High Manganese Steel Katana with Yellow Lacquered Hardwood Saya - Beige Cord Handle, Geometric Tsuba

The blade on this katana is forged from high manganese steel and finished with a visible hamon line along the edge - the temper pattern catches light differently across the polished chrome surface, giving each piece a distinct character. The nagasa runs 41 inches total and sits at a traditional curve, consistent with classic koshirae proportions.

The tsuka is wrapped in beige cord over a black ray-skin base, creating the diamond-pattern negative space typical of traditional Japanese handle construction. The wrap is firm and even, with no loose sections, and the full tang runs straight through for structural integrity across the full 4 lb assembly.

The gray iron tsuba features a geometric lattice cutout design - a pattern that reads as both minimalist and detailed depending on viewing angle. Gold-tone fittings at the habaki and collar bridge the gray tsuba and the warm beige handle without visual conflict.

The saya is crafted from hardwood with a high-gloss yellow lacquer finish, one of the most visually striking color choices in Yellow Hardwood Japanese Samurai Swords. A dark navy sageo cord is knotted at the kurigata, adding contrast that grounds the bright yellow body. The lacquer surface is smooth and uniform with no visible brush marks or drips.

At 41 inches overall and 4 lbs, this piece ships in a 43 x 4 x 4 inch package at 5 lbs. It belongs in any curated collection of Yellow Manganese Steel Katana pieces - the color combination of yellow, beige, navy, and gray makes it one of the more color-coordinated options in this category. Sword stand not included.