{"product_id":"brass-fitted-black-ebony-tachi","title":"Brass Fitted Black Ebony Tachi with Real Hamon | Full Tang Clay Tempered Folded Pattern Steel 13-Stage Polished 103cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBrass Fitted Black Ebony Tachi\u003c\/strong\u003e is an authentic, handcrafted Japanese collector sword of commanding presence and classical refinement — combining the ancient craft of \u003cstrong\u003ehundred-fold folded pattern steel\u003c\/strong\u003e with a rigorous \u003cstrong\u003e13-stage hand-polishing process\u003c\/strong\u003e, mounted in an \u003cstrong\u003eauthentic black ebony scabbard\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003eantique full brass fittings\u003c\/strong\u003e. Differentially \u003cstrong\u003eclay tempered\u003c\/strong\u003e to produce a vivid \u003cstrong\u003enatural Hamon\u003c\/strong\u003e at ~60 HRC edge hardness, and finished to collector-grade quality across every surface, this tachi makes a statement of artisanal mastery whether displayed, gifted, or studied. The warm golden luster of the brass fittings against the deep near-black of the ebony scabbard is a combination with centuries of classical Japanese aesthetic precedent. For ages 18+.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#18181b;border-left:5px solid #d4af37;border-radius:6px;padding:14px 18px;margin:20px 0;box-shadow:0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#facc15;font-size:15px;\"\u003eArtisan Master Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#f4f4f5;font-size:14px;margin-left:6px;\"\u003e— Hundred-fold clay tempered folded pattern steel, 13-stage hand-polished, authentic black ebony scabbard, antique full brass fittings — classical Japanese collector sword craft at its finest.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Is This For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Brass Fitted Black Ebony Tachi is the premier choice for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHundred-Fold Folded Steel Connoisseurs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Collectors who prize the visual complexity of hundred-fold folded pattern steel combined with rigorous 13-stage hand-polishing — revealing every layer of the grain in full collector-grade clarity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Ebony \u0026amp; Brass Aesthetic Admirers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Those who appreciate the striking visual contrast of authentic near-black ebony wood against warm antique brass fittings — a color combination with centuries of classical Japanese sword aesthetic precedent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTachi Format Collectors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Those who seek the commanding presence and extended 73cm blade length of the traditional Japanese tachi format for home display and collection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremium Gift Buyers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Individuals seeking a high-end, visually dramatic collector sword for milestone celebrations, executive tributes, leadership gifts, and distinguished home display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMartial Arts Practitioners:\u003c\/strong\u003e Those who appreciate a well-balanced 103cm full-tang tachi with authentic traditional craftsmanship and a commanding 1.48kg net blade weight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBullet Points\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged hundred-fold folded pattern steel blade, clay tempered and 13-stage hand-polished to reveal vivid Hamon (~60 HRC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDifferentially clay tempered — hard cutting edge (~60 HRC) with resilient, shock-absorbing spine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull tang construction extending securely through the 25cm handle for lifelong structural integrity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic black ebony scabbard — one of the world's most prestigious and dense natural woods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAntique full brass tsuba and fittings — classical Japanese sword hardware with warm golden luster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e103cm overall length, 73cm blade, 1.48kg net weight — commanding tachi proportions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete luxury presentation: brocade gift box, sword maintenance oil, and cleaning cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips from US warehouse — fast domestic delivery. 18+ only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand-Forged Hundred-Fold Clay Tempered Folded Pattern Steel Blade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Brass Fitted Black Ebony Tachi blade is hand-forged from hundred-fold folded pattern steel — produced by repeatedly forge-welding and folding high-carbon steel billets to refine the grain structure and produce a complex, layered surface pattern unique to every blade. Differentially clay tempered to achieve a hard ~60 HRC cutting edge and a resilient, shock-absorbing spine, then quenched to lock in the natural Hamon temper line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e13-Stage Hand-Polishing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFollowing clay tempering, the blade undergoes a rigorous 13-stage hand-polishing process on traditional Japanese waterstones. Each stage uses progressively finer grit to remove forge scale, refine the folded grain pattern, and reveal the Hamon temper line in full clarity. The result is a blade surface of exceptional visual refinement and collector-grade quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentic Black Ebony Scabbard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe scabbard (Saya) is crafted from authentic black ebony — one of the densest, hardest, and most visually prestigious natural woods in the world. Its deep near-black tone and fine grain provide a commanding backdrop that allows the blade and brass fittings to command full visual attention and reveal their full character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntique