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Real Damascus Steel Sword

Browse our real damascus steel sword collection - hand-forged Japanese katana and samurai swords in genuine Damascus and Melaleuca pattern steel with full-tang construction, available in black, crimson, red, gold, purple, and natural-wood configurations. Real damascus steel swords use authentic forge-welded layered steel construction, not printed or etched surface patterns on plain steel. Free US shipping and hassle-free returns included.

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Handmade Japanese Katana Sword Damascus Steel With Black Scabbard
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword Damascus Steel With Black Scabbard
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159.00 USD
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Handmade Shirasaya Katana Damascus Steel With Red Blade Without Tsuba
Handmade Shirasaya Katana Damascus Steel With Red Blade Without Tsuba
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209.00 USD
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Handmade Japanese Katana Sword Damascus Steel With Red Blade
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword Damascus Steel With Red Blade
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199.00 USD
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Handmade Japanese Sword Damascus Steel With Golden Blade And Snake Style Scabbard
Handmade Japanese Sword Damascus Steel With Golden Blade And Snake Style Scabbard
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199.00 USD
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Handmade Japanese Katana Sword Damascus Steel With Red Blade And Scabbard
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword Damascus Steel With Red Blade And Scabbard
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189.00 USD
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Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword Damascus Steel Full Tang
Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword Damascus Steel Full Tang
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169.00 USD
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Handmade Japanese Katana Sword Damascus Steel With Crimson Blade And Scabbard
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword Damascus Steel With Crimson Blade And Scabbard
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199.00 USD
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Handmade Katana Sword Damascus Steel With Black Scabbard
Handmade Katana Sword Damascus Steel With Black Scabbard
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179.00 USD
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Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword Damascus Steel
Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword Damascus Steel
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179.00 USD
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Authentic Japanese Katana Sword Damascus Steel With Red Blade And Scabbard
Authentic Japanese Katana Sword Damascus Steel With Red Blade And Scabbard
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329.00 USD
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Handmade Japanese Katana Sword Damascus Steel With Purple Blade
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword Damascus Steel With Purple Blade
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229.00 USD
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Handmade Japanese Wakizashi Sword Damascus Steel With Brown Scabbard
Handmade Japanese Wakizashi Sword Damascus Steel With Brown Scabbard
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199.00 USD
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Handmade Japanese Wakizashi Sword 1000 Layer Folded Steel Real Hamon With Red Scabbard
Handmade Japanese Wakizashi Sword 1000 Layer Folded Steel Real Hamon With Red Scabbard
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229.00 USD
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Handmade Japanese Wakizashi Sword Pattern Steel With Red Blade
Handmade Japanese Wakizashi Sword Pattern Steel With Red Blade
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209.00 USD
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Was: 259.00 USD
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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I tell if a Damascus sword is genuinely forge-welded or just surface-etched?
Distinguishing genuine forge-welded Damascus from surface-etched pattern steel requires examining the blade in specific ways. At the blade edge, genuine Damascus shows the layer structure in cross-section - the alternating steel types create visible banding at the edge that surface etching cannot replicate. Under a magnifying glass at the edge profile, genuine Damascus shows layer boundaries running through the steel rather than a pattern on the surface. On the flat of the blade, genuine Damascus pattern has depth and three-dimensional character - the different steel types reflect light differently, creating a subtle three-dimensional quality. Surface-etched patterns are flat and uniform, without the depth variation of genuine layered construction. Additionally, genuine forge-welded Damascus has a specific tactile character when handled - the blade has a density and grain character that differentiates it from plain steel with applied surface decoration.
What is Melaleuca pattern steel and how does it relate to Damascus?
Melaleuca pattern steel - also called 1000-layer folded steel in this collection context - is a forge-welded layered construction that uses similar techniques to Damascus but with specific folding parameters that create a different surface pattern. Where Damascus combines different steel alloy types to create contrast through different etch reactions, Melaleuca steel uses high-fold-count layering of compatible steel types to create a fine, dense layered pattern with a specific surface character. The Melaleuca pattern is typically finer and more regular than Damascus patterns, with a consistency across the blade surface that reflects the high layer count. Both are genuine forge-welded constructions that have the layered structure running through the blade rather than just on the surface. For collectors, Melaleuca steel is a distinct material in the folded steel category with its own specific visual character.
What steel grades are combined in forge-welded Damascus sword billets?
Forge-welded Damascus billets for Japanese sword construction typically combine two or more steel types selected for the contrast they create when acid-etched. Common combinations include high-carbon steel with a medium-carbon or mild steel - the different carbon contents create different etch responses that produce the visible layer contrast. Spring steel combined with high-carbon steel is another common combination, where the spring steel's specific alloying creates a different surface response to acid. Some Damascus billets combine up to five or more distinct steel types in the initial billet before the folding process begins, with each additional steel type contributing to the visual complexity of the final pattern. The specific combination of steel types in any Damascus billet is proprietary to each smith, which is why Damascus patterns from different sources have distinctive visual characters that experienced collectors learn to recognize.
How does a Damascus steel katana compare to a T10 clay-tempered katana as a collector piece?
Damascus steel and T10 clay-tempered represent two different premium options in the Japanese sword collecting category, each with specific strengths that appeal to different collector priorities. Damascus steel is chosen primarily for its visual character: the layered surface pattern is the most immediately distinctive visual feature in the Japanese sword category, identifiable from across a room. T10 clay-tempered is chosen for its hamon: the differential hardening process produces the most classically correct and technically impressive temper line of any available grade. For collectors who prioritize visual impact and surface complexity, Damascus is the stronger choice. For collectors who prioritize craft authenticity and the specific Japanese bladesmithing tradition of the hamon, T10 is the stronger choice. Many serious collections include both, as they represent different and complementary expressions of what premium Japanese sword construction can achieve.

