T10 Carbon Steel Katana with Clay-Tempered Blade in Black Lacquer Saya - Chrysanthemum Tsuba

The blade on this katana is forged from T10 carbon steel and clay-tempered to produce a visible hamon line along the edge - a naturally occurring temper pattern unique to each piece. The chrome-polished surface reveals the differential hardness between the edge and spine, a hallmark of traditional Japanese blade geometry. At 40.55 inches overall with a 1.259-inch width at the widest point, the geometry is consistent with classical katana proportions.

The full tang construction anchors the blade securely through the tsuka, contributing to the sword's 2.8-lb balance point. Black ito cord wraps over genuine white samegawa in a traditional diamond braid, with silver-tone menuki set into the gaps of the wrap. The grip is firm without bulk, following the tapered profile of the underlying wooden core.

The tsuba is a standout detail - a round iron guard cut in a chrysanthemum petal pattern with open lattice work, finished in black with a copper-tone accent piece visible at the habaki. The contrast between the dark cutwork guard and the polished blade creates a strong visual transition from handle to blade.

The black lacquered hardwood saya fits the blade with a clean draw and secure seat. A beige sageo cord is wound and knotted at the kurigata in a braided decorative pattern, providing a warm contrast against the high-gloss black lacquer. The koiguchi and kojiri are finished in matching black, completing the koshirae-style presentation. Explore more options in our Black Samurai Katana collection for similar monochromatic builds.

Total length: 40.55 in | Width: 1.259 in | Thickness: 0.275 in | Weight: 2.8 lbs. Packaged at 42.9 x 3.9 x 3.5 inches, shipping weight 3.3 lbs. If you are looking for comparable T10 blades with different furniture styles, the Japanese Steel Katana collection covers a broad range of configurations.