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Sanmai Steel
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Note: Engraving placement and orientation may vary by blade model (hamon, geometry, and flat area).
Why choose us
Sanmai Steel
Forged Blade
Collector Quality
Customer feedback
Inspired by Japan
Kagekuro Katana (Samai Steel) - 影黒
| Blade Construction | Sanmai - 1095 carbon steel core + Damascus steel jacket |
| Heat Treatment | Clay-tempered (selective hardening) - genuine hamon |
| Blade Geometry | Shinogi-zukuri, chu-kissaki |
| Blade Finish | Fully hand-polished |
| Construction | Full Tang, Hand-forged, Sharpened |
| Overall Length | 105 cm / 41 in |
| Blade Length | 72 cm / 28 in |
| Blade Width | 3.2 cm / 1.2 in |
| Blade Thickness | 0.7 cm / 0.27 in |
| Handle Length | 30 cm / 11.8 in |
| Tsuba (Guard) | Copper - silver and gold plating, openwork design |
| Habaki | Copper |
| Ito | Black cotton |
| Rayskin (Same) | Genuine (white) |
| Koiguchi & Kurikata | Buffalo horn |
| Saya (Scabbard) | Black lacquered solid wood - silver kojiri |
| Includes | Katana + saya + ornate dragon display stand |
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To maintain your katana's appearance and performance over time, we recommend:
- Regularly wiping the blade with a soft cloth to remove fingerprints and moisture.
- Applying a light coat of choji oil to prevent rust (for carbon steel blades).
- Storing the sword in a dry place, preferably inside its saya.
- Avoiding direct contact with hard surfaces to preserve sharpness and finish.
For more care tips, check our full maintenance guide in the FAQ section.
Every katana we offer carries the essence of centuries-old craftsmanship.
More than just a weapon, the katana symbolizes discipline, honor, and mastery.
Our artisans draw inspiration from traditional forging methods to ensure each blade reflects the spirit of the samurai - strength, precision, and soul.
Owning one is not just about aesthetics - it’s about carrying a piece of that legacy.
This katana is designed to offer a perfect balance between blade and handle.
Its ergonomic tsuka (handle) allows a secure two-handed grip, while the weight distribution ensures smooth, fluid movement.
Sold for collection and display. Handle carefully when placing on a stand or carrying out maintenance.
Sanmai / black lacquer / Kagekuro
Kagekuro pairs a black lacquered saya with a white-and-black handle and an openwork guard in silver and gold tones. Its Sanmai blade combines a 1095 carbon steel core with a Damascus steel jacket. The close-up photos bring the blade surface and the fine scrollwork around the guard into view.
The blade
The blade specification combines a 1095 carbon steel core and edge with a Damascus jacket. It also lists clay tempering and a genuine hamon. Those describe different aspects of the sword: Sanmai refers to the layered construction, while the hamon is the temper line. The 72 cm blade is hand-polished, sharpened and full tang.
The fittings
The copper tsuba has silver and gold plating around open cutouts. A copper habaki sits between the guard and blade. Black cotton ito wraps over genuine white rayskin, leaving pale diamond-shaped windows along the grip. The saya combines black lacquered wood with buffalo horn at the opening and cord fitting, plus a silver-colored end fitting.
Sanmai is a construction method, not a separate steel grade. On Kagekuro, the named materials are 1095 and Damascus steel. That makes the katana steel guide useful when comparing it with a T10 or single-material model. Steel names alone do not establish an exact hardness, strength rating or cutting performance.
In your collection
The included ornate dragon stand gives the black saya a contrasting backdrop. Leave the guard visible if you display Kagekuro sheathed: the openwork and two metallic tones are still easy to appreciate. For a different Damascus design, compare the warm wood saya on Kuroki below.
Follow the Care & Maintenance instructions above for the carbon steel blade. Keep the blade dry, avoid fingerprints on the polished surface and use a soft cloth on the lacquered saya. Abrasive polish can alter plated finishes, so take particular care around the guard.
Sanmai describes a layered blade construction. Kagekuro uses a 1095 carbon steel core and edge with a Damascus steel jacket, as detailed in its Specifications table.
No. It describes how the blade is constructed. The steel names for this model are 1095 carbon steel and Damascus steel.
Yes. Its specification lists clay tempering and a genuine hamon. The temper line is a separate feature from the boundary between different steels.
That cannot be concluded from the steel names alone. This listing does not provide a measured comparison of hardness or strength against our other models. Compare the construction, fittings and finish you want.
Black cotton ito covers genuine white rayskin. The rayskin is visible through the diamond-shaped openings in the wrapping.
The saya is black lacquered solid wood. Its opening and cord fitting are listed as buffalo horn, with a silver-colored end fitting.
Yes. It has a sharpened blade and full-tang construction. It is sold for collection and display; keep the edge secure during handling and maintenance.
The katana, matching saya and ornate dragon display stand are included. Overall length is 105 cm, with a 72 cm blade and 30 cm handle.
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Customer reviews
Good sword, small issue on arrival
Saya mouth was slightly loose when I got it, fitting tape sorted it. Balance is great though. People at my dojo always ask about it.
Way better than I expected
Hamon is clean, handle wrap tight, saya closes solid. Came in a wooden box. No complaints at all for the price.
Got it as a gift, he was speechless
Bought for my boyfriend who does iaido. He said the fit and finish were legit. I knew nothing about swords, site made it easy to pick.
Nice blade but took 2 weeks to arrive
Damascus looks great. Shipping to Portland took forever and tracking was dead for a week. Quality is there, logistics need work.
Third order, still no complaints
Ordered three times over two years. Always well packed, matches the photos. Support replied same day. Will keep coming back.
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