This hand-forged Japanese samurai katana sword is made from T8 tool steel, known for its exceptional hardness and durability. The blade features a clay-tempered edge, while the hardened full tang construction ensures superior strength and balance, making it a perfect example of high-quality craftsmanship in traditional Japanese swords. Additionally, this katana includes a free wooden single sword display stand, providing an elegant way to showcase your possession.
T8 Blade Material: T8 steel is a carbon tool steel known for its high hardness and wear resistance after quenching and tempering, making it suitable for tools that require these properties, such as knives. It contains elements like carbon, silicon, manganese, sulfur, phosphorus, chromium, nickel, and copper. After quenching, T8 steel can achieve a hardness of not less than 62HRC, offering high wear resistance.
Clay Tempered Blade: This traditional heat treatment technique involves covering parts of the blade that don't need high hardness with clay, then heating and quenching the blade. This process hardens the edge while keeping the spine more flexible, enhancing the knife's durability and performance.
Authentic Hamon: Hamon is the wavy pattern that forms on the blade of a Japanese sword after quenching. It's not only decorative but also indicative of the sword's forging and heat treatment quality. Straight hamon, nioi, and gunome are common hamon patterns, each with its unique visual effect and symbolic meaning.
Fittings: The sword's fittings, including the tsuba (guard), are crafted from pure copper.
Handle: The wooden handle is wrapped in synthetic ray skin and Black Ito Wrap, offering a comfortable grip and a refined look.
Sheath: The sheath is made from high mountain hardwood with lacquer finish and wrapped sageo, adding to the katana's aesthetic appeal.