Full Brass Fittings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAll sword hardware — tsuba (guard), habaki, fuchi, kashira, and kojiri — is cast in full brass and finished with an antique patina treatment. The warm golden luster of the brass fittings creates a striking contrast against the deep black of the ebony scabbard, producing a color combination with centuries of classical Japanese aesthetic precedent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull Tang Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe tang extends throughout the full 25cm handle length in the classical manner, anchored securely to ensure structural durability, authentic weight distribution, and the balance characteristics of a traditionally made Japanese tachi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJapanese Tachi (Brass \u0026amp; Black Ebony Edition)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Steel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHundred-Fold Folded Pattern Steel (Clay Tempered)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeat Treatment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClay Tempered (~60 HRC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHamon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReal Hamon (Naturally Formed, 13-Stage Hand-Polished)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e103 cm \/ 40.55 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e73 cm \/ 28.74 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eapprox. 25 cm \/ 9.84 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Width\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.2 cm \/ 1.26 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.80 cm \/ 8.0 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.90 kg \/ 4.19 lb (with Saya)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.48 kg \/ 3.26 lb (without Saya)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFittings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAntique Full Brass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScabbard \u0026amp; Handle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAuthentic Black Ebony Wood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnsharpened \/ Collector Edge (Specify on order)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePackage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Brass Fitted Black Ebony Tachi — Hundred-Fold Clay Tempered Folded Pattern Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Authentic Black Ebony Wood Scabbard with Full Brass Fittings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Luxury Brocade Presentation Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Specialized Sword Maintenance Oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Soft Sword Cleaning Cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtective Packaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandle the blade with clean, dry hands whenever possible. After handling, remove fingerprints and moisture using a soft cloth to prevent rust on the hundred-fold folded pattern steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply a light coat of appropriate sword maintenance oil every 2-3 months to protect the blade from corrosion and preserve the full clarity of the 13-stage polished Hamon line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the black ebony scabbard away from extreme humidity fluctuations and heat sources to preserve the wood's deep finish, dimensional stability, and structural integrity long-term.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is hundred-fold folded pattern steel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nHundred-fold folded steel is produced by repeatedly forge-welding and folding a high-carbon steel billet, with each fold refining the grain structure and producing a complex layered surface pattern. Combined with clay tempering, it yields a blade of superior visual character, balanced edge hardness, and spine resilience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is black ebony considered a premium scabbard material?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nBlack ebony is among the densest, hardest, and most visually striking natural woods in the world. Its near-black color, fine grain, and natural luster make it one of the most prestigious materials in sword scabbards, musical instruments, and luxury craft objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this sword handmade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. Hundred-fold forging, clay tempering, 13-stage waterstone polishing, ebony scabbard preparation, and brass fitting installation are all completed by experienced artisans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge restriction?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n18+ only. By purchasing you confirm you meet this requirement and have verified the legality of owning this product in your jurisdiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery order is inspected and carefully protected before shipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips directly from our US warehouse with standard delivery typically within 5-10 business days. Express options available at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustomers must independently verify all applicable laws and regulations before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe provide support for verified manufacturing defects and shipping-related damage. Contact us within 30 days of delivery with your order details and photographs. Warranty does not cover misuse, unauthorized modification, improper maintenance, or normal wear. 18+ age verification required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Product Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach handmade sword is individually crafted and may have minor variations in blade finish, Hamon line, grain pattern, and Saya tone compared with product photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteel type alone does not determine the quality or characteristics of a blade. 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