Blue Blade Katana in Manganese Steel with White Dragon Tsuba - Dark Blue Ito Full Tang Replica

The blade on this katana is forged from manganese steel and finished with a striking blue gradient that transitions from a deep cobalt near the spine to a brighter edge, with a well-defined hamon line tracing the full length. A raging-fire style edge profile adds texture and visual depth that photographs distinctly from standard mirror-polished blades. The steel has been precision-finished for consistent hardness and surface quality across the 40.5-inch overall length.

The tsuka is wrapped in dark navy ito over a white PU samegawa base, forming the classic diamond pattern that keeps each wrap section uniform and tight. The navy cord color is consistent with the sageo attached to the saya, creating a cohesive dark-blue-and-white color story throughout the koshirae. Full tang construction runs the entire length of the handle, connecting blade and hilt without interruption.

The tsuba is cast in alloy and finished in white with a carved dragon motif in high relief - waves, scales, and cloud forms spread across the guard's face in a style that references classical Japanese decorative arts. A gold-tone habaki and collar fitting separate the tsuba from the ito wrap, providing a warm metallic accent against the cool blue and white palette. Explore more designs in our Traditional Samurai Sword collection.

The saya is constructed from hardwood and finished in a smooth black lacquer coat that resists minor scratches and provides a clean contrast to the blue blade when drawn. A dark blue sageo cord is knotted at the kurigata, echoing the ito color for a unified look. The lacquer finish gives the scabbard a polished, gallery-ready appearance suitable for wall mounting or stand display.

At 40.5 inches overall, 1.26 inches wide, and 3.17 pounds, this piece sits in a range that serious collectors find well-proportioned for display or koshirae study. If you prefer a similar color palette on a different build, our Dark Blue Samurai Sword collection offers additional options. Note: sword stand not included.