T8 Clay-Tempered Hantachi – Choji Hamon Blade with Tachi Mounts

Specifications

Blade Length: 80 cm

Handle Length: 30 cm

Blade Width: 2.4 cm at the tip, 3.2 cm at the base

Thickness: 4 mm at the tip, 7 mm at the base

Overall Length (unsheathed): 113 cm

Overall Length (with sheath): 118 cm

Weight (unsheathed): approx. 1240 g

Tang Width: 2.6 cm

Balance Point: 11 cm from the guard

Material & Craftsmanship

T8 High Carbon Steel

Clay-tempered hamon (traditional differential hardening)

Edge Hardness: HRC 58–60

Body Hardness: HRC 30–40

Flex Rating: 20–30°

True yokote

Real bo-hi (fuller)

Traditional three-stage Japanese polishing

Gilded sakura-themed tachi fittings

Silver nashiji lacquered saya

Hishigami paper-core handle wrap

Professional-grade sageo

Product Description

This sword’s dimensions and craftsmanship draw direct inspiration from the legendary Japanese National Treasure “Yamatorige.”
While not a replica, its proportions, style, and construction pay homage to the elegance and authority of that historic masterpiece.

Forged from T8 high carbon steel and clay-tempered to achieve a real hamon, the blade combines a hard, razor-ready edge with a resilient, flexible body—just like traditional Japanese blades were meant to be.

The real yokote, real bo-hi, and refined three-tone Japanese polishing highlight the blade’s geometry beautifully.
The mounts feature gilded sakura tachi fittings, paired with a silver nashiji lacquered saya, giving the entire sword a noble and graceful presentation worthy of a collectible weapon.

Despite its larger size, the carefully adjusted weight and balance point allow for surprisingly smooth handling and strong, controlled cuts.