Product Details

The blade is forged from high manganese steel and finished in a deep blue polish that runs from habaki to tip. A crisp hamon line traces the edge, and a hand-applied wave engraving decorates the flat of the blade, giving the steel a sense of motion even at rest. The result is a visually arresting piece that highlights the craftsmanship behind a properly finished manganese steel blade.

The tsuka is built on a hardwood core wrapped with PU white samegawa, then hand-laced with teal cord in a tightly spaced diamond pattern. The white samegawa shows cleanly through each opening, creating a high-contrast grid that gives the handle both texture and a distinct color identity. Two matching teal menuki are seated beneath the wrap at traditional positions.

The tsuba is a black circular iron guard with geometric cutout windows - an open lattice design that frames the blade base while keeping the silhouette clean. A polished gold-tone fuchi collar sits between tsuba and handle wrap, tying the metalwork together with a warm accent against the cooler blue-and-teal palette. If you enjoy exploring different tsuba styles, browse the Dark Blue Rayskin Saya Japanese Samurai Swords collection for additional koshirae combinations.

The saya is crafted from hardwood and finished with a premium natural lacquer in deep cobalt blue, showing subtle speckle texture across the surface that catches light differently at each angle. A two-tone blue-and-brown sageo cord is tied at the kurikata, with the knotwork left visible as a decorative element at the mouth of the scabbard. For other pieces in this steel family, the Blue Blade Manganese Steel Katana collection offers close variants worth comparing.

At 41 inches overall and 3 lb, this katana is sized for full display on a wall mount or stand. Full-tang construction, complete koshirae fittings, and a blue lacquer saya make this a coherent, finished piece suited for serious collectors and display-focused enthusiasts alike. Sword stand not included.

  • Forged from high manganese steel, the blue-finished blade features a visible hamon line and a distinctive wave engraving along the flat - a dramatic detail that sets this katana apart from standard display pieces.
  • Full-tang construction runs the blade steel continuously through the hardwood handle core, ensuring solid structural integrity from tip to pommel across the full 41-inch overall length.
  • The teal silk cord tsuka-ito is hand-wrapped over PU white samegawa in a traditional diamond pattern, creating strong contrast against the gold fuchi fitting and black-and-gold geometric iron tsuba.
  • A black circular tsuba with geometric cutouts and a gold-tone fuchi frames the transition between blade and handle, adding visual depth and a classic koshirae-style aesthetic.
  • The hardwood saya is finished in deep blue natural lacquer with a speckled texture, paired with a two-tone blue-and-brown sageo cord tied at the kurikata for a cohesive, gallery-worthy presentation.
  • Overall length 41 inches, shipping weight 4 lb - designed for display and collection, complete koshirae fittings included.

Specification

Product Specifications
Item NumberTK-JP-DL20074
Primary ColorBlue
Primary MaterialManganese Steel
Saya ColorBlue
Saya MaterialHardwood Lacquer
Tsuka ColorTeal
Nagasa ColorBlue
Sageo ColorBlue-brown
Tsuba ColorBlack-gold
Tsuba ThemeGeometric
Nagasa HamonYes
Blade EngravingWave
StyleKoshirae
Dimensions41 Inches
Weight3.0 Pounds
Packing Size43 x 4 x 4 Inches
Shipping Weight4.0 Pounds

Frequently Asked Questions

What steel is used and does it have a hamon?
The blade is forged from high manganese steel with a blue finish. It features a visible hamon line along the edge and a wave engraving on the flat - both are part of the hand-finishing process on this specific piece.
What does the wave engraving on the blade look like?
The wave engraving runs along the flat of the blue-finished blade in a flowing, irregular pattern. Combined with the white hamon line at the edge, it creates a layered visual effect that reads clearly against the deep blue steel.
How do the tsuba and saya colors coordinate on this katana?
The black iron tsuba with geometric cutouts and gold fuchi anchor the transition point. The saya is hardwood in deep cobalt blue lacquer, and the sageo cord is two-tone blue-brown - a deliberate palette that unifies the teal handle wrap with the blue blade and scabbard.

Customer Reviews(2)

Jeff Wright Wisconsin, United States
Feb 22, 2021 17:28

Sword was a gift for my daughter and she LOVED it. Was even better in person.