Design Your Dream Katana: Custom Hand-Forged Japanese Samurai Swords

Have you always dreamed of owning a Japanese samurai sword that's uniquely yours? A katana crafted to your exact specifications, reflecting your personal style and spirit? At HanBon Forge, we make that dream a reality. Our custom katana service empowers you to design your own katana from the ground up, bringing your vision to life with unparalleled craftsmanship.

Every HanBon Forge custom sword is a masterpiece, full hand-forged by skilled artisans using time-honored traditional techniques and the highest quality materials. This isn't just a sword; it's a functional work of art, built for performance, display, and personal legacy.

Your Journey to a Unique Katana Starts Here

Our intuitive customization process gives you complete control over every detail of your personalized samurai sword. Dive into the options and create a katana that's truly one-of-a-kind.

Choose Your Blade Type & Steel

The soul of your katana lies in its blade. We offer a diverse selection of premium high carbon steel options, each with distinct characteristics:

• 1060 High Carbon Steel: A robust and resilient choice, ideal for practice.
• 1095 High Carbon Steel: Known for its superior hardness and excellent edge retention.
• T10 Steel Blade: Our top-tier option, offering exceptional strength and razor-sharpness. Choose from clay tempered with a genuine Hamon, Hazuya Polished for enhanced beauty, or Choji Hamon for a unique temper line.
• 9260 Spring Steel: Highly flexible and incredibly durable, designed to withstand rigorous use.
• Folded Steel: Showcases a stunning, intricate grain pattern (Hada) from being folded 13 times, creating 8192 layers. Available in natural, red, or black finishes.
• Kobuse Blade (Folded Steel + 1095 Steel): A sophisticated laminated construction that combines flexibility with a hard cutting edge.

You can also opt for a No Groove, Single Groove, Double Groove (Bo-hi) to influence the blade's weight and balance.

Customize Your Tsuka (Handle) & Wrapping

The Tsuka is where your connection to the sword begins. Personalize its feel and appearance:

• Tsuka-Ito (Handle Cord): Select from high-quality cotton, luxurious silk (including genuine Japanese silk), or durable leather. Available in a wide array of colors like black, blue, red, brown, and gold to match your aesthetic.
• Same'gawa (Ray Skin): The traditional underwrap beneath the Ito, offering an authentic grip and texture. Choose from natural, red, black, blue, green, yellow, or unique antiqued colors. Opt for Full Wrapped Rayskin for enhanced durability and a premium look.
• Tsuka-Maki (Handle Wrap Style): Select between the classic Hineri-maki (tightly twisted) or the sturdy Katate-maki (battle wrap) for a grip that suits your preference.

Design Your Saya (Scabbard) & Sageo (Cord)

The Saya protects your blade and completes your sword's visual harmony.

• Saya Options: Choose from various finishes, including glossy black, matte black, red, blue, or unique speckle patterns. Upgrade to premium materials like Natural Hualee Wood with bull horn fittings, elegant Rayskin Wrapped Saya (black, red ,Purple or Yellow), or a sophisticated Leather Wrapped Saya with a strap.
• Sageo (Saya Cord): The decorative and functional cord that secures your Saya. Select from an extensive range of colors and patterns, including traditional Japanese Sageo, to perfectly complement your sword.

Select Your Fittings (Tsuba, Fuchi, Kashira, Menuki)

The sword's fittings (Koshirae) are vital elements that define its character and balance. HanBon Forge offers over a hundred unique designs:

• Tsuba (Handguard): Choose from a vast selection of designs in Alloy, Iron, or premium Brass. Themes range from intricate dragons, fierce warriors, and elegant flowers to classic wave motifs and traditional Musashi styles.
• Fuchi & Kashira: The collar and pommel, perfectly matching your chosen Tsuba.
• Menuki: The ornamental handle decorations beneath the Ito, adding subtle yet significant detail.
• Habaki & Seppa: These brass or copper components ensure a tight fit between the blade and fittings.

Add Engravings & Personal Touches

Make your katana truly one-of-a-kind with a personalized touch:

• Text engravings: You can have any language engraved, including Chinese, English, Japanese, Korean, Arabic, and more.
• Image engravings: While any image can be engraved, it's best to choose simpler designs for better results.

Have additional requests or specific design ideas not listed? Simply write a note in the text box, and our team will work to bring your vision to life.

Experience the HanBon Forge Difference

When you order your custom katana from HanBon Forge, you're not just buying a sword; you're investing in a piece of art backed by unparalleled service:

• Expert Craftsmanship: Each sword is fully hand-forged by master artisans, ensuring superior quality and authenticity.
• Transparent Process: We provide photos of your completed sword via email for your approval before shipping, guaranteeing your satisfaction.
• Direct Manufacturer: HanBon Forge is a sword manufacturer, not a second-hand dealer. This means that we have control over the entire production process, from designing and crafting the swords to quality control. As a direct manufacturer, we can ensure the highest level of craftsmanship and quality in their products.
• Fast & Reliable Shipping: Standard custom orders are ready in 5-7 business days. Non-standard lengths may take 20-30 business days. We handle customs for U.S. customers – no duties for you!
• Included Extras: Every customized sword comes with a free sword bag and a certificate of authenticity.
• Dedicated Support: Our team is here to guide you through every step of the customization process.

Ready to bring your dream katana to life?

START DESIGNING YOUR CUSTOM KATANA NOW!