1095 Carbon Steel Katana with Blue Marble Hardwood Saya - Full Tang, Real Hamon, Black Cord Handle

The blade on this katana is ground from 1095 carbon steel - a high-carbon alloy valued for its edge retention and consistent performance. The hand-finished matte surface keeps the focus on the hamon, a genuine temper line that traces a wave pattern along the length of the blade. No two hamon lines are identical, making each piece visually distinct. At 40.55 inches overall with a blade width of 1.259 inches, the proportions follow traditional katana geometry. Explore more options in our 1095 Katana Sword collection.

The handle is built on a full tang core - the steel extends without interruption from tip to pommel, which is the foundation of sound construction on any serious replica piece. Over that core sits a wrap of PU white samegawa, giving the hilt a light, textured base layer. Black cotton cord is then wound over it in a traditional diagonal cross pattern, creating the diamond-shaped gaps that expose the white beneath. The contrast is clean and intentional, and the wrap provides a firm, non-slip feel in hand.

The tsuba is cast from black alloy in a geometric hollow design. The circular frame is interrupted by a series of open cutouts arranged with architectural precision, giving the guard a structured, almost industrial quality. A gold-tone fuchi sits at the base of the handle, adding a warm accent that bridges the chrome blade and the black fittings without overwhelming the overall palette.

The saya is made from hardwood lacquered in deep blue with a marble-style speckle finish - small light-colored flecks distributed across the dark field give it the appearance of polished stone. The lacquer layer seals and protects the wood while deepening the color. A black sageo cord is tied at the kurikata, providing a sharp contrast against the blue and completing the koshirae. If the color palette appeals to you, browse the full Blue Samurai Sword collection for related pieces.

Overall dimensions: 40.55 inches in length, 1.259 inches wide, 0.275 inches thick, weighing 2.8 lbs. Packaged at 42.9 x 3.9 x 3.5 inches with a shipping weight of 3.3 lbs. This is a collectible replica piece suited for display and appreciation of traditional Japanese sword craftsmanship. Sword stand is not included.