka wrapping with white samegawa underlayer creates a sharp contrast, while the overall 40.55-inch length suits display or collection use.
Specification
| Item Number | TK-JP-G10910 |
|---|---|
| Primary Color | Purple |
| Primary Material | T10 Carbon Steel |
| Saya Color | Purple-black |
| Saya Material | Hardwood Lacquer |
| Tsuka Color | Black |
| Nagasa Color | Chrome |
| Sageo Color | Brown-purple |
| Tsuba Color | Gold-brown |
| Tsuba Theme | Lion |
| Nagasa Hamon | Yes |
| Blade Engraving | Dragon |
| Style | Koshirae |
| Dimensions | 40.6 x 1.3 x 0.3 Inches |
| Weight | 2.8 Pounds |
| Packing Size | 42.9 x 3.9 x 3.5 Inches |
| Shipping Weight | 3.3 Pounds |
