{"product_id":"katana-katsuie-t10-clay-tempered-blade-with-niku-convex-geometry-ksa-huo","title":"Katana Katsuie T10 Clay Tempered Blade with Niku Convex Geometry | KSA Huo","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKSA “Huo” Series Katana – Katsuie | Hand-Forged T10 High Carbon Blade | Clay Tempered with Real Notare Hamon | Full Tang | Sashikomi Polish | Hand-Fitted Fittings | Genuine Rayskin | Authentic Kissaki Geometry | Black Ishime Saya | Tight-Fitted Tsuka Core | Cutting Practice Ready | Good Niku Geometry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"923\" data-start=\"12\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"23\" data-start=\"12\"\u003eKatsuie\u003c\/strong\u003e is a katana from the \u003cstrong data-end=\"59\" data-start=\"45\"\u003eHuo Series\u003c\/strong\u003e, crafted for practitioners and collectors who appreciate the balance between traditional aesthetics and practical performance. Forged from \u003cstrong data-end=\"224\" data-start=\"199\"\u003eT10 high-carbon steel\u003c\/strong\u003e in classic \u003cstrong data-end=\"251\" data-start=\"236\"\u003eMaru-zukuri\u003c\/strong\u003e construction, the blade delivers excellent edge retention, durability, and responsive handling. Traditional clay tempering produces a graceful \u003cstrong data-end=\"416\" data-start=\"395\"\u003eReal Notare hamon\u003c\/strong\u003e, its gentle undulating temper line flowing naturally along the edge like calm waves. Finished in an authentic \u003cstrong data-end=\"547\" data-start=\"527\"\u003esashikomi polish\u003c\/strong\u003e, the blade preserves the natural beauty of the hardened steel, allowing the genuine hamon to reveal itself with subtle depth rather than artificial enhancement. Built with a \u003cstrong data-end=\"749\" data-start=\"722\"\u003etight-fitted tsuka core\u003c\/strong\u003e and a well-balanced \u003cstrong data-end=\"787\" data-start=\"770\"\u003eNiku geometry\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-end=\"800\" data-start=\"789\"\u003eKatsuie\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed to provide dependable structural integrity and confident cutting performance for regular tameshigiri practice.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1685\" data-start=\"925\"\u003eThe koshirae is centered around a \u003cstrong data-end=\"987\" data-start=\"959\"\u003eblack iron sukashi tsuba\u003c\/strong\u003e featuring an elegant composition of \u003cstrong data-end=\"1061\" data-start=\"1024\"\u003eflowing water and cherry blossoms\u003c\/strong\u003e. The openwork design captures the harmony between moving water and falling sakura, symbolizing the fleeting nature of life balanced by the enduring flow of time. Crafted from \u003cstrong data-end=\"1287\" data-start=\"1237\"\u003eblackened white copper (patinated cupronickel)\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong data-end=\"1302\" data-start=\"1293\"\u003efuchi\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-end=\"1318\" data-start=\"1307\"\u003ekashira\u003c\/strong\u003e are decorated with delicate \u003cstrong data-end=\"1362\" data-start=\"1347\"\u003evine motifs\u003c\/strong\u003e, representing continuous growth, resilience, and lasting prosperity. Their understated finish complements the dark iron tsuba, creating a cohesive mounting rooted in classical Japanese sword aesthetics. A brass habaki provides a precise fit while introducing a subtle warm accent to the otherwise restrained color palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2272\" data-start=\"1687\"\u003eThe tsuka is wrapped in \u003cstrong data-end=\"1735\" data-start=\"1711\"\u003edeep blue cotton ito\u003c\/strong\u003e over \u003cstrong data-end=\"1767\" data-start=\"1741\"\u003egenuine white samegawa\u003c\/strong\u003e, producing a refined contrast that recalls the deep blue of evening skies against fresh white stone. The secure wrap offers a comfortable and confident grip while enhancing the sword's elegant appearance. The saya is finished in a traditional \u003cstrong data-end=\"2035\" data-start=\"2011\"\u003eBlack Ishime lacquer\u003c\/strong\u003e, its finely textured stone-like surface adding quiet sophistication and durability. A matching \u003cstrong data-end=\"2150\" data-start=\"2131\"\u003edeep blue sageo\u003c\/strong\u003e completes the koshirae, harmonizing beautifully with the tsuka while reinforcing the sword's calm and balanced character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2791\" data-start=\"2274\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2285\" data-start=\"2274\"\u003eKatsuie\u003c\/strong\u003e is a katana that favors refinement over extravagance. From the naturally flowing \u003cstrong data-end=\"2388\" data-start=\"2367\"\u003eReal Notare hamon\u003c\/strong\u003e to the graceful sakura-and-water tsuba, the understated vine-pattern fittings, and the practical construction designed for cutting practice, every element reflects a commitment to traditional craftsmanship, functional performance, and timeless Japanese aesthetics. It is a sword equally suited for dedicated practitioners and discerning collectors who value authenticity, balance, and enduring quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2103\" data-start=\"1846\"\u003eSwords holder or stand sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSword Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" width=\"579\" style=\"height: 452.3px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"280\" data-end=\"384\" style=\"height: 39.2016px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" width=\"242\" data-start=\"280\" data-end=\"305\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 39.2016px;\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"305\" data-end=\"384\" style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 39.2016px;\"\u003eHand-forged Maru (mono-steel), Polished Edge, Genuine rayskin, Authentic Kissaki Structure, Good Niku Geometry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"385\" data-end=\"489\" style=\"height: 19.9921px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"385\" data-end=\"410\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"410\" data-end=\"489\" style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eApprox. 101 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"490\" data-end=\"593\" style=\"height: 19.9921px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"490\" data-end=\"518\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eBlade Length (Nagasa)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"518\" data-end=\"593\" style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eApprox. 71 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"594\" data-end=\"697\" style=\"height: 19.9921px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"594\" data-end=\"622\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"622\" data-end=\"697\" style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eApprox. 