1060 Carbon Steel Katana with White Tsuka, Black Lacquer Saya in Floral Pattern

The blade is forged from 1060 carbon steel and finished to a polished chrome surface, running a full 40.55 inches overall at 1.259 inches wide and 0.275 inches thick. The full-tang construction carries the steel through the entire handle core, keeping the 2.8 lb weight centered and the profile stable whether mounted on a stand or drawn from the saya. Explore the full range of 1060 Katana to see how this steel grade compares across different builds.

The tsuka is wrapped in white cotton ito over a black samegawa base, following the traditional diamond-pattern binding. Gold-tone menuki hardware is visible through the gaps in the wrap, adding a warm metallic detail against the white cord. The hardwood handle core keeps the grip rigid, and the tight ito binding provides consistent hand contact from habaki to kashira.

The tsuba is a round, ribbed alloy piece finished in white with engraved scroll and cloud motifs across the face. The chrysanthemum-inspired silhouette - full, layered, and symmetrical - anchors the transition between blade and handle. The seppa on either side are gold-toned alloy, creating a subtle warm accent between the white tsuba and the polished steel habaki.

The saya is built from hardwood lacquered in deep gloss black, with hand-painted white floral and vine motifs decorating the upper body of the scabbard. The grey koiguchi (mouth fitting) provides a clean contrast trim at the entry point, while a black sageo cord is attached at the kurikata for traditional carry or display suspension. The overall black-and-white color story runs consistently from saya to fittings to tsuka wrap.

At 2.8 lbs and just over 40 inches, this katana sits at a display-forward scale without sacrificing structural integrity. The full-tang build, lacquered hardwood saya, and hand-painted floral saya work together as a cohesive koshirae set. If you are considering comparable pieces at accessible price points, the Cheap Katana collection covers a range of well-built options for new collectors and enthusiasts alike.