T10 Carbon Steel Katana with Hamon Blade, Chrysanthemum Tsuba in Teal Lacquer Saya

The blade on this katana is forged from T10 carbon steel, a high-carbon tool steel known for its hardness and edge retention. A genuine hamon is visible along the blade's length - the natural temper line produced during the hardening process - running in an irregular wave pattern that catches the light differently at each angle. The blade surface also carries a hand-engraved dragon motif, adding a layer of visual detail to the polished chrome finish. This is a full tang blade, meaning the steel runs the complete length through the handle.

The tsuka is wrapped in traditional black cotton ito over a base of genuine white samegawa (ray skin). The ray skin's nodular surface creates a firm foundation under the wrap, while the ito crosses in the standard diagonal pattern, leaving the characteristic white diamond windows of samegawa visible between each pass. The overall handle color is black with white accents, offering strong grip texture and a classic two-tone appearance.

The tsuba is the standout hardware piece on this build. Cast in a chrysanthemum theme with gold and silver gilding, the multi-layered floral design extends outward from the center in overlapping petals. The gold tone is warm and rich against the darker handle, and the gilded detailing on the flower surfaces gives it a dimensional quality that photographs well and reads clearly in person. This is part of a full Green T10 katana koshirae assembly.

The saya is made from hardwood finished in teal lacquer with visible gold flecks distributed across the surface, giving it a speckled, almost galaxy-like depth when viewed in direct light. The teal tone is cool and saturated - distinctly green-blue rather than muted - and pairs directly with the teal sageo cord tied at the koiguchi. The koiguchi and kojiri fittings are made from real horn, providing traditional end pieces that complement the lacquer finish without metallic distraction. For more options in this colorway, see our Green Scabbard Japanese Samurai Swords collection.

Total length is 41 inches with a blade width of 1.259 inches and spine thickness of 0.275 inches. The katana weighs 3 lb and ships in a 43 x 4 x 4 inch package. Note: no sword stand or display holder is included.