Damascus Steel Katana with Red Lacquer Saya - Gold Tsuba, Red Ito Wrap, Kanji Engraving

The blade on this katana is forged from folded damascus steel, revealing a flowing layered grain pattern across the chrome-finished surface. Full tang construction extends through the entire handle assembly, giving the piece solid balance from tip to pommel. The hamon line is visible along the edge, a hallmark of the hand-finishing process applied by the swordsmiths who shaped this piece. If you appreciate the visual depth that folded steel brings to a Red Damascus Katana, this build delivers that character throughout.

The tsuka is wrapped in red cotton ito over a black PU samegawa base, creating a clean diamond pattern with strong color contrast. Gold-tone fittings - including the menuki accents visible beneath the wrap - tie the handle palette to the tsuba and collar hardware.

The tsuba is cast in a gold-tone ornate scroll design with openwork cutouts that frame the blade elegantly. The fuchi and kashira fittings continue the gold hardware theme, giving the full koshirae a unified, formal appearance that stands out against the red wrap.

The deep red lacquered hardwood saya is the visual centerpiece of this piece. Hand-engraved gold kanji characters run vertically along the body, accompanied by a circular longevity medallion motif near the center. A red sageo cord is knotted at the kurikata in a traditional style. The lacquer finish is smooth and consistent, adding depth to the crimson tone visible in the image. This saya pairs with the handle color for a cohesive red-and-gold aesthetic across the full Marble Damascus Steel Japanese Samurai Swords style range.

Overall length is 40.5 in with a blade width of 1.26 in and a finished weight of 3.17 lb. Packaged at 43.3 x 3.93 x 3.14 in for secure shipping. Because each sword is individually handcrafted, minor variations in the layering pattern, engraving placement, and wrap tension are natural to the process. Sword stand not included.