Manganese Steel Katana with Black-Gold Phoenix Saya and White Ito Handle - 41 in. Replica

The blade of this katana is forged from manganese steel and finished to a polished chrome surface that catches light cleanly along its curve. A full-tang construction runs the full length of the handle, giving the 41-inch piece a stable, well-distributed feel at 3 pounds. The hamon line is visible along the edge, adding a traditional detail to the overall profile.;

The tsuka is wrapped in white cotton ito over a white ray-skin (samegawa) foundation. The diamond-pattern wrap sits flush and even from habaki to kashira, with a natural bone-toned buffalo horn collar at the base. This black-and-white handle contrast is one of the most visually striking elements of the piece, and it connects this katana to the broader tradition of Japanese Sword koshirae styling.

The silver-tone alloy tsuba centers the design with an open-work chrysanthemum pattern - petal outlines cut through the circular guard in overlapping layers. The metalwork is detailed enough to read clearly from arm's length, making it a strong visual anchor between blade and handle.

The hardwood saya is finished in high-gloss black lacquer with a hand-painted gold phoenix scene across the middle section. The phoenix imagery - rendered with floral accents and flowing tail feathers in warm gold against deep black - gives this scabbard a distinct character. Collectors drawn to Flower Theme Saya Japanese Samurai Swords will find the combination of phoenix and floral motifs here particularly well-executed. A white sageo cord ties at the mouth of the saya, echoing the handle wrap and pulling the color story together.

Overall dimensions: 41 inches in length, 3 pounds, packaged in a 43 x 4 x 4 inch box at a shipping weight of 4 pounds. Presented in koshirae style. Sword stand or holder is not included.

Part of our High Manganese Steel katana collection.