Product Details

The blade on this katana is forged from manganese steel and ground to a refined edge, with a hamon line running along the ji that catches light along the transition between edge and spine. The polished chrome finish highlights the geometry of the blade profile, from the flat of the shinogi down to the boshi at the tip. A full-tang construction runs the blade steel continuously into the handle assembly.

The tsuka is wrapped in brown cotton ito in a traditional diamond-pattern over black same panels, with gold-tone menuki nestled beneath the wrap at the grip. The fuchi at the base of the handle is finished in a copper-rose tone that bridges the dark tsuba and the warm brown of the ito.

The tsuba is cut in a bold gear silhouette - a black iron-finished geometric form with deeply scalloped teeth around the perimeter. It is one of the more visually distinctive guard shapes available in Handmade Japanese Katana configurations, and it anchors the color contrast between the dark blade spine and the warm handle tones.

The saya is shaped from natural hardwood left in its warm brown tone with visible grain texture across the surface. A brown sageo cord is secured at the kurikata with a traditional wrap and tassel finish, and a small gold-tone kojiri cap closes the tip of the scabbard. The overall saya finish is unfussy and natural-looking, letting the wood speak for itself.

Overall length is 41 inches and total weight is 3 lbs. Packaged in a 43 x 4 x 4 inch box at a shipping weight of 4 lbs. This piece is offered as a replica and collector's display item. Note: sword stand or holder is not included. If you are interested in exploring similar pieces, browse our Black Blade Katana collection for related styles.

  • Manganese steel blade with a visible hamon line and a polished chrome finish, ground to a refined edge and hand-finished along the full length of the tang.
  • Black gear-shaped tsuba in a bold geometric design, paired with a copper-tone fuchi for a striking contrast against the brown ito wrap.
  • Brown cotton ito wrap over black same (rayskin) panels on the tsuka, with gold-tone menuki accents seated beneath the wrap for grip texture and visual depth.
  • Natural hardwood saya in warm brown with visible wood grain, fitted with a matching brown sageo cord tied in a traditional knot at the kurikata.
  • Overall length 41 inches, weight 3 lbs - full-tang construction throughout for balanced handling as a display piece or collector's replica.

Specification

Product Specifications
Item NumberTK-JP-AW20071
Primary ColorBrown
Primary MaterialManganese Steel
Saya ColorBrown
Saya MaterialHardwood Natural
Tsuka ColorBrown
Nagasa ColorChrome
Sageo ColorBrown
Tsuba ColorBlack
Tsuba ThemeGeometric
Nagasa HamonYes
StyleKoshirae
Dimensions41 Inches
Weight3.0 Pounds
Packing Size43 x 4 x 4 Inches
Shipping Weight4.0 Pounds

Frequently Asked Questions

What steel is this katana blade made from?
The blade is forged from manganese steel with a polished chrome finish and a visible hamon line along the ji. Full-tang construction runs continuously through the handle assembly.
What does the gear-shaped tsuba look like up close?
The tsuba is a black iron-finished geometric guard with deeply scalloped gear-tooth edges around the perimeter, paired with a copper-rose fuchi that contrasts the dark guard against the brown ito wrap.
What material and color is the saya on this katana?
The saya is shaped from natural hardwood in a warm brown tone with visible wood grain texture. It is fitted with a brown sageo cord tied at the kurikata and a small gold-tone kojiri cap at the tip.