Product Details

The blade on this katana is forged from Damascus steel, with the folded-layer pattern visible across the entire length of the chrome-finished nagasa. A genuine hamon runs along the edge, the natural result of the differential hardening process applied during forging. At 40.5 inches overall and 1.26 inches wide at the base, the blade carries the proportions of classical Japanese swordsmithing without any visual shortcuts. Each piece is individually worked by experienced swordsmiths, so the pattern and hamon line differ slightly from sword to sword.

The tsuka is built on a full tang core that runs the complete length of the handle, wrapped in black ito cord over a foundation of genuine white ray-skin same. The diamond wrap pattern exposes the same beneath at regular intervals, a detail consistent with traditional koshirae construction. Alloy fittings at the menuki and fuchi add structural integrity and visual continuity with the rest of the mounting.

The tsuba is cast in a gold-and-black colorway with an open-lattice ornate scroll design - pierced metalwork that lets light pass through the negative space while the gilded surface catches it. The contrast between the warm gold tone and the dark fuchi and kashira hardware defines the character of this particular koshirae. Explore more options in our Damascus Samurai Sword collection if you want to compare Damascus-forged mountings side by side.

The saya is wrapped in genuine pearl rayskin with a stippled black finish, giving it a tactile texture that reads as both refined and durable. Real horn is used for both the koiguchi at the throat and the kojiri at the tip - traditional materials that seat and protect the blade correctly. A braided black sageo cord is knotted at the kurikata, completing the all-black color story of the scabbard. For collectors drawn to rayskin finishes across different colorways, the Gray Pattern Steel Japanese Samurai Swords collection offers related pieces worth comparing.

Overall dimensions: 40.5 in length, 1.26 in blade width, 0.275 in blade thickness, 3.17 lb. Shipping weight is 4.4 lb. The sword stand or holder is not included.

  • Blade forged from Damascus steel with a visible folded-layer pattern and a genuine hamon along the edge, finished to a bright chrome polish across the 28-inch nagasa.
  • Full tang construction runs the entire length of the black cord-wrapped tsuka, secured with white ray-skin same under the ito for a firm, authentic grip.
  • Gold-and-black ornate scroll tsuba in an open-lattice pierced design adds rich contrast between the gilded metalwork and the dark fittings at the habaki.
  • Pearl rayskin saya in black features a distinctive stippled texture, fitted with real horn koiguchi and kojiri and tied with a braided black sageo cord.
  • Overall length 40.5 in, blade width 1.26 in, weight 3.17 lb - proportions that reflect classical koshirae styling for serious collectors and display use.
  • Each sword is individually handcrafted by experienced swordsmiths, so the Damascus pattern and hamon line vary slightly, making every piece one-of-a-kind.

Specification

Product Specifications
Item NumberTK-JP-G10099
Primary ColorGray
Primary MaterialDamascus Steel
Saya ColorBlack
Saya MaterialRayskin
Tsuka ColorBlack
Nagasa ColorChrome
Sageo ColorBlack
Tsuba ColorGold-black
Tsuba ThemeOrnate Scroll
Nagasa HamonYes
StyleKoshirae
Dimensions40.5 x 1.3 x 0.3 Inches
Weight3.2 Pounds
Packing Size43.3 x 3.93 x 3.14 Inches
Shipping Weight4.4 Pounds

Frequently Asked Questions

What steel is the blade made from and does it have a real hamon?
The blade is forged from Damascus steel with a visible folded-layer pattern across the nagasa. It has a genuine hamon produced during the hardening process, not an etched or painted line. Blade width is 1.26 in and thickness is 0.275 in.
Is the full tang solid through the entire handle?
Yes - the full tang runs the complete length of the tsuka, secured under black ito cord wrapped over genuine white ray-skin same. This construction keeps the handle assembly tight and stable, consistent with traditional koshirae mounting standards.
What materials are used for the tsuba and saya?
The tsuba features a gold-and-black open-lattice ornate scroll design in pierced metalwork. The saya is covered in genuine pearl rayskin with a black stippled finish, fitted with real horn koiguchi and kojiri and tied with a braided black sageo cord.