1095 Carbon Steel Katana with Red Blade, Wave Engraving - Black-Gold Lacquer Saya

The blade of this katana is forged from 1095 carbon steel and given a striking red finish across the full nagasa. A hand-engraved wave pattern runs along the blade's length, paired with a visible hamon line that traces the edge - two details that turn the steel itself into the primary visual statement. The red tone deepens toward the tip, giving the kissaki a concentrated, vivid finish that photographs as dramatically as it looks in person.

The tsuka is wrapped in black PU samegawa under tightly hand-bound black ito cord, forming a clean diamond pattern along the grip. Menuki accents are seated beneath the wrap, adding subtle relief underhand. The handle construction is full-tang, meaning the steel runs continuously from blade through grip - a structural choice that keeps the entire piece solid and balanced at 3 lbs across 41 inches total length.

The gold ornate scroll tsuba is cast in alloy with an openwork design that lets light pass through its lattice-cut surface. Against the red blade and black handle, the gold finish creates a deliberate three-color contrast that defines the koshirae aesthetic of this build. The fuchi and kashira fittings continue the black-and-gold theme without interruption.

The saya is the most visually complex element of this set. Crafted from hardwood and finished in premium natural lacquer, it transitions from deep black at the koiguchi to a bright gold-white burst at the center, then back to black toward the kojiri - with fine gold speckle scattered across the entire surface. This gradient effect makes the scabbard read differently under every lighting condition. A black sageo cord is attached at the kurigata for traditional carry presentation. For collectors drawn to the Red Blade Japanese Samurai Swords category, the saya alone makes this piece stand apart from standard lacquer builds.

At 41 inches overall and 3 lbs, this katana ships in a 43 x 4 x 4-inch package at 4 lbs. It sits within the Darkred 1095 Carbon Steel Katana collection - a focused group of red-blade builds sharing the same steel grade and koshirae-style fittings. No sword stand is included.