Katana – T10 Clay Tempered Steel with Solid Copper Mounts | Gosetsubai

【Overview】

This katana, Gosetsubai, is inspired by plum blossoms blooming through snow—a traditional symbol of resilience and refined beauty in Japanese culture. Featuring a T10 clay-tempered steel blade paired with heavy solid copper mountings, this sword delivers exceptional cutting performance while maintaining an elegant, dignified presence suited for serious collectors.

【Blade & Craftsmanship】

The blade is hand-forged from high-hardness T10 carbon steel and traditionally clay tempered to create a true hamon. This process reveals a distinctive temper line inspired by plum blossoms enduring winter snow, expressed as a graceful and natural pattern along the edge.

Each blade undergoes meticulous hand polishing to maximize sharpness, edge definition, and visual clarity, following traditional Longquan forging methods.

【Design & Mountings】

All mountings are crafted from thick, solid copper, providing both durability and substantial visual weight. The use of solid copper throughout the fittings enhances structural integrity while elevating the sword’s overall refinement and collector-grade quality.

【Handle & Saya】

The handle is wrapped in genuine imported ray skin, offering excellent grip and a luxurious tactile feel. The scabbard is constructed from natural hardwood and individually hand-carved with plum blossom motifs, adding depth, craftsmanship, and artistic character unique to each piece.

【Performance】

With a blade hardness of approximately 62 HRC, this katana delivers outstanding cutting power. It cleanly slices through water-filled bottles and hard bamboo while maintaining strong resistance to chipping, even under demanding conditions.

【Specifications】

Overall length: 103 cm (40.6 in)

Blade length: 72 cm (28.3 in)

Handle length: 27 cm (10.6 in)

Blade width: 3.2 cm (1.26 in)

Blade thickness: 0.7 cm (0.28 in)

Total weight: 1.2 kg (2.65 lb)

Net weight: 1.0 kg (2.20 lb)

【Usage & Gift】

Ideal for elite collections, advanced martial arts practice, refined interior display, or as a prestigious gift symbolizing strength and elegance.