Product Details

The blade is hand-forged from T10 carbon steel and finished with a hand-worked edge that reveals a flowing hamon line along the length of the chrome-polished surface. The full-tang construction carries the steel continuously into the handle, giving the piece structural integrity that pure decorative replicas rarely achieve. Collectors drawn to Authentic Samurai Sword craft will recognize the attention to blade geometry - a 1.259-inch-wide profile tapering to a cleanly finished kissaki.

The tsuka is built over genuine white samegawa ray skin, wrapped in dark navy blue cord in the traditional diagonal diamond pattern. Gold menuki peek through the crossings of the wrap, and the fuchi and kashira hardware echo the same warm gold tone, giving the handle a unified, intentional look from every angle.

The tsuba is cast copper finished in gold, shaped in a square-rounded silhouette with an ornate scroll design and open lattice cutwork. The detailing is fine enough to reward close inspection - an aesthetic signature that distinguishes this piece within the broader Black Cloud Tsuba Katana family of koshirae-style builds.

The saya is formed from hardwood and sealed with multiple layers of natural lacquer to a deep, mirror-level black gloss. A black-and-red braided sageo is secured through the kurikata, its two-tone twist providing vivid color contrast against the all-black scabbard. Real horn fittings at the koiguchi and kojiri reinforce the saya's opening and tip.

At 40.55 inches overall and 2.8 pounds, this katana presents with the proportions of a full-size nihonto replica. The koshirae-style fittings - gold hardware, blue wrap, black lacquer, red-black sageo - come together as a cohesive presentation piece suited for wall display, collection shelving, or koshirae study.

  • Hand-forged T10 carbon steel blade with a visible hamon line and a hand-finished edge, delivering refined sharpness across the full-tang construction.
  • Full-tang build ensures solid balance from tip to pommel - the blade runs continuously through the dark blue ito-wrapped tsuka for a secure, stable grip.
  • Dark blue cord wraps tightly over genuine white samegawa (ray skin), creating a traditional diamond-pattern handle with natural texture and reliable hold.
  • Gold-toned copper tsuba features an ornate scroll motif with open cutwork detailing, flanked by matching fuchi and kashira hardware in warm gold finish.
  • Black hardwood saya is sealed with premium natural lacquer for a high-gloss mirror finish; a black-and-red braided sageo adds a bold contrast accent.
  • Overall length 40.55 in, blade width 1.259 in, weight 2.8 lb - proportions that suit both display mounting and koshirae-style presentation.

Specification

Product Specifications
Item NumberTK-JP-G11045
Primary ColorBlack
Primary MaterialT10 Carbon Steel
Saya ColorBlack
Saya MaterialHardwood Lacquer
Tsuka ColorDark Blue
Nagasa ColorChrome
Sageo ColorBlack-red
Tsuba ColorGold
Tsuba ThemeOrnate Scroll
Nagasa HamonYes
StyleKoshirae
Dimensions40.6 x 1.3 x 0.3 Inches
Weight2.8 Pounds
Packing Size42.9 x 3.9 x 3.5 Inches
Shipping Weight3.3 Pounds

Frequently Asked Questions

What steel and hardness does this katana blade use?
The blade is hand-forged from T10 carbon steel and finished with a hand-worked edge. A visible hamon line runs along the polished surface, reflecting the differential finishing applied during the blade's production.
What is the tsuba material and design on this katana?
The tsuba is cast copper with a gold finish, featuring an ornate scroll motif and open lattice cutwork. It measures in a square-rounded silhouette and is paired with matching gold-tone fuchi and kashira hardware.
What color is the handle wrap and saya on this piece?
The tsuka is wrapped in dark navy blue cord over genuine white samegawa, forming a traditional diamond pattern with gold menuki at the crossings. The saya is black hardwood sealed in natural lacquer gloss, with a black-and-red braided sageo attached.