25 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"801\" style=\"height: 19.9921px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"726\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eBlade Width at Habaki\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"801\" style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003e3.2 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"802\" data-end=\"906\" style=\"height: 19.9921px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"802\" data-end=\"827\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eBlade Thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"827\" data-end=\"906\" style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003e7 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"907\" data-end=\"1011\" style=\"height: 19.9921px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"907\" data-end=\"932\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"932\" data-end=\"1011\" style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eT10 High Carbon \u003c\/span\u003eSteel (Performance Grade)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"1012\" data-end=\"1131\" style=\"height: 19.9921px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"1012\" data-end=\"1037\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eHeat Treatment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"1037\" data-end=\"1131\" style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClay-Tempered\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"1132\" data-end=\"1236\" style=\"height: 19.9921px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"1132\" data-end=\"1157\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eBlade Shape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"1157\" data-end=\"1236\" style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eCurved, single-edged blade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6008px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 19.6008px;\"\u003eHi (Groove)  \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 19.6008px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo groove\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1388\" style=\"height: 19.9921px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1262\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eSharpness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"1262\" data-end=\"1388\" style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eFully sharpened\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"1389\" data-end=\"1493\" style=\"height: 19.9921px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"1389\" data-end=\"1414\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eTang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1493\" style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eFull Tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1601\" style=\"height: 19.9921px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1519\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eTsuka (Handle)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1601\" style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eHardwood, genuine rayskin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"1602\" data-end=\"1706\" style=\"height: 19.9921px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"1602\" data-end=\"1627\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eSaya (Scabbard)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"1627\" data-end=\"1706\" style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eHardwood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"20\" data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1811\" style=\"height: 19.9921px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"20\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1732\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eFittings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"1732\" data-end=\"1811\" style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 19.9921px;\"\u003eIron \u0026amp; Copper Fittings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6008px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 19.6008px;\"\u003eTsuka-Ito  \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 19.6008px;\"\u003eCotton\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6008px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 19.6008px;\"\u003eSageo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 19.6008px;\"\u003eRayon \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6008px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 19.6008px;\"\u003eWeight (without saya)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 19.6008px;\"\u003eApprox. 950 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr height=\"60\" data-start=\"1916\" data-end=\"2038\" style=\"height: 74.7984px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"60\" class=\"xl66\" data-start=\"1916\" data-end=\"1941\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 232.862px; height: 74.7984px;\"\u003ePurpose\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"xl65\" width=\"337\" data-start=\"1941\" data-end=\"2038\" data-col-size=\"lg\" style=\"width: 324.451px; height: 74.7984px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for test cutting (Tameshigiri) and general martial arts training. We can provide an unsharpened blade upon request\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/5587\/4475\/files\/177_JGG056-1.jpg?v=1783321546\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/5587\/4475\/files\/IMG_7055.jpg?v=1766837171\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/5587\/4475\/files\/Saya_core.jpg?v=1782820794\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/5587\/4475\/files\/IMG_7054.jpg?v=1766837168\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/5587\/4475\/files\/IMG_7045.jpg?v=1766837167\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/5587\/4475\/files\/IMG_7072.jpg?v=1766837168\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/5587\/4475\/files\/IMG_7065.jpg?v=1766837167\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/5587\/4475\/files\/IMG_7068.jpg?v=1766837167\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/5587\/4475\/files\/IMG_7067.jpg?v=1766837168\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/5587\/4475\/files\/IMG_7046.jpg?v=1766837167\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/5587\/4475\/files\/IMG_7051.jpg?v=1766837167\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/5587\/4475\/files\/IMG_7077.jpg?v=1766837168\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/5587\/4475\/files\/IMG_7059.jpg?v=1766837167\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KSA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47352558256299,"sku":"PERJGG056KSA177","price":569.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/5587\/4475\/files\/katana-katsuie-t10-clay-tempered-blade-with-niku-convex-geometry-ksa-huo-ksa-2026-australia-3615469.png?v=1783324758","url":"https:\/\/www.katanaswordart.com.au\/products\/katana-katsuie-t10-clay-tempered-blade-with-niku-convex-geometry-ksa-huo","provider":"KatanaSwordArt","version":"1.0","type":"link"}