Dragon Tsuba T10 Carbon Steel Katana, Clay Tempered, Handmade & Black Saya
- T10 carbon steel full-tang blade with clay tempering produces a genuine hamon line and wave engraving along the flat, delivering visible craftsmanship in every inch of polished steel.
- Black cord tsuka wrapped over real white samegawa ray skin creates a firm, traditional grip with bold monochrome contrast that echoes classic koshirae construction.
- Copper tsuba features a detailed dragon motif with gold and silver gilding - the black-gold color scheme adds depth and an unmistakable focal point between blade and handle.
- Hardwood saya finished in glossy black natural lacquer with a textured surface pattern; beige sageo cord ties off at the kurigata with a braided knot for an authentic presentation.
- Overall length 41 in, blade width 1.259 in, weight 3 lb - proportions suited for display mounting or koshirae study by collectors and Japanese sword enthusiasts.
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Product Details
The blade is forged from T10 carbon steel and clay tempered to produce a distinct hamon running the length of the cutting edge. A hand-engraved wave motif runs along the flat of the blade, adding visual texture that sets this piece apart from standard production katana. The polished finish on the chrome-toned nagasa highlights the hamon contrast clearly, making it a strong focal point for collectors drawn to traditional sword aesthetics. Explore more steel options in our Iron Katana collection.;
The tsuka is assembled in koshirae style over genuine white samegawa ray skin, then wrapped with black cord in a traditional diagonal pattern. White menuki accents are visible through the wrap, providing small decorative anchors that follow historical handle construction. The grip measures proportionally to the 41-inch overall length, balancing the 3-lb weight across a full-tang build.
The copper tsuba is the most visually commanding fittings piece on this sword. A dragon is rendered in relief across the face, with gold and silver gilding applied to the raised details against a black ground. The black-gold color palette of the tsuba ties directly to both the black saya and the gold accents at the koiguchi, creating a cohesive fittings set.
The saya is constructed from hardwood and finished with a premium natural lacquer that dries to a textured, deeply black surface with visible grain-like patterning throughout. A beige sageo cord is secured at the kurigata and tied in a multi-loop braided knot - visible in detail in the product images - adding a warm neutral tone that offsets the dark lacquer cleanly. For collectors focused on distinctive scabbard aesthetics, the Gold Saya Katana collection offers complementary styles worth comparing.
Overall dimensions: 41 in length, 1.259 in blade width, 0.275 in spine thickness, 3 lb weight. Ships in a 43 x 4 x 4 in package at 4 lb. Sword stand not included. This katana is intended as a collectible and display piece for enthusiasts of Japanese sword craftsmanship.
Part of our T10 Carbon Steel Katana collection.
- T10 carbon steel full-tang blade with clay tempering produces a genuine hamon line and wave engraving along the flat, delivering visible craftsmanship in every inch of polished steel.
- Black cord tsuka wrapped over real white samegawa ray skin creates a firm, traditional grip with bold monochrome contrast that echoes classic koshirae construction.
- Copper tsuba features a detailed dragon motif with gold and silver gilding - the black-gold color scheme adds depth and an unmistakable focal point between blade and handle.
- Hardwood saya finished in glossy black natural lacquer with a textured surface pattern; beige sageo cord ties off at the kurigata with a braided knot for an authentic presentation.
- Overall length 41 in, blade width 1.259 in, weight 3 lb - proportions suited for display mounting or koshirae study by collectors and Japanese sword enthusiasts.
Specification
| Item Number | TK-JP-G11119 |
|---|---|
| Primary Color | Black |
| Primary Material | T10 Carbon Steel |
| Themes | Dragon Tsuba |
| Sharpness | Razor Sharp |
| Saya Color | Black |
| Saya Material | Hardwood Lacquer |
| Tsuka Color | Black |
| Nagasa Color | Chrome |
| Sageo Color | Beige |
| Tsuba Color | Black-gold |
| Tsuba Theme | Dragon |
| Nagasa Hamon | Yes |
| Blade Engraving | Wave |
| Style | Koshirae |
| Dimensions | 41 x 1.3 x 0.3 Inches |
| Weight | 3.0 Pounds |
| Packing Size | 43 x 4 x 4 Inches |
| Shipping Weight | 4.0 Pounds |
