Black and White Katana Sword

Black and White Katana Sword specifications

• Hand-forged by our master swordsmiths.
• High carbon T10 steel blade, sharpened or unsharpened at choice, full tang.
• Hamon (刃文): True Gunome Midare hamon obtained by differential tempering.
• Scabbard (Saya 鞘): Wooden scabbard covered in genuine black leather with black and gilded alloy kojiri and koiguchi.
• Sageo (下げ緒): Blue ribbon.
• Handle (Tsuka 柄): Wooden handle with black faux stingray skin.
• Tsuka-ITO (柄糸): White faux leather braided in a diamond pattern above the handle.
• Menuki (目貫): Gilded ornaments.
• Guard (Tsuba 鍔): Blue butterfly-shaped tsuba with gilded outlines and engravings.
• Fuchi (縁): Black and gilded alloy.
• Kashira (頭): Black and gilded alloy knob.
• Habaki (鎺): Brass with engraved floral pattern.

Dimensions

• Blade length: 71 cm
• Overall length including handle: 103 cm
• Length with scabbard: 105 cm
• Handle length: 26 cm
• Blade thickness: 0.7 cm
• Blade width: 3.2 cm
• Weight: 1.4 kg
• Package weight: 1.7 kg

Accessories

• Scabbard: Included
• Katana stand: Not included

Black and White Katana Sword: design and finishes

This black and white katana embodies the perfect balance between tradition and contemporary elegance. Its name evokes the fundamental duality of existence, yin and yang, where contrasts harmonize to create transcendent beauty. This philosophy is reflected in every detail of its design, creating a piece that celebrates ancient Japanese artistry while adding a refined modern touch.

The high-carbon T10 steel blade reveals an authentic gunome midare hamon, the result of traditional differential tempering that creates natural undulations along the cutting edge. This ancient technique gives the blade its exceptional strength while creating unique patterns that captivate the eye. The blue butterfly-shaped tsuba, adorned with gold outlines and engravings, symbolizes transformation and rebirth. The handle features a sophisticated construction with a black faux stingray base covered in white faux leather braiding forming perfect geometric diamonds. The gold menuki add precious accents, while the black and gold alloy fuchi and kashira harmoniously complete the ensemble. The genuine wood scabbard, wrapped in authentic black leather, is adorned with decorative elements in black and gold alloy, creating visual continuity with the blue sageo, which adds a subtle touch of color.