Damascus Steel Tachi Sword with Brown Saya, Black-Gold Floral Tsuba & Full Tang Blade

The blade on this tachi is forged from folded damascus steel, producing a layered grain pattern across the surface that shifts with the light. A hamon line runs along the edge, marking the transition from the hardened cutting edge to the body of the blade - a visual hallmark of traditional Japanese sword construction. The chrome-finish polish along the nagasa brings out the steel's natural contrast and keeps the surface crisp. At 41 inches overall, the proportions follow the longer tachi profile rather than a standard katana.

The tsuka is wrapped in brown ito cord over a white ray-skin (samegawa) base, using a traditional diamond-pattern wrap that provides both grip texture and visual structure. Silver-tone menuki details are set beneath the ito at intervals along the handle. The fuchi and kashira are finished in silver, framing the wrap cleanly at both ends.

The tsuba is one of the most detailed elements of this koshirae. Cast in alloy with a black-and-gold finish, it features an open geometric lattice cut through the body - referencing classic Japanese openwork (sukashi) guard design - with four gold floral ornaments positioned at the cardinal points of the rim. The gold border ring ties the guard to the gold accents elsewhere on the fittings. Collectors drawn to Damascus Odachi swords will recognize the tsuba style as a recurring element in premium koshirae presentation.

The saya is built from hardwood and finished in a natural lacquer that reads as a warm reddish-brown under direct light. The surface has a fine-grain texture that adds depth without being ornate. Kurikata and koiguchi fittings are finished in gold-accent alloy matching the tsuba hardware. The brown sageo cord is thick-braided and secured with leather loops and tan leather kojiri accents - the cord knot work visible in the profile view is part of the standard koshirae carry presentation. This piece sits naturally within the broader Long Odachi category for collectors seeking full-length tachi-format swords.

Overall length is 41 inches and the piece ships at 4 lbs in a 43 x 4 x 4-inch package. The sword stand is not included. This is a full koshirae tachi replica intended for collection and display.