Manganese Steel Katana with Blue-White Ito, Koi Tsuba & Black Lacquer Saya - 41 Inch Replica

The blade on this katana is forged from manganese steel and finished to a bright chrome polish, producing a clean mirror-like surface from spine to edge. At 41 inches overall, the geometry follows a classic Japanese katana profile with a gradual curve and a defined tip. The full-tang construction extends from the blade through the entire handle, creating solid continuity between hilt and steel.

The tsuka is wrapped in blue-and-white ito laid over white samegawa (ray-skin), forming a tight diamond hishi pattern along the grip. The two-tone color contrast is bold and deliberate - blue cords crossing white provide both visual rhythm and a firm hand position during display or handling. Menuki accents are seated beneath the wrap at traditional positions.

The tsuba is cast in silver-tone alloy and shaped around a koi fish theme - sculpted waves curl around the guard while koi figures emerge from the details in relief. The execution is considerably more dimensional than stamped guards, and the silver finish ties directly into the chrome blade above it. A matching fuchi-kashira in the same silver alloy frames both ends of the tsuka.

The saya is built from hardwood and finished in a black lacquer with a speckled silver galaxy effect - fine metallic flecks are distributed across the full surface, catching ambient light and breaking up the flat black into something with depth. A blue-and-white sageo cord is attached at the kurigata, matching the tsuka wrap and completing the Black Scabbard Katana aesthetic from end to end.

Overall length is 41 inches with a shipping weight of 5 lb. The koshirae-style fittings, speckled lacquer saya, and koi tsuba make this a well-composed piece for collectors and enthusiasts seeking a katana with strong visual character. Sword stand not included.