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 Damascus Steel Katana 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.

Part of our Red Damascus Katana collection.