T10 Carbon Steel Tanto with Teal Pearl Rayskin Saya - Gold-Black Lion Tsuba, Black Cord Handle

The blade on this tanto is forged from T10 carbon steel and finished to a polished chrome edge, with a naturally formed hamon line visible along the length. At 21.65 inches overall and 1.54 lb, the proportions sit well in hand - solid without feeling heavy. The full tang runs the complete length of the handle, giving the piece structural integrity that holds up to repeated handling over time.

The tsuka is wrapped in black cord tsuka-ito over a genuine white samegawa base, with knot paper wraps seated at each diamond gap. The wrapping follows a traditional koshirae pattern, tight and even from kashira to tsuba. The kashira cap in black completes the handle in a clean, understated way.

The tsuba is the visual centerpiece of this tanto. Cast in copper and finished in a gold-black colorway, it features a lion motif rendered in raised relief with cloud scroll detailing around the perimeter. The gold gilding catches light differently depending on the angle, giving the guard depth that flat-finished pieces lack. For collectors interested in Gold Tsuba Tanto designs, this lion guard is a standout example of the style.

The saya is covered in teal pearl rayskin - the distinctive dot texture is visible across the full surface, with the green-teal tone shifting slightly depending on light conditions. Black sageo cord is tied in a traditional knot at the kurigata, with the cord ends hanging free for display. The koiguchi and kojiri are fitted with real horn fittings, which give the saya openings a clean, durable seat for the blade.

This tanto measures 21.65 inches in length with a blade width of 1.259 inches and a spine thickness of 0.275 inches. Shipping weight is 2.2 lb. If you are comparing Granite T10 Carbon Steel Tanto options, this teal rayskin build offers a distinctly different aesthetic while sharing the same core T10 steel foundation. Sword stand not included.