Damascus Steel Katana with Dragon Engraving - Blue Ito, Dark Blue Lacquer Saya, Wave Tsuba

The blade on this katana is forged from damascus (pattern) steel, producing the characteristic layered grain pattern visible along the flat. A hand-finished dragon engraving runs the length of the blade, etched into the chrome-toned surface in fine detail. The full-tang construction runs from tip to pommel, giving the piece solid structural integrity suited for display and handling alike. If you appreciate the breadth of options in Damascus Steel Katana collections, this piece fits squarely within that tradition.

The tsuka is wrapped in blue ito over a blue pu samegawa base. The diamond pattern formed by the wrap is clean and evenly spaced, as seen in the product images. Gold-tone menuki accents sit beneath the ito at intervals, adding subtle metallic contrast to the deep blue wrap. The overall handle construction is firm and well-proportioned for the 41-inch overall length.

The tsuba is a round black alloy guard carved with a wave theme in raised relief. The detailing is intricate - rolling wave forms fill the face of the guard on both sides. The black finish gives it a subdued, serious character that pairs well with the gold habaki and brown wooden spacer visible just below it.

The saya is constructed from hardwood finished in dark blue lacquer, matching the handle's blue tones closely. The surface has a smooth, even sheen consistent with premium lacquer application. A dark blue sageo is attached and tied in a traditional decorative knot at the kurigata. The complete blue-on-blue color coordination across handle, saya, and sageo is what makes this piece visually distinctive. Browse more options in the Blue Pattern Steel Japanese Samurai Swords collection for comparable designs.

Overall length is 41 inches. The package measures 43 x 4 x 4 inches and ships at 4 lbs. Koshirae style fittings throughout. Sword stand is not included. Intended as a collectible replica piece.