Specifications: This katana weighs 3 lbs with an overall length of 41 inches. The handle measures 11 inches, and the blade is 28.7 inches long, 0.3 inches thick, and 1.2 inches wide. The blade is crafted from T10 high carbon steel, rated 57 HRC for hardness
Why is T10/1095 Steel Ideal for a Samurai Sword? T10 steel, which contains Tungsten (T) and 1.0% carbon (10), is known for its high-carbon composition, making it extremely sharp, hard, strong, and durable. These swords are real weapons, sharp enough for practicing Japanese Iaido and Tameshigiri, suitable for cutting materials like tatami mats, bamboo, trees, and paper
Choosing a T10 Katana – The Hamon: For those who appreciate a real katana, the hamon is a visual mark of craftsmanship and quality. Created through clay tempering, the hamon balances hardness and flexibility, resulting in a strong and resilient blade—ideal qualities for a traditional katana
Crafting a Full Tang Sword Battle Ready: To make this sword battle-ready, the blade undergoes repeated heating, hammering, and folding. High-carbon and low-carbon steels are forged together, and a clay slurry is applied evenly. After water quenching, the blade is polished, and a groove (Bo-Hi) is added.
Detailed Fittings and Handle Design: The Tsuba (guard), Kashira (pommel), Habaki (blade collar), Menuki(ornament), and Fuchi (collar) are made of high-quality brass with intricate dragon carvings. The wooden handle (Tsuka) is wrapped in artificial fish skin (samegawa) and finished with a twisted hineri-maki pattern, providing both style and a secure grip
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Please note: the sword stand or holder is not included.