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White Katana | Handmade T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel Authentic Hamon White Cord Handle White Wooden Scabbard Full Tang Hand-Forged 105cm — Under $130

White Katana | Handmade T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel Authentic Hamon White Cord Handle White Wooden Scabbard Full Tang Hand-Forged 105cm — Under $130

Regular price $129.99 USD
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The White Katana is a handmade battle-ready katana of exceptional purity — featuring a T10 folded clay tempered steel blade with authentic hamon, white cord wrap handle, and white wooden scabbard. The all-white presentation combines the highest level of T10 craftsmanship with the symbolic purity of white in Japanese warrior tradition. Full tang construction. 105cm. Under $130.

Best white katana with T10 folded clay tempered steel under $130. T10 high-carbon steel: ~1.0% carbon, HRC 60-62. Folded steel: traditional hada grain pattern, refined through repeated folding. Clay tempered: authentic hamon unique to each blade. All-white presentation: white cord handle + white wooden scabbard — the color of purity, sincerity, and the warrior's spirit in Japanese tradition. Full tang, hand sharpened, battle-ready. 105cm.

What Does White Symbolize in Japanese Warrior Tradition?

In Japanese tradition, white (shiro) is the color of purity, sincerity, and the warrior's spirit. White is the color worn by samurai in moments of absolute commitment — a declaration of purity of purpose and freedom from attachment. A white katana is not merely a color choice — it is a statement of the warrior's commitment to the path of the sword, uncontaminated by ego or desire. The all-white presentation of this katana — white cord handle, white scabbard — creates a piece of extraordinary visual purity and spiritual resonance that stands apart from any other katana in a collection.

What Is T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel — Three Premium Techniques Combined?

This blade combines three of the most respected techniques in Japanese sword-making into a single blade of exceptional quality. T10 high-carbon steel (~1.0% carbon, HRC 60-62) provides superior hardness and edge retention compared to lower-carbon steels. Folded steel (the traditional Japanese technique of repeatedly folding and forge-welding the steel) creates the distinctive flowing grain pattern (hada) that is the visual signature of authentic Japanese sword craftsmanship, while removing impurities and homogenizing the carbon content. Clay tempering creates the authentic hamon (temper line) through differential hardening — a hard, razor-sharp edge and a tough, flexible spine, with the hamon boundary unique to each individual blade. On a white-finished blade, the hamon is particularly visible and dramatic.

Why Is the Hamon More Visible on a White Katana?

The hamon (temper line) is the boundary between the hard edge zone and the softer spine zone created by clay tempering. On a polished or dark-finished blade, the hamon can be subtle. On a white katana, the contrast between the hamon and the blade surface is dramatically enhanced — the temper line appears with exceptional clarity and visual impact, making the white katana the ideal choice for collectors who want to appreciate the full beauty of the clay tempering process.

Who Is This For?

  • Collectors searching for the best white katana with T10 folded clay tempered steel under $130
  • Collectors who want a visually distinctive katana that stands apart from traditional black or brown presentations
  • Fans of Japanese warrior symbolism who appreciate the meaning of white in sword tradition
  • Collectors who want to see the hamon at its most visible and dramatic
  • Anyone searching for a unique white katana gift under $130

Specifications

  • Overall Length: 105 cm (41 inches)
  • Blade Length (Nagasa): 72 cm
  • Handle Length (Tsuka): 27 cm
  • Blade Width: approx. 3 cm (1.2 inches)
  • Weight: 1.2 kg (2.5 lbs)
  • Blade: T10 High-Carbon Steel, folded, clay tempered, authentic hamon, hand sharpened
  • Handle: White cord wrap (tsuka-ito)
  • Construction: Full tang, hand forged
  • Scabbard: White wooden scabbard (included)
  • SKU: KX928872
  • Price: $129.99

Package Contents

  • 1x White Katana (T10 folded clay tempered)
  • 1x White wooden scabbard
  • 1x Cleaning cloth
  • Note: Stand not included

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