1060 carbon steel sits in the middle of the carbon range - lower than T10 or 1095, higher than 1045. That positioning gives it a balance of toughness and edge retention that suits the naginata format well: the longer handle creates different load dynamics than a katana, and the material's resilience under those conditions is an asset. This piece is built on that logic: 1060 steel, full-tang construction, black hardwood saya and handle.
The hardwood construction is notable at this tier. Both the saya and the handle are solid black hardwood - not lacquered over a softer substrate, not composite. The result is a heavier, denser feel throughout the piece. The black finish across both elements creates a unified, austere aesthetic: no contrasting fittings, no color accent - just the steel blade and the black hardwood body.
At 1.9 lbs in the extended-handle naginata configuration, the balance point sits further back than a katana of similar overall length - the extended tsuka shifts weight distribution and creates the two-hand grip geometry that characterizes the format. Verified buyers rate it 5 stars. Ships from the US warehouse for faster domestic delivery.
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- 1060 carbon steel blade - mid-range carbon content delivers a balance of toughness and edge retention suited to the naginata polearm format.
- Black hardwood saya and matching black hardwood handle - solid wood construction throughout, not lacquered over softwood or composite.
- Full-tang construction: the blade runs continuously from tip through the entire hardwood handle for structural continuity.
- Extended tsuka handle in the naginata polearm configuration - shifts the balance point back and creates the two-hand grip geometry of the format.
- 5-star rated by verified buyers, 4 reviews. Ships from the US warehouse - faster domestic delivery for US orders.
- Free shipping & 30-day money-back guarantee.
Specification
| Item Number | TK-JP-G11051 |
| Primary Color | Black |
| Primary Material | 1060 Carbon Steel |
Item Dimensions & Packaging
| Dimensions | 71.6 * 1.2 Inches |
| Weight | 1.9 Pounds |
| Packing Size | 73.6 x 3.9 x 3.9 Inches |
| Shipping Weight | 5.0 Pounds |
