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Red Blade Katana

Browse our collection of red blade katana swords - hand-forged Japanese katana featuring bold red blade treatments applied directly to the steel surface, available in Damascus steel, 1060 carbon steel, Melaleuca Steel, and other high-carbon grades across a range of red and crimson blade color configurations. Red blade katana create a striking inversion of the conventional katana aesthetic, making the blade itself the primary color element. Free US shipping and hassle-free returns included.

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Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword 1060 Carbon Steel With Red Blade
Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword 1060 Carbon Steel With Red Blade
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169.00 USD
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Handmade Japanese Katana Sword With Red Blade And Scabbard
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword With Red Blade And Scabbard
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179.00 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 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 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 Japanese Katana Sword With Blood Red Blade And Scabbard
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword With Blood Red Blade And Scabbard
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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 1045 Carbon Steel With Red Scabbard
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword 1045 Carbon Steel With Red Scabbard
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149.00 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 Samurai Sword 1095 Carbon Steel With Red Blade And Scabbard
Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword 1095 Carbon Steel With Red Blade And Scabbard
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199.00 USD
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Handmade Japanese Sekiro Katana Sword With Red Blade
Handmade Japanese Sekiro Katana Sword With Red Blade
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219.00 USD
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Sekiro's Katana Sword, Undead Cut Katana, Shadows Die Twice Purple Sword
Sekiro's Katana Sword, Undead Cut Katana, Shadows Die Twice Purple Sword
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199.00 USD
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Handmade Japanese Katana Sword With Crimson Red Blade
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword With Crimson Red Blade
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209.00 USD
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Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice Undead Cut Katana Replica 1095 Carbon Steel With Red Blade
Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice Undead Cut Katana Replica 1095 Carbon Steel With Red Blade
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229.00 USD
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Handmade Katana With Folded Melaleuca SteelĀ blade
Handmade Katana With Folded Melaleuca SteelĀ blade
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249.00 USD
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Handmade Japanese Katana Sword With Red Blade
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword With Red Blade
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209.00 USD
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword With Tiger Scabbard
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword With Tiger Scabbard
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269.00 USD
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Frequently Asked Questions

How is the red finish applied to a red blade katana?
Red blade treatments on katana can be created through several different processes, all applied to the steel surface after the blade's core construction - forging, heat treatment, and grinding - is complete. Heat-based coloring is one method: the blade is brought to a specific temperature range where the steel surface oxidizes to create colored oxide compounds, with different temperatures producing different colors including the reds and purples associated with heat-treated blade finishes. Chemical coating processes use compounds that react with the steel surface to produce a stable colored layer. Some red blade treatments use a specialized metallic coating or paint formulation designed for adhesion to the polished steel surface. In all cases, the red treatment is a surface application over the fully constructed blade rather than a change to the blade's steel composition or heat treatment, meaning the underlying full-tang construction and blade hardness are not affected. The color is stable for display purposes when properly cared for and protected from abrasion.
What steel grades are used in red blade katana?
Red blade katana in this collection feature several different high-carbon steel grades, each contributing different base qualities to the piece beneath the red blade treatment. Damascus steel red blade katana combine the fold-forged layered structural patterning with the bold red surface color - under certain lighting angles, the Damascus layer structure may be partially visible through or alongside the red treatment, creating additional visual complexity. 1060 carbon steel is a reliable high-carbon grade providing consistent full-tang construction at an accessible price point. Melaleuca Steel is a specialized material appearing in select pieces - it is a high-carbon steel variant with specific properties that make it well suited to the Japanese sword-making process. All grades used in this collection are high-carbon steel appropriate to proper heat treatment and genuine collectible quality, distinguishing these pieces from decorative alternatives using stainless or mild steel. The red treatment is applied after the steel's core properties are established through forging and heat treatment.
Does a red blade affect the katana's quality as a collectible?
A red blade treatment does not affect the katana's quality as a collectible in any negative way - in fact, it adds a color character that distinguishes the piece as a specifically display-focused collectible built for visual impact. The construction fundamentals that matter for collectible quality - full-tang construction, high-carbon steel, proper heat treatment, and quality fittings - are established before the red treatment is applied and are not affected by it. The red color is a surface treatment that enhances the visual personality of the piece for display purposes. From a care perspective, a red blade does require some additional attention: the colored surface is more susceptible to visible wear from abrasion than a conventional polished steel surface, so handling should use a soft cloth rather than direct contact, and polishing compounds should be avoided entirely. The oil maintenance routine for the underlying steel applies as normal, protecting the steel through the color treatment layer. A properly maintained red blade katana will hold its color and construction quality for many years of display use.
What display arrangements work best for a red blade katana?
A red blade katana deserves a display arrangement that makes the blade's color treatment the visual centerpiece of the presentation. The most effective display orientation is the standard horizontal two-peg wall bracket at eye level, with the blade visible from across the room against a neutral or contrasting background. White and light gray walls provide clean contrast that allows the red to read vividly. Dark backgrounds in charcoal and black create a more dramatic arrangement where the red blade reads as an intense point of color against a dark ground. Avoid displaying against orange, pink, or other warm-toned backgrounds that would visually blend with or diminish the red blade's color impact. For lighting, directed warm-white spotlighting enhances the depth and richness of the red treatment, while cool lighting can make the red appear more orange or muted than it actually is. The katana's curved blade profile means the sword creates a dynamic visual arc in the display, and this arc reads especially dramatically in red against a contrasting background.

Customer Reviews

Louis Ferrari Iii Wisconsin, United States
Feb 12, 2026 18:38

Great gift for my son. He loves the color and it's exactly what we expected! Looking to buy a green colored katana next time!

Handmade Japanese Katana Sword With Blood Red Blade And Scabbard Handmade Japanese Katana Sword With Blood Red Blade And Scabbard
De'andre Thaddies New York, United States
Jan 12, 2026 12:32

The red is hot, I love the design on the blade too its fireee!!

Handmade Japanese Katana Sword 1045 Carbon Steel With Red Scabbard Handmade Japanese Katana Sword 1045 Carbon Steel With Red Scabbard
Erandi Gonzalez Arizona, United States
Jan 11, 2026 14:25

loved it! very quick shipping and exactly what i ordered

Handmade Japanese Katana Sword With Blood Red Blade And Scabbard Handmade Japanese Katana Sword With Blood Red Blade And Scabbard
Joe Andreoli Pennsylvania, United States
Dec 17, 2025 13:14

I thought it would be a sharp blade.. and it wasn’t. No where on the page said dull katana

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Gregory Tomczak Arizona, United States
Dec 06, 2025 14:53

Again, True Katana delivered! Every time I purchase a product from TK, it is wonderful. The level of detail and craftsmanship is impeccable. I received my 3rd and 4th blade from them today and they are perfect.

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Kevin Ahlswede Wisconsin, United States
Nov 26, 2025 12:48

I got this for my son for his birthday and he loves it! Very well made and is everything they say it is!! Kevin

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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
Laura Schmidt Minnesota, United States
Oct 26, 2025 15:22

Very cool looking, decently built. A couple minor parts of imperfections as seen in the picture. (On handle in the red sections between the braided black wrapping is a spot missing of something)

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