Handmade Sword
Tiger Katana β 1060 High Carbon Steel, Hand Forged, Full Tang, Battle Ready
SKU: 395
$452.99
$562.99
Free Gift with This Sword
Sword Display Stand ($21.99 value)
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Battle Ready
Hand Forged
Ships from USA
30-Day Satisfaction
Blade1060 Carbon
ProcessHeat Tempered
TangFull Tang
EdgeSharp
Age Restriction: You must be 18 years or older to purchase this item. By placing an order, you confirm that you are at least 18 years of age. Please check your local laws regarding sword ownership before ordering.
Gilt Tiger fittings give this black-saya Katana a stronger animal-themed cue, with 1060 carbon steel anchoring the material comparison.
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Product Specifications
| Steel / Material | 1060 High Carbon Steel |
| Hardness | 56β58 HRC (edge) / ~52 HRC (spine) |
| Process | Hand Forged, Heat Tempered |
| Hamon | Hamon line produced by hand polishing (heat tempered; not a clay-tempered hamon) |
| Hi (Blood Groove) | Hi (blood groove) on each side |
| Edge | Hand Sharpened β Sharp and functional |
| Blade Length | 28.3" |
| Handle Length | 10.8" |
| Overall Length | 42.5" (with Saya) |
| Weight | 2 lb 8 oz (without Saya) / 3 lb 3 oz (with Saya) |
| Tsuba (Guard) | Gilt brass Tiger tsuba β traditional gold and silver gilded finish |
| Tsuka (Handle) | Genuine Rayskin, Japanese Cotton Ito, Metal Menuki |
| Tang | Full tang signed with black smith's signature |
| Saya (Scabbard) | Black piano lacquered wood with black cotton Sageo |
| Disassembly | Can be fully taken apart and reassembled |
| Quality Control | Individually inspected before shipping β California warehouse |
Package Contents
- β 1Γ Assembled Sword with Saya
- β 1Γ Cotton Sword Carrying Bag
- β Double-layer protective packaging (tube box + shipping box)
Note: Display stand shown in some product images is not included.
β 30-day hassle-free returns: return in original unused condition with all original packaging for a full refund or exchange.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What gives this Tiger Katana its identity?
Gilt Tiger fittings provide the main visual cue and separate the page from plain black-saya Katana listings.
How does 1060 carbon steel fit?
It is the confirmed material point and places the page outside the standard 1045 comparison group.
What can buyers compare first?
Compare the Gilt Tiger fittings, 1060 carbon steel, black saya, and full Katana profile.
How do I maintain the blade?
Wipe dry after handling or use. Apply a light coat of choji or mineral oil along the full blade length before storing. Carbon steel will develop surface rust if left wet or unprotected β a minute of care after each session keeps the blade in condition indefinitely.
How do I know the quality is genuine?
Every sword is individually inspected and adjusted before leaving our California warehouse. We check edge geometry, fitment of all components, and the security of the mekugi pegs before packing. If anything is not right, it does not ship.
Contact Us
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β sales@handmadesword.com Β Β β 909-480-4866
MonβFri Β 9:00 AM β 3:00 PM PST
