T10 Steel Handmade Samurai Katana – Tiger Theme

This hand-forged Japanese katana is crafted from premium T10 high carbon steel, known for its cutting ability and durability. Featuring a tiger motif on the fittings and a mirror polished blade with Bohi, this sword is designed for martial artists, collectors, and samurai sword enthusiasts.

Premium Blade Features

• Steel Type: T10 high carbon steel, hardened and oil quenched

• Geometry: Shinogi-Zukuri, with a defined Yokote for traditional Japanese aesthetics

• Groove (Bohi): Reduces blade weight, improving balance and sound feedback

• Polish: Mirror polish finish for a flawless reflective surface

• Edge: Razor sharp cutting edge (optional unsharpened version available)

• Tang: Full tang construction, secured with dual bamboo mekugi

Unique Tiger-Themed Mounting (Koshirae)

• Tsuba (Guard): Alloy, one side with a resting tiger in bamboo forest, the other with two tigers fighting among bamboo

• Fuchi & Kashira (Pommel & Sleeve): Alloy, decorated with tiger patterns

• Menuki (Handle Ornaments): Alloy tiger figures for enhanced grip aesthetics

• Habaki (Blade Collar): Brass

• Seppa (Spacers): Brass spacers, secure and durable

View more options at katana sword fittings.

Handle & Rayskin (Tsuka)

• Tsuka-Ito: Light brown synthetic silk, wrapped in Hineri-Maki style

• Samegawa: Genuine black rayskin panels for authenticity and durability

• Tsuka Length: 27cm (10.6 inches) – optimized for two-handed grip

Saya (Scabbard) & Sageo

• Saya: Matte black wooden scabbard

• Sageo: Light brown synthetic silk cord, hand-tied for traditional display

Dimensions & Measurements

• Overall Length: 103cm (40.6”)

• Blade Length (Nagasa): 71cm (27.9”)

• Motohaba (Width near Habaki): 3.2cm

• Sakihaba (Width near Tip): 2.3cm

• Kasane (Thickness at Habaki): 7.2mm

• Sakikasane (Thickness at Tip): 3mm

• Curvature (Sori): 1.9cm

• Weight without Saya: 2.1 lbs | With Saya: 2.5 lbs

• Point of Balance: 5.1 inches from guard (tsuba)

Custom Engravings & Options

We offer free blade engraving service in English, Chinese, or Japanese Kanji. For custom designs and logos, an additional $20 applies. Learn more at our blade engraving customization page.

• Free text engraving (multi-language available)

• Optional simple patterns or logos

• Fully customizable fittings, saya, tsuka, and sageo

What You Receive

• Handmade T10 Steel Katana (Tiger-themed fittings)

• Free sword bag

• Certificate of authenticity

FAQs

Q1: Can this katana be used for real cutting practice?
Yes, the T10 steel blade is heat treated and razor sharp, making it suitable for tameshigiri (cutting practice).

Q2: Can I order it with different colors or fittings?
Yes, we provide customization. Visit our custom Japanese sword section.

Q3: What does “Bohi” mean on this katana?
The Bo-Hi is a groove on the blade that reduces weight and produces a traditional “tachikaze” sound when swung.

Q4: How long does production take?
Each sword is handmade, typically taking 2–3 weeks plus shipping.

Q5: Do you ship to the USA and Europe?
Yes, worldwide shipping is available. Customs fees may apply depending on the country.