1060 Carbon Steel Katana with Red Lacquered Hardwood Saya - Gold Peony Tsuba, Black-Red Tsuka

The blade on this katana is forged from 1060 carbon steel and hand-finished to a polished chrome tone. A defined hamon line traces the length of the nagasa, evidence of the heat-treatment process that gives the steel its character. At 40.5 inches overall with a 1.26-inch blade width, the proportions follow classical katana geometry without compromise.

The tsuka is wrapped in black cord ito over a red PU samegawa base, creating a bold two-tone pattern that tightens into a secure, traditional diamond wrap. Gold-tone alloy fittings at the kashira and habaki frame the handle construction and tie the color palette together with the tsuba.

The gold-tone alloy tsuba is cast in a peony motif - a flower long associated with honor and refinement in Japanese craft tradition. The design sits within the broader Darkred 1060 Carbon Steel Katana aesthetic: warm metallic accents against high-contrast red and black.

The hardwood saya is finished in glossy red lacquer with a gold mon medallion at mid-body. A black sageo cord wraps the kurigata in a neat braid, ready for display mounting or koshirae presentation. The lacquer finish is smooth and even, consistent with the premium natural lacquer saya construction standard.

At 2.88 lb with a 42-inch packaged length, this piece ships securely and displays cleanly on a standard katana stand - stand not included. For collectors drawn to bold red koshirae with classical Japanese hardware, this katana sits alongside our Red Folded Katana collection as a strong centerpiece choice.