Product Details

The blade on this shirasaya katana is forged from T10 carbon steel, hand-finished to reveal a genuine hamon line that traces the full 40.5-inch chrome-polished nagasa. At 1.26 inches wide and 0.28 inches thick, the geometry delivers the clean silhouette associated with classical Japanese sword proportions. The full-tang construction ensures the blade runs uninterrupted through the handle core.

The tsuka follows the shirasaya tradition - no ito wrapping, no samegawa panels. Instead, the handle is shaped from hardwood and finished in the same dark green marble lacquer as the saya, creating a seamless, minimalist aesthetic from tip to end. This wrap-free design is the defining visual trait of the shirasaya form.

A plain gold-tone collar fitting at the koiguchi serves as the single metallic accent on the piece, providing a warm contrast against the dark green speckled lacquer. No tsuba is present, which is consistent with the shirasaya configuration - the collar alone marks the transition between handle and blade.

The saya is constructed from hardwood and finished with a premium natural lacquer in dark green marble pattern. Under direct light, the surface shows a dense speckle of green and black throughout, giving the scabbard a textured, almost mineral appearance. The fit between saya and blade is tight and precise. Explore more options in the Shirasaya Sword collection.

Overall dimensions: 40.5 in length, 1.26 in blade width, 0.28 in blade thickness, 3.2 lb total weight. Packaged at 43.4 x 3.9 x 3.14 in with a shipping weight of 3.4 lb. Sword stand is not included. This piece is part of our broader Shirasaya Samurai Katana lineup for collectors seeking the stripped-down elegance of the traditional Japanese storage sword form.

  • Blade forged from T10 carbon steel with a hand-finished edge and a visible real hamon line running the full length of the 40.5-inch chrome-polished nagasa.
  • Full-tang construction runs the entire length of the tsuka, providing solid structural integrity throughout the shirasaya-style handle and blade assembly.
  • Saya and tsuka are crafted from hardwood finished in a dark green marble lacquer - the speckled green-and-black pattern is visually striking under both natural and display lighting.
  • A plain gold-tone collar (koiguchi fitting) separates the dark green tsuka from the polished blade, adding a clean metallic contrast to the overall green and black color scheme.
  • Overall length 40.5 in, blade width 1.26 in, blade thickness 0.28 in, total weight 3.2 lb - proportioned for shelf or wall display in any collection space.

Specification

Product Specifications
Item NumberTK-JP-G10330
Primary ColorMarble
Primary MaterialT10 Carbon Steel
Saya ColorDark Green
Saya MaterialHardwood Lacquer
Tsuka ColorDark Green
Nagasa ColorChrome
Tsuba ColorGold
Tsuba ThemePlain
Nagasa HamonYes
StyleShirasaya
Dimensions40.5 x 1.3 x 0.3 Inches
Weight3.2 Pounds
Packing Size43.4 x 3.9 x 3.14 Inches
Shipping Weight3.4 Pounds

Frequently Asked Questions

What steel and hardness does this katana use?
The blade is forged from T10 carbon steel with a hand-finished real hamon visible along the nagasa. Specific Rockwell hardness is not listed in the product specs, but T10 is a high-carbon tool steel known for good edge retention.
Does this shirasaya have a tsuba or guard?
No tsuba is included - this is a true shirasaya configuration. The only fitting at the blade junction is a plain gold-tone collar at the koiguchi, which is the single metallic accent on the entire piece.
What does the saya finish actually look like in detail?
Both the saya and tsuka are hardwood finished in a dark green marble lacquer. The surface shows a dense speckle of green and black particles throughout, giving it a textured mineral appearance that shifts under different lighting.
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