Product Overview

This 26-inch hand-forged katana is a full-size masterwork of traditional Japanese swordsmithing. Forged from T10 high-carbon tool steel and hardened to an impressive 60 HRC, the blade delivers exceptional edge retention, superior cutting performance, and the unmistakable feel of a true samurai weapon.

The blade undergoes authentic clay tempering (yaki-ire), producing a genuine hamon that flows across the steel like a frozen river of fire. It is then finished with an 18-stage hand polish incorporating the legendary three-color polish (san-shoku togi) — a meticulous Japanese technique that reveals the blade in three distinct tonal layers: the bright, luminous hamon (temper line), the deep, dark ji (body), and the razor-sharp shinogi (ridge). The result is a mirror-finished blade of extraordinary depth and clarity.

The mountings are equally commanding. The pure copper fittings set — tsuba, fuchi, and kashira — is intricately carved with traditional relief patterns and finished in a warm, lustrous gold-copper tone. The handle is wrapped over genuine ray skin (samegawa) with traditional hand-woven cotton cord, providing an authentic grip and the unmistakable texture of historical samurai swords. The solid wood scabbard is finished in deep black lacquer and adorned with hand-painted samurai family crest (kamon) motifs in gold — a detail that elevates this katana to ceremonial-grade presentation. A premium leather sageo completes the authentic look.

Specifications

Key Features

• ▸ Full-Size 26" Katana — A commanding 41-inch overall length with a 28-inch blade, delivering the authentic size, weight, and presence of a true samurai sword.
• ▸ T10 Steel Hardened to 60 HRC — Forged from premium T10 high-carbon tool steel and heat-treated to 60 HRC for extreme hardness, superior edge retention, and outstanding durability.
• ▸ Authentic Clay Tempering (Yaki-Ire) — Traditional differential hardening produces a genuine, visible hamon with a beautifully undulating pattern across the blade surface.
• ▸ 18-Step Hand Polish with Three-Color Finish — Meticulously polished through eighteen stages by hand, incorporating authentic san-shoku togi to reveal the hamon, ji, and shinogi in three distinct, breathtaking tonal layers.
• ▸ Mirror-Finished Blade — The final polish achieves a flawless mirror finish that reflects light with liquid-silver clarity, bringing the hamon into stunning, luminous detail.
• ▸ Pure Copper Carved Fittings — Complete matching mountings (tsuba, fuchi, kashira) crafted from solid pure copper with intricate relief carving and a warm, lustrous gold-copper finish.
• ▸ Genuine Ray Skin Handle (Samegawa) — The handle is built on a base of authentic ray skin, providing an unmistakable texture, superior grip, and the ceremonial-grade authenticity found on historical samurai swords.
• ▸ Hand-Painted Family Crest Saya — Solid wood scabbard finished in deep black lacquer and adorned with hand-painted traditional samurai family crest (kamon) motifs in gold for a regal, ceremonial presentation.
• ▸ Premium Leather Sageo — A thick, high-quality leather sageo (scabbard cord) adds durability, presence, and a touch of rugged elegance to the traditional presentation.
• ▸ Full Tang Construction — Blade extends through the entire handle for perfect balance, strength, and authentic samurai sword handling.

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