01 / The blade
1060 carbon steel, with a silver finish
This model has a hand-forged 1060 carbon steel blade, polished silver with red kanji near the guard. It is sharpened and full tang, meaning the steel continues through the handle. The blade measures 72 cm, approximately 28 inches.
The photos show the finish you will receive. If you are comparing materials, our katana steel guide explains the steel names used across the store. You can also read more about the making process in our forging guide.





