Product Details

The blade is forged from 1045 carbon steel, heat-treated to 58 HRC for consistent hardness throughout the straight nagasa profile. At 20 inches in length, the chrome-polished surface carries a hand-engraved vine motif that flows from the habaki toward the tip - a decorative detail that elevates the blade well beyond a standard display piece. The edge is sharpened and finished by hand for a clean, precise profile.

The handle measures 9 inches and is built on a full tang core for structural integrity from tip to pommel. Red polyurethane leather samegawa wraps the wooden core beneath a black cord wrap, creating the high-contrast black-and-red diamond pattern visible across the grip. The construction follows traditional koshirae assembly, giving the piece an authentic layered build.

The tsuba is cast from alloy in a gold tone, sculpted with a chrysanthemum petal motif in raised relief. The chrysanthemum is one of Japan's most enduring symbols - associated with the imperial family and used widely in classical sword furniture. It creates a bold focal point between blade and handle, with the warm gold contrasting against both the black wrap and the polished steel.

The saya is crafted from hardwood and finished in black piano lacquer, producing a deep, reflective gloss surface. A white vine engraving mirrors the blade's decorative motif, running along the upper section of the scabbard for visual continuity. The gold sageo cord is attached at the kurikata and finished with a traditional tassel. Saya length is 20.5 inches, closely matched to the nagasa. For collectors interested in similar straight-blade designs, browse our Ninja Sword collection for additional options.

Total overall length is 31 inches, weight is 3.5 lbs, and the piece is presented in koshirae style with all fittings assembled. This straight katana suits collectors drawn to Japanese sword aesthetics with a strong decorative character - the vine engravings, chrysanthemum tsuba, and piano lacquer saya form a cohesive visual theme across every component. Also see our curated Gold Cord Handle Ninjato collection for related pieces in this style.

  • 1045 carbon steel blade, heat-treated to 58 HRC, ground to a refined edge and polished to a bright chrome finish - 20 inches of straight nagasa geometry.
  • Blade features hand-engraved vine motif running along the flat, adding an artistic dimension rarely seen on straight-style swords at this tier.
  • Full tang construction anchors the 9-inch handle, wrapped in black cord over red polyurethane leather samegawa in a traditional diamond pattern.
  • Gold alloy tsuba cast in a chrysanthemum relief design - a classic Japanese imperial motif that contrasts sharply against the black handle wrap.
  • Black hardwood saya finished in gloss piano lacquer with matching white vine engraving and gold sageo cord tassel, 20.5 inches in length.
  • Overall length 31 inches, weight 3.5 lbs - a sturdy, well-balanced piece built for wall display or koshirae collection presentation.

Specification

Product Specifications
Item NumberTK-JZ-KT-L190015
Primary ColorBlack
Primary Material1045 Carbon Steel
ThemesFloral Scabbard
Tsuka ColorBlack-red
Tsuka Skin ColorRed
Tsuka Skin MaterialPolyurethane Leather
Tsuka Length9
Tsuba ColorGold
Tsuba MaterialAlloy
Tsuba ThemeChrysanthemum
Saya ColorBlack
Saya MaterialHardwood Lacquer
Saya SurfacePiano Lacquer
Saya Length20.5
Sageo ColorGold
Nagasa Material1045 Steel
Nagasa ColorChrome
Nagasa Length20
Nagasa Hardness58
Nagasa SharppendYes
Saya ThemeVine
Nagasa HamonNo
Blade EngravingVine
StyleKoshirae

Frequently Asked Questions

What steel and hardness does this blade use?
The blade is made from 1045 carbon steel, heat-treated to 58 HRC. It has a straight nagasa profile, polished to a chrome finish, and comes sharpened with a hand-finished edge. No hamon is present on this blade.
What is engraved on the blade and saya?
Both the blade and saya feature a vine motif engraving. On the blade, it runs along the flat toward the tip; on the black piano lacquer saya, a matching white vine design is applied to the upper section, creating a unified decorative theme across the full piece.
What does the tsuba design look like on this sword?
The tsuba is a gold-tone alloy guard cast with a chrysanthemum petal pattern in raised relief. It measures as a standard katana guard and provides a warm contrast against the black cord handle wrap and polished chrome blade.

Customer Reviews(4)

Natalie Colon New York, United States
Feb 13, 2021 06:10

Loved the gift, even shed a few tears. Very clean cut, well polished!

Rudy Gomez California, United States
Nov 02, 2020 20:20

I did receive my order which was packaged very securely thank you.
Craftsmanship is excellent , its a beautiful sword.thought it would be a bit lighter and maybe a bit more balanced but putting that aside I love it and plan buying from truekatana again very soon

Darius Ryan Pennsylvan, United States
Sep 05, 2020 06:52

Sword was beautiful and sharp the way I wanted it. Thanks.

Cameron Daniel Georgia, United States
Sep 04, 2020 14:33

Very satisfied with my purchase; well-made for a reasonable price!