1045 Carbon Steel Katana with Black Matte Saya - Bamboo Tsuba, Cream Ito Wrap

The blade is ground from 1045 carbon steel and hand-polished to a bright chrome finish along its 28.3-inch length. A clearly defined hamon traces the edge, evidence of the differential finishing process applied to the steel. At 58 HRC hardness, the blade maintains a refined edge through repeated handling and form practice. The full-tang construction anchors the steel through the entire length of the handle, providing structural integrity and balanced weight distribution across the 40.5-inch overall length.

The handle assembly pairs black PU samegawa with a cream cotton ito wrapped in the traditional diamond-pattern. The contrast between the pale wrap and the dark underlayer gives the tsuka a clean, classical appearance. Menuki accents are seated beneath the ito, adding a subtle sculptural detail consistent with period-correct construction. Handle length measures 10.2 inches, allowing a comfortable two-handed grip.

The round tsuba is cast from alloy and features a gold-tone bamboo motif in raised relief against a dark textured ground. In Japanese artistic tradition, bamboo represents flexibility and endurance - it bends without breaking, a quality long associated with the samurai's character. The tsuba sits flush between blade and handle, completing a guard that is both decorative and structurally sound. For collectors interested in themed fittings, the Black Bamboo Tsuba Japanese Samurai Swords collection brings together a range of swords sharing this distinctive motif.

The saya is shaped from hardwood and finished in a matte black lacquer that shows fine texture in direct light. At 30.3 inches, it encloses the blade fully when sheathed. A cream sageo cord is knotted at the kurikata in an ornamental multi-strand tie, visible in detail in the product images - a considered finishing touch that ties the cream of the ito through to the scabbard. This sword sits naturally within the broader Black 1045 Carbon Steel Katana lineage, sharing the same material foundation with varied aesthetic interpretations.

Shipping dimensions run 43 x 4 x 4 inches at 4 lbs, packaged to arrive display-ready. Whether positioned on a stand for room display or drawn for kata study, this katana presents a coherent aesthetic from tip to saya - pale cream fittings against matte black lacquer, anchored by a gold bamboo tsuba at center.