Damascus Steel Katana with Gold Dragon Saya and Copper Dragon Tsuba in Black Piano Lacquer Finish

The blade of this katana is forged from folded Damascus steel, producing the distinctive layered pattern that runs visibly from habaki to kissaki. At 28.74 inches, the nagasa is hardened to 58 HRC and displays the characteristic rippling texture of pattern-welded steel. The tip shows clean geometry with visible Damascus layers all the way to the edge - a mark of thorough forging throughout the entire cross-section.

The tsuka measures 10.23 inches and is built on a full tang core wrapped in white rayskin beneath black cotton ito cord. The diamond-pattern wrap is tight and even, giving the handle both visual rhythm and functional grip. The contrast between white samegawa peeking through black cord creates a classic monochrome look that pairs well with the gold-accented fittings.

At the heart of the fittings sits a real copper tsuba finished in gold and silver tones. The guard features an intricate dragon scene rendered in dimensional relief - you can see scaled body curves and flowing whiskers carved into the metal surface. The gold habaki and matching fuchi-kashira complete the warm metallic accent line from guard to pommel. Collectors drawn to this style may also appreciate the broader Gold Dragon Tsuba Katana collection.

The 30.7-inch hardwood saya is finished in glossy black piano lacquer that serves as a dramatic backdrop for the hand-painted gold dragon stretching across its length. The dragon design covers much of the saya surface with flowing mane, claws, and flame details rendered in metallic gold. A black-white braided sageo wraps the kurikata, adding texture and completing the black-and-gold color story. For more saya artwork in this theme, browse the Dragon Theme Blade Katana collection.

At 40.5 inches overall and 2.88 lbs, this katana carries authentic proportions and balanced weight. Every component - from the Damascus steel blade to the copper dragon tsuba and lacquered dragon saya - works together as a cohesive display piece built around a bold black-and-gold palette with traditional Japanese dragon iconography.