Customer Reviews

Peter Poorman Oklahoma, United States
Feb 18, 2026 08:36

really nice wakizashi. sharpens right up. looks great on it's stand. well packed, on time, as advertised.recommended.

Handmade Japanese Wakizashi Sword 1000 Layer Folded Steel Real Hamon With Red Scabbard Handmade Japanese Wakizashi Sword 1000 Layer Folded Steel Real Hamon With Red Scabbard
Darlene Heitman Missouri, United States
Feb 12, 2026 16:59

Excellent customer service! Couldn’t be happier with our purchase!

Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword Damascus Steel Full Tang Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword Damascus Steel Full Tang
Brandon Brown Maryland, United States
Feb 12, 2026 16:16

Love my Cortana play wish they had a smaller one to go with it

Handmade Japanese Sword Damascus Steel With Golden Blade And Snake Style Scabbard Handmade Japanese Sword Damascus Steel With Golden Blade And Snake Style Scabbard
Arthur De Winter Belgium
Feb 12, 2026 12:10

It's a beautiful piece, finely crafted and perfect to hang up

Handmade Japanese Wakizashi Sword Damascus Steel With Brown Scabbard Handmade Japanese Wakizashi Sword Damascus Steel With Brown Scabbard
Jessica Christensen Minnesota, United States
Feb 10, 2026 12:44

I bought this as a gift for my son and he absolutely loves it! Wonderful attention to detail and expertly crafted.

Handmade Japanese Katana Sword Damascus Steel With Black Scabbard Handmade Japanese Katana Sword Damascus Steel With Black Scabbard
James Robert Hamilton Texas, United States
Dec 06, 2025 12:05

It is as described accept the tsuba is bright gold and fairly cheap looking. Otherwise it’s a decent sword as looks go.

Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword Damascus Steel Full Tang Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword Damascus Steel Full Tang
Ronald Lauck Pennsylvania, United States
Nov 28, 2025 08:39

Overall experience, ok. Shipping box looked like someone took a sword to it (torn, ripped, dented); sturdier material should be used. Ok sword (you get what you pay for) but blade collar (Habaki) and guard (Tsuba) are loose. Wasn't expecting a battle-ready, high end piece, but shouldn't have loose parts.

Handmade Katana Sword Damascus Steel With Black Scabbard Handmade Katana Sword Damascus Steel With Black Scabbard
Ilana Nires Pennsylvania, United States
Nov 17, 2025 13:27

I bought this Katana as an 18th birthday gift for my son. He’s very involved in martial arts and things of that nature. He went and found the Katana and asked for it as his gift. We were actually blown away by the craftsmanship and beauty of both the katana and the wooden sheath. The Katana itself is gorgeous and so well made the attention to detail is remarkable. The wooden sheath is stunning and looks like a masterpiece itself. We quickly ordered wall mounts and it’s proudly mounted on my son’s wall in his room. It’s a stunning piece to look at and he LOVES having it as part of his decor for his room as well as just an amazing piece of what I’d call art! I’m sure he will be finding more on your site to order for future occasions and I will definitely happily purchase knowing we are getting such high quality goods.

Authentic Japanese Katana Sword Damascus Steel With Red Blade And Scabbard Authentic Japanese Katana Sword Damascus Steel With Red Blade And Scabbard