Damascus Steel Katana with Dragon-Carved Dark Red Saya - Gold Lion Tsuba, Black-Red Ito

The blade on this katana is forged from folded damascus steel, with a visible wave-pattern hamon running the length of the edge. The layered steel creates a flowing grain texture on the flat that shifts with the light - no two swords come out exactly the same, which is part of what makes each piece genuinely individual. Blade width measures 1.26 in with an overall length of 40.5 in and a total weight of 2.88 lb. If you're drawn to Darkred Damascus Steel Katana styles, this one delivers the full visual package.

The tsuka is wrapped in black cord using a traditional diagonal cross pattern over red PU samegawa, creating a high-contrast diamond grid along the grip. The full tang runs through the entire handle length, secured by copper fittings and a mekugi pin, keeping the assembly solid under handling.

The tsuba is cast in a gold-and-black lion motif - a rounded square guard with sculptural relief depicting a lion figure surrounded by flowing cloud elements. The gold tones are warm and matte-finished, standing out cleanly against the black cord wrapping of the tsuka.

The saya is hardwood finished in deep dark red lacquer, with carved dragon relief work etched across the surface in black. The pattern runs the full length of the scabbard, giving it a layered visual depth under light. A black sageo cord is knotted at the koiguchi opening, adding a traditional finishing detail. For a broader look at similar Red Japanese Katana styles, the collection covers a range of color and material options.

Packaged at 42 x 4 x 4 in with a shipping weight of 4 lb. Each sword is individually handmade by experienced swordsmiths, so minor variations in grain pattern and finish are expected and part of the character. Sword stand not included.