Damascus Steel Katana with Red Cord Handle, Gold Dragon Tsuba in Black-Orange Dragon Saya

The blade of this katana is forged from folded Damascus steel, producing the layered grain pattern visible along the chrome-finished nagasa. A genuine hamon line traces the edge, the result of the hand-finishing process applied to the full tang blade. The steel's folded construction - sometimes called melaleuca or folded pattern steel - gives the surface its distinctive flowing texture that shifts in light. Collectors interested in the full range of folded Damascus work can explore the Folded Damascus Steel Katana collection for additional options.

The tsuka is wrapped in red cord over a foundation of genuine white samegawa (ray skin). The traditional diamond-pattern ito wrap is executed with consistent spacing, and the contrast between the bright red cord and the white ray skin nodes creates a bold visual rhythm along the handle. Copper fittings at the fuchi and kashira complete the handle assembly.

The gold-tone tsuba is cast with a three-dimensional dragon motif - the dragon form wraps the guard's face with raised relief detail, while openwork fretwork fills the body of the tsuba beneath. The warm gold finish sits at the junction of blade and handle, anchoring the color contrast between the chrome blade, red tsuka, and the dramatic saya below.

The hardwood saya is lacquered in deep black with scattered orange and red speckle work covering the full length of the scabbard - a finish that evokes embers or scattered flame. A sculpted dragon winds along the saya's surface as a raised decorative element, reinforcing the dragon theme carried through the tsuba. A black sageo cord is attached for traditional carry. The overall piece measures 41 inches in length and ships at 5 lbs. For collectors drawn to bold handle colorways, the Red Handle Katana collection brings together additional options with red tsuka treatments.

This katana is presented as a full koshirae collectible replica with hand-finished details across blade, fittings, and saya. Note: sword stand or holder is not included.