Empire Wheel Katana full view with Empire Wheel tsuba and black saya finish standard handle
Empire Wheel Katana themed tsuba detail standard handle
Empire Wheel Katana sheathed with black saya finish and Empire Wheel tsuba standard handle
Empire Wheel Katana end cap beside black leather wrap standard handle
Empire Wheel Katana black leather handle and rayskin inlay
Empire Wheel Katana handle side with black leather over rayskin
Empire Wheel Katana collar detail view with Empire Wheel tsuba and black saya finish standard handle
Empire Wheel Katana tsuba front close-up standard handle
Empire Wheel Katana black-finished saya opening detail standard handle
Empire Wheel Katana black-finished saya with black cotton sageo standard handle
Empire Wheel Katana black-finished saya end detail standard handle
Empire Wheel Katana blade side profile standard handle
Empire Wheel Katana blade tip profile standard handle
Empire Wheel Katana blade surface detail standard handle
Empire Wheel Katana exposed tang inscription standard handle

Handmade Sword

Empire Wheel Katana β€” 1045 Carbon Steel, Standard Handle, Hand Forged, Full Tang, Battle Ready

SKU: 996

$240.99 $340.99
βš”οΈ Battle Ready
πŸ”₯ Hand Forged
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Ships from USA
πŸ›‘οΈ 30-Day Satisfaction
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Blade1045 Carbon
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ProcessHeat Tempered
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TangFull Tang
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EdgeSharp

This Empire Wheel Katana keeps the full-length profile clean through a black lacquer saya and standard handle. The wheel-themed fitting detail gives the sword its identity up close, while the 1045 carbon steel blade keeps the material facts straightforward; this version is listed without a bo-hi, so the blade side reads more solid.

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Product Specifications
Steel / Material 1045 High Carbon Steel
Hardness 52–54 HRC (edge) / 48–50 HRC (spine)
Process Hand Forged, Heat Tempered
Hamon Visible temper line, hand polished
Hi (Blood Groove) No Hi β€” smooth blade without blood groove
Edge Hand Sharpened β€” Sharp and functional
Blade Length 28.5"
Handle Length 11
Overall Length 43.25"
Weight 2.4 lbs (without Saya) / 3.1 lbs (with Saya)
Tsuba (Guard) Empire Wheel Tsuba
Tsuka (Handle) Genuine Rayskin, Japanese Cotton Ito, Metal Menuki
Tang Full tang with 1 Mekugi (peg)
Saya (Scabbard) Semi-matte black lacquered wood β€” subdued non-reflective finish: the lacquer surface absorbs rather than reflects light, giving the saya a quiet, unassuming presence distinct from high-gloss piano lacquer finishes β€” tied with black cotton Ito
Disassembly Can be fully taken apart and reassembled
Quality Control Individually inspected before shipping β€” California warehouse
Package Contents
  • βœ“ 1Γ— Assembled Sword with Saya
  • βœ“ 1Γ— Cotton Sword Carrying Bag
  • βœ“ Double-layer protective packaging (tube box + shipping box)

This Empire Wheel Katana keeps the full-length profile clean through a black lacquer saya and standard handle. The wheel-themed fitting detail gives the sword its identity up close, while the 1045 carbon steel blade keeps the material facts straightforward; this version is listed without a bo-hi, so the blade side reads more solid.

βœ“ 30-day hassle-free returns: return in original unused condition with all original packaging for a full refund or exchange.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What stands out first on this Empire Wheel Katana?
The black lacquer saya keeps the outline quiet, so the wheel-themed fitting detail becomes the main close-up feature.
Does this version have a bo-hi or fuller?
No. This version is listed without a bo-hi / fuller, so the blade side looks more solid than grooved versions.
How does it compare with a bo-hi Empire Wheel Katana?
The no-bo-hi version has a cleaner, more solid-looking blade side. A bo-hi version shows a visible groove along the blade.
Is the blade 1045 carbon steel?
Yes. The listed steel grade is 1045 carbon steel, paired with a black lacquer saya and Empire Wheel fittings.
What makes the scabbard (saya) on this katana special?
The saya on this katana uses a semi-matte black lacquer finish β€” a surface quality that is deliberately different from the mirror-like piano lacquer found on most katana scabbards. Piano lacquer reflects light, creating presence and visual weight. Semi-matte lacquer does the opposite: it absorbs light, reducing the saya's visual footprint and creating a quieter, more austere aesthetic. In the Japanese martial tradition, this quality has a specific value: the practitioner who requires no decoration to confirm their competence, the sword that does not announce itself before it acts. Tied with black cotton Ito rather than leather, the finish and the cord material reinforce the same message β€” functional, unadorned, complete.
How should I care for the carbon steel blade?
Keep the blade dry after handling and apply a light coat of suitable blade oil before storage. Carbon steel should not be stored wet.
Contact Us
βœ‰ sales@handmadesword.com Β Β  ☎ 909-480-4866
Mon–Fri Β 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM PST
Empire Wheel Katana β€” 1045 Carbon Steel, Standard Handle, Hand Forged, Full Tang, Battle Ready
Empire Wheel Katana β€” ... $240.99

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