Manganese Steel Katana with Black Lacquer Saya in Gold & Light Green Koshirae

The blade on this katana is forged from manganese steel and finished to a polished chrome surface that catches light cleanly from tip to full tang base. At 41 inches overall, the proportions follow a standard tachi-length profile - long enough to display prominently, balanced enough to handle without awkwardness. The steel shows no hamon line, consistent with the manganese construction and polish-focused finish.

The tsuka is wrapped in light green ito over a black ray-skin (same) base, giving the handle a textured grip beneath the cord. Gold-tone fuchi and kashira hardware frame each end of the handle, and a pair of dragon-themed menuki are set into the wrap on both sides. The overall handle construction reflects the koshirae style referenced in the product specification.

A round, plain gold-tone tsuba separates blade from handle. The design is clean and unadorned - a simple disc profile in warm gold that contrasts sharply against the chrome blade and the green ito above it. The metal finish is consistent with the alloy fittings used throughout the koshirae set.

The black hardwood lacquer saya is the most visually detailed component. A painted dragon motif in red and white sits near the koiguchi, and a column of kanji characters runs vertically up the body of the scabbard. The lacquer surface is smooth and even, with the artwork applied as an inset panel rather than a full wrap. A light green sageo cord is braided and looped at the kurigata, tying the handle and scabbard color scheme together. For collectors interested in Handwood Saya Japanese Samurai Swords, this piece sits within that tradition of lacquered hardwood construction.

This katana is a replica and collectible piece suited for display or koshirae study. Total length is 41 inches, weight is 3 lbs, and shipping weight is 4 lbs in a 43 x 4 x 4-inch package. It belongs to the broader Handmade Katana Sword category and is finished by hand throughout. Sword stand is not included.