Akebono 曙 Katana — T10 Steel, Polished Blade with Hamon
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Description and specifications
Specifications
| Blade colour | Polished steel with visible hamon |
| Material | T10 steel with authentic hamon |
| Guard (tsuba 鍔) | Finely worked copper with traditional motifs |
| Scabbard (saya 鞘) | Wooden saya with a refined lacquered finish |
| Handle (tsuka 柄) | Ray skin and traditional wrap for a secure grip |
Dimensions
| Overall length | 103 cm (40.6 in) |
| Blade length | 71 cm (28.0 in) |
| Handle (tsuka) length | 27 cm (10.6 in) |
| Blade width | 3.2 cm (1.3 in) |
The Akebono 曙 katana symbolises the light of dawn, made with precision and tradition. Crafted in T10 steel, its authentic hamon reflects both resilience and elegance.
Blade: The polished T10 steel blade with hamon highlights strength, durability and a timeless aesthetic recalling the morning horizon.
Guard (Tsuba 鍔): Made in copper with meticulous detail, the tsuba provides balance while embodying traditional Japanese craftsmanship.
Scabbard (Saya 鞘): Made of wood and covered in a refined lacquer, the saya protects the blade while reinforcing the visual harmony of the katana.
Handle (Tsuka 柄): Wrapped in ray skin and a traditional braid, the tsuka offers comfort, control and a firm grip for practitioners and collectors alike.
Dimensions: With an overall length of 103 cm, a 71 cm blade and a 27 cm handle, this katana is well balanced for martial arts practice as well as for display.
The Akebono 曙 katana unites the beauty of Japanese tradition with exceptional craftsmanship, making it a precious piece for enthusiasts and collectors.
Buying a sword in the UK
Sold only to adults aged 18 and over. Curved swords with a blade of 50 cm or more are hand-forged using traditional methods, as required by the Criminal Justice Act 1988 (Offensive Weapons) Order as amended in 2008.
Carrying a bladed article in a public place without good reason is an offence. Transport your sword wrapped, and only for a legitimate purpose (dojo, re-enactment, collection). Rules may differ in Scotland.
Care
- Wipe the blade after every handling with a soft cloth; never touch it with bare fingers.
- Apply a thin film of oil every few weeks to prevent rust.
- Store it horizontally in its saya, edge up, away from damp.
- Use only on suitable practice targets (rolled tatami mats, bamboo); never strike hard objects.
Read our full care guide.
Delivery, returns and age check
Free UK delivery, duties and import VAT included: nothing to pay on delivery. 1–3 working days to prepare, then 5–15 working days delivery.
18+, signed for: the carrier checks the buyer’s photo ID (passport or UK driving licence) and takes a signature. Parcels cannot be left with a neighbour or in a safe place.
30-day returns on unused swords in their original packaging. Engraved swords cannot be returned for a change of mind but are fully covered if faulty. Delivery · Returns · Terms of sale
Akebono 曙 Katana — T10 Steel, Polished Blade with Hamon
Why Tetsuren
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| Highest-quality steels | ||
| Hand-forged by artisans | ||
| Full tang | ||
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Katanas of the highest quality
Every Tetsuren katana is forged, tempered and polished by hand by specialist smiths, in high-carbon T10, 1095 or 1060 steel or folded Damascus, always with a full tang.
Each sword is checked before it leaves the workshop, then delivered free across the UK with duties included.
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