Green Shade Katana | T10 Steel Gunome Hamon Green Theme Samurai Sword
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Product Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Zencho (Total Length) | 103CM |
| Hacho (Blade Length) | 72CM |
| Handle Length | 27CM |
| Sori (Curvature) | 1.8CM |
| Sakikasane (Tip Thickness) | 0.45CM |
| Motokasane (Base Thickness) | 0.7CM |
| Sahihaba (Tip Width) | 2.3CM |
| Motohaba (Base Width) | 3.2CM |
| Quenching Method | Tsuchioki (Traditional Clay Tempering) |
| Hamon Pattern | Gunome (Wave-like Temper Line) |
| Blade Material | High Carbon T10 Steel |
| Bo-Hi (Blood Groove) | No Bo-Hi |
| Blade Structure | Maru, Full Tang, Fully Disassemblable |
| Blade Treatment | Traditional Fine Grinding |
| Blade Type | Shinogizukuri with Simulated Yokote |
| Fuchi & Kashira | Alloy with Green Shade Motif |
| Handle Wrap | Moro-hineri-maki |
| Samekawa (Handle Core) | Genuine Ray Skin |
| Mekugiana (Peg Holes) | Two |
| Mekugi (Pegs) | Bamboo |
| Menuki | Alloy with Green Theme Design |
| Seppa (Washers) | Copper |
| Tsuba (Hand Guard) | Alloy with Green Shade Pattern |
| Habaki (Blade Collar) | Copper |
| Saya (Scabbard) | Solid Hardwood with Baked Lacquer Finish |
| Sageo (Cord) | Cotton Rope |
| Gift | Premium Katana Storage Bag |
| Total Weight | 1.3KG |
| Desheathing Weight | 1.1KG |
| Note | Handmade products have minor errors, specifications are for reference only. |
About This Green Shade Katana
The Green Shade Katana is an elegantly designed, great-value collectible samurai sword featuring a fresh green aesthetic inspired by traditional East Asian ink wash aesthetics. Forged from high-carbon T10 steel and finished with classic Tsuchioki clay tempering, it features a graceful Gunome wave-like hamon line that delivers excellent edge hardness and balanced blade toughness.
Coordinated green-themed alloy fittings run through the tsuba, fuchi, kashira and menuki, creating a unified, understated elegant visual style. Paired with a solid hardwood baked lacquer saya and traditional wrapped handle, this katana offers premium visual appeal at an accessible price point. The fully disassemblable full tang structure makes daily maintenance simple, making it an ideal choice for first-time collectors, home decorative display, and light Iaido form practice.
Key Features
- High-Carbon T10 Steel Blade: Premium T10 carbon steel with excellent edge retention and balanced toughness, suitable for both collection and light practice
- Graceful Gunome Wave Hamon: Traditional clay tempering creates a soft, wave-like Gunome temper line for classic visual appeal and reliable performance
- Coordinated Green Theme Fittings: Full set of alloy fittings with unified green shade motif for a fresh, elegant East Asian aesthetic
- Solid Hardwood Baked Lacquer Saya: Dense solid hardwood core with durable baked lacquer finish for smooth texture and long-lasting blade protection
- Genuine Ray Skin Handle: Authentic samekawa ray skin core with traditional Moro-hineri-maki wrap for secure, non-slip grip
- Fully Disassemblable Full Tang: One-piece full tang blade that can be fully taken apart for thorough cleaning, oiling and routine maintenance
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is Gunome hamon and what does it look like?
A: Gunome is a classic hamon pattern characterized by rounded, undulating wave-like peaks along the blade edge. It is created through hand-applied clay tempering, giving each sword a slightly unique, natural wave pattern.
Q: What is the difference between simulated yokote and real yokote?
A: A real yokote is a distinct geometric line formed during blade grinding, separating the tip from the blade body. A simulated yokote is visually engraved onto the blade to replicate the classic samurai sword look at a more accessible price point.
Q: How do I maintain the lacquered saya?
A: Wipe the saya surface gently with a soft dry cloth to remove dust. Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight and humid environments to prevent the lacquer from fading or cracking.
Q: Is this katana suitable for beginners?
A: Yes. With its balanced weight, authentic structure and approachable price, this katana is an excellent choice for first-time collectors and beginners looking for a visually distinctive, quality entry-level piece.
For another themed T10 steel option in the same price range, check out the Red Dragonfly Katana with gold-silver plated fittings.
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Katana parts names and terminology
Katana parts names and terminology
In the world of Katana, Katana parts names and terminology are very important as most of the Katana parts names use Japanese vocabulary and special nouns. This page can help you understand Katana faster.
A.SAKIKASANE Thickness of blade tip.
B.MOTOKASANE Thickness of the bottom of the blade.
C.KISSAKI NAGASA Length of tip.
D.SAKIHABA Width of blade tip.
E.MUNE The surface of the katana back.
F.MOTOHABA Width of bottom of blade.
G.MUNEMACHI The notch at the top of the blade stem,where the back surface (mune) of the blade begins.
H.HAMACHI A notch at the top of the blade,where the blade begins.
I.FUKURA The radian of the blade in the tip area.
J.BOSHI Blade text in the tip area.
K.YOKOTE The boundary between blade tip and blade body.
L.KOSHINOGI Shinogi-ji above the blade tip area (yokote).
M. MITSUKADO Intersection point of yokote and blade edge of blade body and blade edge of tool tip.
N.SHINOGI MITSUKADO Shinogi,Koshinogi und Yokote linien.
O.SHINOGI-JI Blade surface between shinogi and mune.
P.SHINOGI A chear straight line extending along the longitudinal direction of the blade is the thickest part of the blade (only appearing on katana of shinogi-zakuri) .
Q.JI The surface between shinogi and nioiguchi.
R.HA The edge area of the cutter body is hardened by quenching.
S.HASAKI Asharpened edge.
T.NIOIGUCHI A clear line separating the hardened blade from the softer part of the blade body.
U.ASHI Nioiguchi's extension line in the direction of the blade.
V.HACHO A straight line that determines the length of the blade.
W.SORI Degree of blade bending.
X.ZENCHO The total length of the katana,including the stem (the blade length is only the blade body).
Y.NAKAGO NACASA Length of katana stem.
Z.MAKUGIANA A hole in the shank for receiving Mekugi (bamboo nail for fixing the blade in the handle).
AA,MEI Inscription on the hilt (usually the name of the katana maker,but there are often other information).
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