1060 Carbon Steel Katana with Purple Tsuka Wrap and Crane-Print Hardwood Saya

The blade on this katana is forged from 1060 high carbon steel and hand-finished to reveal a distinct hamon line running along its length. The polished chrome surface catches light cleanly, showing the gentle curvature and fine tip geometry that define traditional Japanese sword geometry. At 41 inches overall, the proportions sit well within classic katana range, and the full tang construction ensures the steel runs uninterrupted from tip through handle. Collectors browsing our 1060 Katana collection will recognize this steel grade as a solid mid-range carbon choice valued for its balance of edge retention and workability.

The tsuka is wrapped in purple cotton tsuka-ito over black PU samegawa, wound in a tight diamond pattern with paired menuki visible beneath each crossing. The contrast between the deep purple cord and the dark ray-skin base creates a layered visual texture that photographs well and holds its shape over time. A cream-toned horn habaki sits at the blade base, providing a clean visual break between the polished steel and the handle fittings.

The tsuba is a round plain alloy guard in black, keeping the fitting minimal and letting the handle and saya carry the visual identity of this piece. Its low-profile design does not interrupt the flow from tsuka to blade, which suits the overall koshirae style of this build.

The saya is made from hardwood with a lacquer finish, wrapped in a full-coverage crane-motif print that runs the entire length of the scabbard. The design features cranes rendered in black, yellow, red, and green against a white ground - a classic Japanese motif associated with longevity and refinement. A dark blue sageo cord ties at the kurigata with a neat knot, adding a deeper color anchor to the otherwise light saya. For more options in this style, see the Purple Handle Katana collection.

This katana ships at a total weight of 4 lb. in a 43 x 4 x 4 inch package. The sword itself weighs 3 lb. at 41 inches overall. It is presented in full koshirae fitting - tsuba, habaki, tsuka, and saya complete. A sword stand or display holder is not included and would need to be sourced separately.