Product Details

The blade is forged from high manganese steel and finished with a dark blue surface that carries a flowing hamon line along its length. At 41 inches overall and 3 pounds, the geometry balances reach with control, and the full-tang construction ensures the force transfers cleanly from blade to handle. The hand-finished edge reflects the work of experienced swordsmiths applying traditional techniques to each individual piece - minor specification variations from sword to sword are a natural result of that process.

The tsuka is built over a full tang core and wrapped in white ito cord in a classic diamond-pattern over black samegawa. The tight, even wrap provides a firm grip surface while keeping the handle visually consistent with the white-dominant color scheme. A copper-tone habaki sits at the blade collar, bridging the transition between the dark blade and the black iron tsuba.

The tsuba is a plain round black iron guard - no decorative relief, no piercing - which lets the contrast between the dark fittings and the white handle stand on its own. This restrained approach to the koshirae hardware keeps the overall assembly grounded in a traditional aesthetic without visual competition between components.

The saya is the most visually distinctive element of this piece. Constructed from hardwood and finished in white lacquer, it carries a hand-engraved dragon carved into the surface in black, with detailed scale and feather work running across the lower half of the scabbard. A purple sageo cord is knotted at the kurikata, adding a deep contrast accent against the white ground. This katana belongs alongside other pieces in the Blue Manganese Steel Japanese Samurai Swords collection.

At 3 pounds with a 41-inch overall length and a 43-inch package footprint, this katana is sized and weighted for display or serious collection. Each sword is individually handmade, so minor differences in finish and fitting are expected. The sword stand is not included.

  • Dark blue high manganese steel blade features a visible hamon line and a hand-finished edge, delivering refined sharpness across the full 41-inch length.
  • Full-tang construction runs the entire length of the handle, providing solid balance and structural integrity throughout the tsuka.
  • White hardwood lacquer saya is engraved with a detailed dragon motif in black ink, creating a bold visual contrast against the white lacquered surface.
  • White tsuka is wrapped in white cord over black ray-skin (samegawa), with a diamond-pattern ito wrap that keeps the grip secure and visually clean.
  • Black iron tsuba with a plain round profile pairs with a copper-tone habaki, anchoring the fittings in a restrained, traditional koshirae style.
  • Purple sageo cord tied at the kurikata adds a vivid accent that complements the white-and-blue color scheme of the overall assembly.

Specification

Product Specifications
Item NumberTK-JP-DL21228
Primary ColorBlue Blade
Primary MaterialManganese Steel
ThemesAnime Painting
Saya ColorWhite
Saya MaterialHardwood Lacquer
Saya ThemeDragon
Tsuka ColorWhite
Nagasa ColorDark Blue
Sageo ColorPurple
Tsuba ColorBlack
Tsuba ThemePlain
Nagasa HamonYes
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 high manganese steel, heat-treated to achieve durability and hardness, and finished with a dark blue surface that highlights the hamon line running along its length.
How long and heavy is this katana?
Overall length is 41 inches and the sword weighs 3 pounds. The full-tang construction distributes that weight evenly between blade and handle for balanced handling during display or collection.
What does the dragon engraving on the saya look like?
The white hardwood lacquer saya features a hand-engraved dragon in black across the lower half, with detailed scale and feather work. A purple sageo cord at the kurikata completes the white, black, and purple color scheme.

Customer Reviews(2)

John Pankey Colorado, United States
May 17, 2022 10:43

The sword is amazing. Craftsmanship is spectacular. The scabbard koi fish design it one of my favorite things about it.

Kimberly Marsh Pennsylvan, United States
May 12, 2021 04:35

Absolutely love everything about the Katana. The details are amazing. The sword holder is also wonderful. I definitely plan on ordering a Katana again.