{"product_id":"faithful-warrior-tachi","title":"Faithful Warrior Tachi with Real Hamon | Full Tang Clay Tempered Folded Pattern Steel Brazilian Black Ebony Scabbard 103cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFaithful Warrior Tachi\u003c\/strong\u003e is a handcrafted Japanese collector sword of exceptional material prestige — 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 Brazilian premium imported black ebony scabbard\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003efull brass fittings featuring gold and silver inlay\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, this tachi commands the room as a home display centerpiece, cultural heirloom gift, or milestone tribute of lasting distinction. Unsharpened collector edge. 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 Prestige 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 Brazilian premium black ebony scabbard, full brass fittings with gold \u0026amp; silver inlay — a tachi of uncompromising material prestige.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Is This For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Faithful Warrior Tachi is the premier choice for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrazilian Black Ebony Connoisseurs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Collectors who prize the extraordinary rarity, near-black depth of color, and fine consistent grain of authentic Brazilian premium imported black ebony — one of the world's most prestigious natural materials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-Tone Metal Fittings Admirers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Those drawn to the sophisticated visual interplay of gold and silver inlay on full brass fittings — a presentation that elevates the collector aesthetic to a premium tier beyond standard brass or single-tone hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHundred-Fold Folded Steel Enthusiasts:\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\u003eHeirloom Gift \u0026amp; Home Centerpiece Buyers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Individuals seeking a tachi of exceptional material distinction for milestone celebrations, executive tributes, cultural heirlooms, and prestigious home display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTachi Format Collectors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Those who appreciate the commanding 103cm full-tang tachi format with well-balanced 1.50kg net weight for martial arts appreciation and dojo display.\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 real Hamon (~60 HRC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDifferentially clay tempered — hard cutting edge (~60 HRC) with resilient, shock-absorbing spine for authentic Japanese performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull tang construction extending securely through the 26cm handle for lifelong structural integrity and authentic balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic Brazilian premium imported black ebony scabbard — among the rarest and most prestigious natural wood materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull brass fittings with gold and silver inlay — a distinguished dual-tone metal presentation for the most discerning collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e103cm overall length, 71cm blade, 1.50kg net weight — commanding tachi proportions with unsharpened collector edge\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 Faithful Warrior 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 progressive stage uses finer grit to remove forge scale, refine the folded grain pattern, and reveal the Hamon temper line in full collector-grade clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentic Brazilian Premium Imported Black Ebony Scabbard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe scabbard (Saya) is crafted from authentic Brazilian premium imported black ebony — one of the rarest and most visually prestigious natural materials in the world. Brazilian black ebony is prized for its extraordinary density, near-black depth of color, and exceptionally fine, consistent grain. Its natural luster and structural stability make it a benchmark material for the highest-tier collector sword scabbards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull Brass Fittings with Gold and Silver Inlay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAll sword hardware — tsuba (guard), habaki, fuchi, and kashira — is cast in authentic full brass and finished with a dual-tone gold and silver inlay treatment. The interplay of warm gold and cool silver tones creates a visually sophisticated fitting presentation that elevates the overall collector aesthetic to a premium tier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull Tang Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe tang extends throughout the full 26cm 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 (Faithful Warrior 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\u003e71 cm \/ 27.95 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\u003e26 cm \/ 10.24 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\u003e0.75 cm \/ 7.5 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\u003e2.10 kg \/ 4.63 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\u003e1.50 kg \/ 3.31 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\u003eFull Brass with Gold \u0026amp; Silver Inlay\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 Brazilian Premium 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\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 Faithful Warrior Tachi — Hundred-Fold Clay Tempered Folded Pattern Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Authentic Brazilian Premium Black Ebony Scabbard\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 Brazilian black ebony scabbard away from extreme humidity fluctuations and heat sources. While black ebony is exceptionally moisture-resistant, stable storage conditions preserve the wood's natural luster and structural integrity long-term.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes Brazilian black ebony a premium scabbard material?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nBrazilian black ebony is among the rarest, densest, and most visually prestigious natural woods in the world. Its extraordinary near-black depth of color, exceptionally fine and consistent grain, natural luster, and structural stability make it a benchmark material for the highest-tier collector sword scabbards and luxury craft objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\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\u003eIs this sword handmade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. Hundred-fold forging, clay tempering, 13-stage waterstone polishing, Brazilian ebony scabbard preparation, and gold-silver inlay 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 ebony tone compared with product photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteel type alone does not determine the quality or characteristics of a blade. Heat treatment, blade geometry, construction, polishing, fittings, and craftsmanship all contribute to the final product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease carefully review the complete specifications before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdge condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e This model features an unsharpened collector edge. Please verify specifications before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLegal responsibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sword and blade laws vary by country, state, city, and locality. Customers are responsible for confirming that the product can legally be purchased, imported, received, possessed, stored, and used in their location before placing an order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is intended for the purpose stated on its individual product page. 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