Product Details

The blade is forged from damascus pattern steel, revealing a flowing layered grain across the full length of the nagasa. A visible hamon line traces the edge, while hand-engraved wave motifs run along the blade flat - details that reward close inspection and distinguish this piece within any Red Damascus Katana collection.

The tsuka is wrapped in black cord ito over a red ray-skin (samegawa) underlayer, producing a clean diamond pattern in two-tone black and red. The full tang construction runs the complete length of the handle for structural integrity throughout the fittings.

The gold-tone dragon tsuba is the visual centerpiece of the koshirae. Cast in copper alloy and finished with an antique patina, the guard features deeply relief-carved dragon imagery with cloud and wave elements on both faces - a fitting counterpoint to the wave engraving on the blade.

The saya is crafted from hardwood finished in red natural lacquer, with a speckled, textured surface that catches the light. A black sageo cord is knotted at the kurigata, providing the contrast that ties the handle and scabbard into a cohesive red-and-black presentation. This piece sits comfortably alongside other Multi-colored Pattern Steel Katana designs in terms of visual complexity.

Total length is 41 inches and the sword weighs 3 lbs. Ships in a 43 x 4 x 4 inch package with a shipping weight of 4 lbs. Sword stand not included.

  • Damascus pattern steel blade features a visible hamon line and hand-engraved wave motifs along the flat - each piece carries a unique layered grain distinct to folded steel construction.
  • Full tang construction with black cord ito over red ray-skin wrap (samegawa), creating a secure, traditional koshirae grip with striking two-tone contrast.
  • Gold-tone antique dragon tsuba cast in copper alloy showcases intricate relief carving - the dragon motif wraps the guard with fine sculptural detail rarely seen at this price point.
  • Red hardwood lacquer saya finished with rich texture and speckled depth, secured with a black sageo cord - the vivid red-and-black pairing anchors the sword's overall aesthetic.
  • Overall length 41 inches, weight 3 lbs, ships in a 43 x 4 x 4 inch package - proportioned for display and koshirae-style presentation.

Specification

Product Specifications
Item NumberTK-JP-XY20123
Primary ColorRed
Primary MaterialDamascus Steel
ThemesDragon Tsuba
Saya ColorRed
Saya MaterialHardwood Lacquer
Tsuka ColorBlack-red
Nagasa ColorChrome
Sageo ColorBlack
Tsuba ColorGold
Tsuba ThemeDragon
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 this katana blade made from?
The blade is forged from damascus pattern steel with a visible hamon line and hand-engraved wave motifs along the flat. Each blade shows a unique layered grain pattern inherent to the folded steel construction.
How is the handle of this katana constructed?
The tsuka uses a full tang build with black cord ito wrapped over a red samegawa (ray-skin) underlayer, forming a traditional diamond pattern. The two-tone black-and-red grip is part of the complete koshirae-style mounting.
What does the tsuba look like and what is the saya finish?
The tsuba is a gold-tone antique copper dragon guard with deeply carved relief imagery on both faces. The saya is red hardwood finished in natural lacquer with a speckled texture, paired with a black sageo cord.