1045 Carbon Steel Katana with Blue Cord Handle, Gold Dragon Tsuba in Black Lacquer Saya

The blade is forged from 1045 carbon steel and runs full-tang through the handle for structural integrity from tip to pommel. A visible hamon line traces the edge of the chrome-polished surface, giving the blade its characteristic contrast between the bright edge and the mirror-polished flat. At 41 inches overall, the proportions follow traditional katana geometry.

The handle assembly is built on a hardwood core wrapped with PU white samegawa - an imitation ray skin that provides the textured base layer for the tsuka-ito. Vibrant blue cord is then wound in the traditional diamond-gap pattern over the samegawa, with gold-toned menuki ornaments visible beneath the crossings. The result is a crisp blue-and-white handle with warm gold accents that immediately draws the eye.

The tsuba is cast from alloy in a gold tone and features a fully sculpted dragon relief - scales, claws, and coiling body rendered across the face of the guard. For collectors drawn to mythological themes, this piece sits alongside other designs in the Dragon Katana Sword category, where dragon motifs are interpreted across multiple guard styles and finishes.

The saya is shaped from hardwood and finished in a matte black lacquer coat that absorbs light rather than reflecting it, lending the scabbard a quiet, understated presence. A blue sageo cord is tied at the kurigata, directly echoing the handle wrap color and unifying the full assembly. The blue-and-black combination runs consistently from sageo to tsuka-ito, giving this koshirae a deliberate, coordinated aesthetic.

For collectors building a koshirae-focused display or exploring Black 1045 Katana options at this construction tier, this piece offers a distinctive color identity - royal blue handle and sageo against matte black saya - anchored by a gold dragon tsuba that functions as the visual centerpiece. Note: sword stand or holder is not included.