Frost Defiance: T10 Clay Tempered Tachi - Mirror Polish & Full Tang

$1,322.00

"It's not that I prefer the chrysanthemum above all others,
But that after it blooms, no other flowers are worth a glance."
— Yuan Zhen (Tang Dynasty)
「不是花中偏愛菊，此花開盡更無花。」—— 元稹 (唐)

The Unyielding Spirit: Frost Defiance (《傲霜》)

The Frost Defiance Tachi is a profound tribute to the resilience of the warrior spirit. Unlike standard blades, this piece features an 18-stage Shiage-Zuri (仕上研) manual polish, achieving a breathtaking mirror finish that captures every flicker of light.

Balanced at 3.6 lbs (1.64kg), it possesses a commanding yet agile presence. The integration of the traditional Kiku (Chrysanthemum) motif and hand-painted Samurai Kamon (Family Crest) makes it a bridge between lethal history and refined art.

The Ultimate Luxury Gift for Him: Singular Excellence

For the man who demands the absolute pinnacle of craftsmanship. The Frost Defiance represents a choice of singular excellence—once witnessed, no other collection compares. The contrast between the Mirror-Polished T10 Steel and the Deep Lacquer Scabbard evokes a sense of "Man's Romance"—a silent guardian of heritage and honor, perfect for an executive office or a prestigious private gallery.

The Blade: T10 Steel & 18-Stage Mirror Polish
Forged from high-performance T10 Carbon Steel, the blade undergoes a traditional Clay Tempering (覆土燒刃) process to achieve a natural, visible Hamon. The surface is then treated to an exhaustive 18-stage manual Mirror Grinding (仕上研), resulting in a flawless reflection that highlights the steel's structural density.

The Scabbard: Lacquered Wood with Hand-Painted Kamon
The scabbard is crafted from solid wood and finished with traditional Deep Lacquer (大漆). It is hand-painted with a prestigious Samurai Family Crest (武士家徽) and paired with a high-end Sageo, ensuring a display-ready aesthetic from every angle.

The Fittings: Hand-Carved Kiku Copper Set
The guard (Tsuba) and fittings are made of Pure Copper, featuring meticulously hand-carved Chrysanthemum (菊紋) patterns. The handle is wrapped in Genuine Ray Skin (真魚皮) and traditional cord, providing an authentic tactile experience.

Key Features

Style: Premium Collector's Tachi - A symbol of nobility.
Blade: T10 Steel with authentic Clay Tempered Hamon.
Grinding: 18-Stage Shiage-Zuri (Mirror Polish).
Scabbard: Lacquered wood with Hand-Painted Family Crest.
Fittings: Pure Copper with Hand-Carved Kiku motifs.
Full Tang: Structural integrity for long-term display.

Specifications

Overall Length: 40.9 inches (104 cm)
Blade Length: 27.9 inches (71 cm)
Handle Length: 10.6 inches (27 cm)
Blade Width: 1.26 inches (3.2 cm)
Total Weight: Approx. 3.6 lbs (1.64 kg)
Accessories: High-end Brocade Presentation Box included.

⚒️ A Note on Craftsmanship: The Evolution of Design

The Master Concept (Lifestyle Images):
Our lifestyle gallery showcases the Original Master Prototype. These images capture the idealized spirit, balance, and the mesmerizing mirror Hamon as originally conceived by our master smiths.

The Living Blade (Actual Product):
Unlike mass-produced factory items (where every piece is identical), Shogun Blade operates in small, artisanal batches.

Hand-Forged Variation: Because each blade is individually clay tempered and polished by hand for 18 stages, the Hamon pattern (刃紋) and Mirror reflection are unique to each sword, like a fingerprint. No two are exactly alike.
Artisanal Optimization: The hand-painted Kamon (家徽) and hand-carved copper fittings undergo manual finishing. Our masters hand-adjust specific details to achieve the "Optimal Aesthetic Effect" unique to that specific item's proportions.

What This Means:
While the overall silhouette remains true to the photos, please expect organic variations resulting from this individual artistic tuning. Please refer to the Detailed Macro Shots for the exact specifications of the current batch you will receive.

Collector's Note: This item is strictly for display, collection, and decorative purposes (art piece).

Current Stock:

SKU:

352-20251320-7-TR

Condition

New

Availability

Hand-crafted art piece. Please allow 7-15 business days for the 18-stage intricate polishing and hand-painting of the scabbard crest.

Weight:

3.60 LBS

Width:

5.00 (in)

Height:

6.00 (in)

Depth:

46.00 (in)

Warranty:

Lifetime warranty against forging defects. The mirror polish is delicate; please avoid touching the blade with bare hands to prevent oxidation from skin oils.