Dragon Head Handle Katana - Spring Steel Full Tang Sword with Embossed Dragon Saya in Black and Gold

This full tang katana features a spring steel blade measuring 28.74 inches with a chrome-polished finish and a hardness rating of 58 HRC. The steel is hand-forged and finished to a clean, reflective surface with a subtle taper toward a well-defined kissaki, visible in the detailed tip geometry.

The tsuka extends 10.23 inches and is wrapped in black cord over white rayskin, providing both texture and grip security. At the pommel end, a sculpted dragon head kashira in dark metal adds three-dimensional detail, with layered scales and open jaws forming the terminal of the handle.

A real copper tsuba in a star-shaped openwork design serves as the handguard, with a gold-finished habaki seated at the blade collar. The tsuba's dark patina and geometric cutouts contrast with the gold accent, creating a layered visual effect that bridges handle and blade. This piece fits naturally among the broader Dragon Katana collection.

The hardwood saya is coated in piano lacquer with a high-gloss black base. Across its surface, a deeply embossed dragon relief winds through swirling clouds, rendered in gold, copper, and silver tones. The dimensional carving catches light at every angle, making the scabbard a standout display element on its own. For those drawn to dragon-themed craftsmanship, the Dragon Theme Blade Japanese Samurai Swords collection offers additional styles.

A copper-toned sageo with black-white braided cord is tied at the kurikata, complementing the warm metallic palette of the saya's relief work. The overall sword measures 41 inches in length and weighs 4.4 lbs, with a shipping package of 43 x 4 x 4 inches at 4 lbs. Sword stand or holder is not included.