{"product_id":"handmade-japanese-tanto-sword-t10-carbon-steel-clay-tempered-choji-hamon-full-tang-real-ray-skin-handle-copper-fittings-blue-lacquered-dragon-saya-21-6","title":"Handmade Japanese Tanto Sword T10 Carbon Steel Clay Tempered Choji Hamon Full Tang Real Ray Skin Handle Copper Fittings Blue Lacquered Dragon Saya 21.6\"","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHandmade T10 Choji Hamon Tanto — A Masterpiece of Traditional Swordsmithing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the discerning collector who demands authenticity, this \u003cstrong\u003ehandmade Japanese tanto\u003c\/strong\u003e represents the pinnacle of modern traditional swordcraft. Forged from \u003cstrong\u003eT10 high-carbon steel\u003c\/strong\u003e and finished with an unmistakable \u003cstrong\u003eGunome Choji Hamon\u003c\/strong\u003e, every element of this short sword has been executed with the reverence and precision once reserved for the blades of feudal samurai. From the real pearl ray skin handle to the hand-engraved copper mountings and the striking blue dragon saya, this tanto is not merely a collectible — it is an heirloom in the making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e⚔️ The Blade: T10 Steel \u0026amp; Choji Hamon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of this tanto lies a \u003cstrong\u003ehand-forged T10 high-carbon steel blade\u003c\/strong\u003e measuring \u003cstrong\u003e13 inches (33cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e in length. T10 steel is the material of choice for collectors who specifically desire a visible, authentic hamon — its high carbon content supports true \u003cstrong\u003eclay tempering (yaki-ire)\u003c\/strong\u003e, the ancient differential hardening technique that defines Japanese sword aesthetics. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the clay tempering process, the smith applies a precise layer of clay to the blade before quenching. The exposed edge cools rapidly to a glass-hard state, while the clay-covered spine cools more slowly, retaining flexibility. The result is the breathtaking \u003cstrong\u003eGunome Choji Hamon\u003c\/strong\u003e — a temper line that undulates across the blade like clove blossoms in bloom, a pattern historically associated with the Bizen and Soshu traditions of Japanese swordsmithing. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e✨ 18-Stage Hand Polishing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade edge receives an extraordinary \u003cstrong\u003e18-step hand-polishing treatment\u003c\/strong\u003e using progressively finer Japanese water stones. This meticulous togi process does more than sharpen — it brings the hamon to life with crystalline clarity, revealing the subtle activities (hataraki) within the temper line that machine polishing can never achieve. The spine and shinogi-ji are polished to a soft satin sheen, creating a striking contrast against the bright, mirror-like edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🐉 Premium Mountings \u0026amp; Real Ray Skin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003etsuka (handle)\u003c\/strong\u003e is built around a full-tang blade and wrapped over \u003cstrong\u003egenuine pearl ray skin (samegawa)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the same material used on authentic nihonto for over 700 years. The natural granular texture of the ray skin provides an unmatched grip foundation, while the white cotton \u003cstrong\u003etsuka-ito\u003c\/strong\u003e wrapping is tightened and shaped by hand for both beauty and function. Copper \u003cstrong\u003emenuki\u003c\/strong\u003e ornaments are concealed beneath the wrap, adding a touch of hidden luxury.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003etsuba (handguard)\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003efuchi (collar)\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003ekashira (pommel)\u003c\/strong\u003e are all cast from \u003cstrong\u003esolid copper\u003c\/strong\u003e and feature intricate hand-engraved motifs of dragons and traditional waves, finished in a rich antique gold patina. A matching copper \u003cstrong\u003ehabaki\u003c\/strong\u003e (blade collar) ensures a snug, rattle-free fit within the scabbard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🎨 Blue Lacquered Dragon Saya\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003esaya (scabbard)\u003c\/strong\u003e is constructed from seasoned hardwood and coated with multiple layers of deep \u003cstrong\u003eblue urushi lacquer\u003c\/strong\u003e, polished to a lustrous, glass-like finish. A magnificent \u003cstrong\u003egold dragon\u003c\/strong\u003e is hand-painted across the surface, its scales and whiskers rendered with artistic precision. 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Buyers must be 18 years of age or older. We are not responsible for any misuse of this product. The blade is factory-sharp; handle with extreme care. Carbon steel requires regular oiling with choji oil or mineral oil to prevent oxidation. 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