{"product_id":"t10-lacquer-sheathed-katana","title":"T10 Lacquer Sheathed Katana | Hand Forged T10 High-Carbon Steel Brown Cord Handle Lacquered Wooden Scabbard Full Tang Hand-Forged 105cm — Under $160","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eT10 Lacquer Sheathed Katana\u003c\/strong\u003e is a hand-forged Japanese collector katana combining the superior performance characteristics of \u003cstrong\u003eT10 high-carbon steel\u003c\/strong\u003e with the warm, grounded aesthetic of a \u003cstrong\u003ebrown cord wrap handle\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003elacquered wooden scabbard\u003c\/strong\u003e. Full tang construction throughout, hand-ground and finished to collector-grade quality. A distinguished collector katana under $160. 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;\"\u003eCollector Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#f4f4f5;font-size:14px;margin-left:6px;\"\u003e— T10 high-carbon steel, full tang construction, brown cord handle, traditional lacquered wooden scabbard — a performance-grade collector katana with authentic Japanese aesthetics.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Is This For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe T10 Lacquer Sheathed Katana is the premier choice for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eT10 Steel Performance Collectors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Collectors who demand the superior edge retention, fine grain, and HRC 60-62 hardness of T10 high-carbon tool steel over standard 1060 or high-manganese alternatives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Aesthetic Enthusiasts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Those who appreciate the grounded warmth of a brown cord wrap handle paired with the 1,000-year tradition of a Japanese lacquered wooden scabbard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEntry-Level Serious Collectors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Buyers seeking a genuine full-tang, hand-forged T10 katana at a collector-grade price point under $160.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePractitioners \u0026amp; Display Collectors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Those who want a full-tang katana suitable for handling, display, and martial arts appreciation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBullet Points\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eT10 high-carbon tool steel blade — approximately 1.0% carbon, HRC 60-62, exceptional hardness and edge retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged and hand-ground to collector-grade finish with authentic Japanese blade geometry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull tang construction extending securely through the 27cm handle for structural integrity and authentic balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional brown cord (tsuka-ito) handle wrap — warm earth tones with classical Japanese sword aesthetic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLacquered wooden scabbard — hard, moisture-resistant traditional Japanese finish with distinctive protective sheen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e105cm overall length, 72cm blade, 1.2kg weight — well-proportioned full-size katana dimensions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackage includes katana, lacquered scabbard, 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\u003eT10 High-Carbon Steel Blade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nT10 is one of the finest tool steels for katana production — approximately 1.0% carbon content, HRC 60-62, exceptional hardness and edge retention. Harder and sharper than 1060 or high-manganese steel, T10 holds its edge longer and is the preferred choice for serious practitioners and collectors who demand both performance and authenticity. Hand-forged and hand-ground to develop the full visual character of the steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLacquered Wooden Scabbard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe lacquered wooden scabbard is the traditional Japanese finish — used for over a thousand years to protect and beautify the wood. Lacquer provides a hard, durable surface that resists moisture and wear while giving a distinctive sheen that deepens with age. The mark of a quality collector katana.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrown Cord Handle Wrap\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe brown cord (tsuka-ito) wrap provides a secure, traditional grip surface with warm earth tones that complement the lacquered scabbard. Brown handle wraps have centuries of precedent in Japanese sword tradition, evoking the grounded, practical aesthetic of the working warrior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull Tang Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe tang extends throughout the full 27cm handle length in the classical manner, anchored securely to ensure structural durability, authentic weight distribution, and the balance characteristics of a hand-forged Japanese katana.\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 Katana (Collector Series)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Steel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eT10 High-Carbon Tool Steel (~1.0% carbon)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHRC 60-62\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, Hand-Forged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e105 cm \/ 41.34 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\u003e72 cm \/ 28.35 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\u003e27 cm \/ 10.63 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\u003eapprox. 3 cm \/ 1.18 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.2 kg \/ 2.65 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrown Cord Wrap (Tsuka-ito)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScabbard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLacquered Wooden Scabbard\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 T10 Lacquer Sheathed Katana\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Lacquered Wooden Scabbard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Soft Sword Cleaning Cloth\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 surface rust on the T10 high-carbon 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 edge clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the lacquered wooden scabbard away from extreme humidity fluctuations and direct sunlight to preserve the lacquer finish and structural integrity of the wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy choose T10 steel over 1060 or high-manganese steel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nT10 high-carbon tool steel has approximately 1.0% carbon content and achieves HRC 60-62 hardness — significantly harder than 1060 (HRC 58-60) and far superior to high-manganese steel in edge retention and polishability. For collectors and practitioners who want a katana that holds its edge and develops genuine character with care, T10 is the preferred choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a lacquered scabbard?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA lacquered scabbard is finished with traditional Japanese lacquer — multiple layers applied and cured by hand or machine to build a hard, moisture-resistant, durable protective surface. Lacquered scabbards have a 1,000-year history in Japanese sword tradition and are the mark of a quality collector katana.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this sword handmade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. The blade is hand-forged and hand-ground. Handle wrapping and scabbard finishing are completed by experienced craftsmen.\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, cord wrap tone, and lacquer sheen 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 Always check the product specifications to confirm whether the specific model is sharpened or unsharpened.\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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