Damascus Steel Katana with Dark Red Blade - Flame Engraving, Black-Gold Tsuba, Brown-Red Handle

The blade on this katana is forged from Damascus steel, producing the layered, flowing surface pattern that distinguishes Damascus construction from single-steel pieces. The nagasa carries a dark red finish with hand-etched flame engravings along its length, and a visible hamon line traces the edge from tip to base. At 40.5 inches overall with a 1.26-inch blade width, the proportions follow traditional katana geometry while the full-tang build keeps everything aligned from tip to pommel. For collectors interested in Red Damascus Katana designs, this piece represents a strong example of how color and engraving work together in the koshirae style.

The tsuka is wrapped in brown-red ito cord over red samegawa, the diamond wrap pattern tightly executed and consistent across the full grip length. Alloy fuchi and kashira fittings in a matching finish cap both ends of the handle, giving the assembly a unified look without visual gaps between components.

The tsuba is a square-rounded alloy piece finished in black and gold. An ornate scroll design covers both faces, with fine line etching that catches light at different angles. The habaki sits cleanly between tsuba and blade, and the overall koshirae assembly is cohesive across all metal components.

The saya is shaped from hardwood and finished in dark red lacquer, matching the blade's color tone closely. A brown sageo cord is attached and tied at the kurigata, the knot work traditional in style. The lacquer surface is smooth and even, and the fit between saya and blade is snug. For additional options in this finish range, the Darkred Damascus Steel Katana collection includes related configurations.

Total length is 40.5 inches, blade width 1.26 inches, blade thickness 0.275 inches, and the sword weighs 3.17 lb. Each piece is individually assembled by hand, so minor variation in wrap tension or lacquer tone is expected between units. The sword stand is not included.