Blue Snowflake Aoi Katana – T10 Clay-Tempered Steel

This LOONGSWORD Blue Snowflake Aoi Katana pairs a supplier-listed T10 high-carbon steel blade with clay-applied differential quenching, a visible wavy hamon, Shinogi-Zukuri geometry, and a clean profile without a bo-hi. Its blue piano-lacquered wood saya features a white snowflake-style pattern, while the dark-blue cotton-wrapped handle and iron Aoi-style tsuba create a coordinated collector presentation.

The blade is supplied with an unsharpened edge. This newly manufactured Japanese-style katana is intended for responsible adult collection, cultural display, photography, gifting, and controlled non-contact forms after inspection.

Key Features

• T10 high-carbon steel blade: Supplier-listed T10 steel with clay-applied differential quenching.
• Visible hamon: A wavy temper line follows the cutting-edge area; no hardness value is claimed.
• Shinogi-Zukuri profile: Traditional Japanese-style ridged blade geometry without a bo-hi.
• Integral tang construction: The blade and tang are formed as one continuous steel component and retained with bamboo mekugi.
• Iron Aoi-style tsuba: A dark iron guard is paired with copper habaki and seppa.
• Ray-skin handle presentation: Dark-blue cotton ito is wrapped over supplier-listed genuine ray skin.
• Blue snowflake saya: Solid wood with a glossy blue piano-lacquer finish and white snowflake-style decoration.

Specifications

Measurement note: Dimensions and weights are approximate. Small variations may occur between production batches.

Blade and Heat Treatment

The supplied specification identifies the blade as T10 high-carbon steel treated through a clay-applied differential quenching process. The visible wavy hamon follows the edge area and is separate from the decorative snowflake pattern on the saya. No Rockwell hardness, metallurgical test result, or cutting-performance rating is represented.

Handle and Fittings

Dark-blue cotton ito is wrapped over supplier-listed genuine ray skin. An iron Aoi-style tsuba, bamboo mekugi, copper habaki, and copper seppa complete the supplied construction specification. The base materials of the fuchi, kashira, and menuki have not been specified.

Blue Snowflake Saya

The solid-wood saya uses a glossy blue piano-lacquer finish with clustered white snowflake-style accents. The koiguchi and supplier-listed end component are wood. Wipe the lacquer only with a clean, soft cloth and avoid abrasive cleaners.

Designed For

• Responsible adult collection and cultural display
• Collector photography, presentation, and gifting
• Supervised stage presentation
• Controlled non-contact forms after inspection and qualified instruction

Package Includes

• 1 × Blue Snowflake Aoi Katana
• 1 × Matching blue lacquered wood saya
• 1 × Cotton sword bag

Decorative display stand and photographic props are not included.

Inspection Before Handling

• Confirm that the delivered edge remains unsharpened and inspect the tip carefully.
• Check both bamboo mekugi and the handle assembly for movement.
• Confirm that the tsuba, seppa, habaki, fuchi, and kashira are secure.
• Inspect the blade for bending, cracks, corrosion, or shipping damage.
• Confirm that the saya retains the sword securely before storage or transport.

Care Instructions

• Wipe the blade dry after handling and apply a thin coat of neutral mineral oil.
• Avoid fingerprints, moisture, salt, and aggressive polishing compounds.
• Do not polish across the hamon with abrasive materials.
• Keep the saya dry and clean its lacquered surface with a soft cloth.
• Do not force a damp or contaminated blade into the saya.
• Store securely where children and unauthorized users cannot access it.

Safety and Legal Notice

Intended for responsible adult ownership. An unsharpened steel sword can still cause serious injury. Do not use for contact sparring, target cutting, uncontrolled swinging, or self-defense. The buyer is responsible for complying with local ownership, transport, import, storage, and display regulations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the blade sharpened?

No. This listing specifies an unsharpened edge. Inspect the delivered sword before handling because individual production batches may vary.

Is the hamon merely a printed pattern?

The supplied specification identifies the blade as clay-tempered. The visible hamon is represented as part of that treatment; no hardness or microscopic verification is claimed.

Can the handle be disassembled?

Integral blade-and-tang construction and bamboo mekugi are specified, but user-serviceable disassembly has not been confirmed. Do not dismantle the sword without appropriate experience.

Is this an antique or a Japanese-made nihonto?

No. It is a newly manufactured Japanese-style katana produced for modern collection and presentation.

Is the display stand included?

No. The katana, saya, and cotton sword bag are included; the photographed display stand and other props are not.

Why Choose LOONGSWORD

LOONGSWORD offers newly manufactured collector swords selected for material specification, assembly, and visual presentation. Because these products are finished in production batches, minor variations in color, hamon appearance, wrap alignment, and dimensions may occur.