• The Verdant Trace Tachi, featuring a folded steel clay-tempered blade and ornate fittings, on a display stand.
  • A detailed close-up of the ornate alloy fuchi (hilt collar) and the verdant green silk ito wrap.
  • A macro shot of the intricate knot work on the verdant green silk ito wrap of the Verdant Trace Tachi.
  • A close-up showing the base of the folded steel blade, brass habaki, and the real clay-tempered hamon.
  • A close-up view of the tsuka handle, featuring the verdant green silk ito wrap over white genuine rayskin.
  • A detailed view of the ornate alloy kashira (pommel) at the end of the Verdant Trace Tachi's handle.
  • A close-up of the folded steel blade, clearly showing the authentic wavy clay-tempered hamon.
  • A bright macro shot of the blade, revealing both the folded steel pattern (hada) and the clay-tempered hamon.
  • The complete Verdant Trace Tachi, fully sheathed in its hardwood saya, resting on an orange display stand.
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Verdant Trace | 1060 Folded Steel Clay Tempered Tachi

Verdant Trace | 1060 Folded Steel Clay Tempered Tachi

$259.00 USD
$259.00 USD
Free shipping · US/CA/UK/AU 7–12d · EU 7–15d.

A blade born from a tranquil landscape, the Verdant Trace Tachi is a study in natural artistry. Its soul is the folded steel blade, where the fiery, wave-like hamon meets the subtle grain of the steel (hada). The distinctive verdant green silk wrap evokes the fresh moss of a hidden grove, creating a sword that is not a weapon of war, but a piece of functional poetry.

Why Choose the Verdant Trace?

  • A Blade of Three Arts: Folded Steel, Hamon & Hada: This is a blade for the connoisseur. It features a hand-forged folded steel blade (1024 layers) with a visible grain (hada), AND a genuine clay-tempered hamon (temper line). This combination showcases the highest levels of traditional sword-making craftsmanship.
  • Signature Verdant Green Silk Fittings: The unique verdant green (teal) silk ito (handle wrap) and sageo (scabbard cord) create a striking and elegant aesthetic. This beautiful color scheme makes the Tachi instantly stand out as a piece of refined art.
  • Authentic Handle Construction: The tsuka (handle) is built in the traditional manner, featuring a hardwood core, a full wrap of white genuine rayskin (samegawa), and tightly-wrapped silk ito, all secured by two mekugi pegs. This ensures a secure and authentic feel.
  • Complete & Refined Package: From the alloy tsuba to the brass habaki and copper menuki, every fitting is chosen to complement the sword's elegant theme. The Tachi comes complete with a silk sword bag, ready for display or collection.

Specifications

Dimensions & Geometry

  • Overall Length: 40.9" (104 cm)
  • Blade Length (Nagasa): 27.8" (70.5 cm)
  • Handle Length (Tsuka): 10.6" (27 cm)
  • Curvature (Sori): 5cm
  • Width at Base (Motohaba): 1.26" (3.2 cm)
  • Width at Tip (Sakihaba): 0.91" (2.3 cm)
  • Thickness at Base (Kasane): 0.3" (7.5 mm)
  • Thickness at Tip (Sakikasane):  0.16" (4.0 mm)

Weight & Handling

  • Total Weight: 2.71 lbs (1.23 kg)
  • Weight without Sheath: 2.22 lbs (1.01 kg)
  • Point of Balance (P.O.B.): 13cm

Materials & Construction

  • Blade Steel: Folded Steel (AISI 1060 High-Carbon, 10 Folds, 1024 Layers)
  • Blade Construction: Maru (Monosteel), Hand-Forged, Hand-Polished
  • Blade Geometry: Shinogi-Zukuri, Chu-Kissaki
  • Temper Line (Hamon): Real Clay-Tempered Hamon
  • Fittings (Koshirae):
    • Guard (Tsuba): Alloy
    • Collar (Habaki): Brass
    • Ornaments (Menuki): Copper
    • Hilt Cap/Pommel (Kashira): Alloy
    • Hilt Collar (Fuchi): Alloy
    • Handle Wrap (Ito): Verdant Green Silk
    • Rayskin (Samegawa): White Genuine Rayskin
  • Sheath (Saya): Hardwood

Features

  • Sharpness: Sharpened / Battle-Ready
  • Tang: Full Tang with 2 Mekugi (pegs)
  • Included: Silk Sword Bag
  • Condition: Brand New (Wooden stand not included)

NOTE

(1) A silk sword bag comes with the sword. but the wooden stand in below item pictures is NOT included.

(2) if you need one wooden stand, please contact me,

(3) This Katana can be taken apart fully anytime for maintenance purposes, you can disassemble the sword from the handle by taking out two pegs.

(4) Due to our swords are full hand made, so Specs will vary slightly from sword to sword. please understand.

Shipping & Delivery Time

✈️ Shipping Information

We offer free shipping to the following countries:

📍 Destination: United States

  • Courier: SF Express
  • 🕒 Estimated Delivery: 7–12 business days
  • Please Note: Final price shown at checkout — free shipping, no sales tax, no additional import fees.

📍 Destinations: Australia, Canada, United Kingdom

  • Courier: EMS
  • 🕒 Estimated Delivery: 7–12 business days

📍 Destinations:

  • Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia
  • Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, Luxembourg, Norway, Poland
  • Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland
  • Philippines, South Africa, Thailand
  • Couriers: UPS / FedEx
  • 🕒 Estimated Delivery: 7–15 business days

📦 All shipments come with tracking. Times may vary slightly due to customs or local conditions.

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PRODUCT VIDEO

Shot in our workshop. This clip shows real handling and close-ups of the blade and fittings — no filters, no CGI. What you see is exactly what you get. Specs and finishes may vary slightly due to handcrafting.

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