Manganese Steel Katana with Blue Blade - Black Dragon Saya, Samurai Tsuba, Black & Gold Handle

The blade on this katana is forged from manganese steel and finished in a deep blue polish that catches light along the entire 41-inch profile. A defined hamon line traces the edge, contrasting the blue body with a brighter silvered cutting edge at the kissaki. The result is a visually distinct piece that stands apart from standard mirror-polished or folded-steel builds. For collectors drawn to bold color work, this pairs naturally with other pieces in the Blue Steel Sword category.

The tsuka is wrapped in black ito cord over yellow same (ray-skin), creating the classic diamond-window pattern visible across the handle length. The black-and-gold color combination ties the grip visually to the gold-tone habaki collar seated at the blade base. Full-tang construction means the steel runs the complete length of the handle - no assembly shortcuts.

The tsuba is cast iron in black, carrying a samurai-theme relief design with detailed figure work pressed into the surface. The gold habaki visible beneath it provides a clean transition point between guard and blade. The iron construction gives the guard genuine weight and a matte finish that contrasts cleanly against the polished blue steel.

The saya is built from hardwood and finished in black lacquer with hand-painted dragon engravings in copper-tone linework across the body. A black sageo cord is attached at the kurigata for traditional carry. The dragon theme wraps the scabbard from throat to tip, making the sheathed presentation as detailed as the drawn sword.

Total length is 41 inches and shipping weight is 4 lbs. The package ships in a 43 x 4 x 4 inch box. This is a koshirae-style piece with matched fittings throughout - sword stand not included.