T10 Carbon Steel Katana with Red Rayskin Saya - Tiger Tsuba, Black-Red Cord Wrap

The blade on this katana is forged from T10 carbon steel and hand-finished to reveal a natural hamon line running the length of the edge. The chrome-polished surface catches light cleanly, letting the temper pattern show clearly without embellishment. At 40.55 inches overall with a 1.259-inch width at the base, the geometry follows classic katana proportions - narrow enough to draw cleanly, substantial enough to feel intentional in hand.

The tsuka is wrapped in a traditional diamond pattern using black cord over real rayskin samegawa, with the red underlayer visible through each opening in the wrap. The result is a handle that reads as black at a glance but reveals its red-black layering up close. A full tang runs the complete length of the grip, keeping the 2.8 lb weight balanced rather than tip-heavy.

The brown-gold copper tsuba is this sword's most distinctive element. A sculpted tiger stands in raised relief against a darkened, textured background - the gold tone of the figure contrasting sharply with the deep brown surround. The fittings carry matching gold-tone menuki accents visible along the handle wrap, tying the koshirae together visually.

The red pearl rayskin saya is the visual anchor of the set. The small-grain rayskin texture catches light across its surface, giving the red a depth that painted wood cannot replicate. Real horn koiguchi and kojiri finish both ends, and the braided black-red sageo cord ties off through the kurikata with enough length to secure at the obi. Collectors interested in similar red saya configurations can browse the Red Leather Scabbard Katana collection for additional reference points.

Overall dimensions measure 40.55 inches in length, 1.259 inches in width, and 0.275 inches in blade thickness, shipping at 3.3 lb. This piece is built for display and handling appreciation rather than functional use, and pairs well with other pieces in the Green T10 Carbon Steel Katana series if you are building a themed display.