Damascus Steel Tanto in Black Lacquer Saya - Gold Geometric Tsuba, Black Cord Handle, Hamon Blade

The blade is forged from Damascus manganese steel, heat-treated to 62 HRC and finished with a visible hamon line that traces the edge in a flowing wave pattern. At 28.74 inches, the nagasa carries the layered folded-steel surface texture that Damascus construction produces - light catches each striation differently, giving the polished chrome finish a quiet, living depth. The blade is sharpened and built full tang, with the steel running the full length of the sword to anchor the handle assembly.

The 10.62-inch tsuka is wrapped in black cotton cord over a foundation of real rayskin samegawa, also in black. The rayskin's natural nodule texture grips beneath the cord, while the tightly wound ito adds structure and control. Black menuki accents are visible through the wrap, completing a handle that reads as a single unified surface rather than a collection of parts.

The tsuba is cast from alloy in a gold-and-black two-tone finish. Its oval face is pierced with an open geometric lattice - the honeycomb-style cutouts are cleanly machined, letting the gold tone stand against the surrounding black fittings. This guard anchors the visual transition between the dark handle and the bright blade without overwhelming either. Collectors who favor bold hardware details will find it a strong centerpiece.

The matte black hardwood saya runs 29.92 inches and is sealed in natural lacquer that smooths the surface while preserving the wood grain beneath. Explore the full Black Damascus Steel Tanto collection for coordinating pieces in this finish. The black sageo is tied at the kurikata in a traditional braided knot that contrasts the saya's smooth lacquer with woven cord texture.

Overall length is 21.65 inches with a width of 1.259 inches and a total weight of 1.54 lb, making this tanto a compact, well-balanced piece suited to display or collection. Koshirae-style fittings are matched and finished consistently in matte black and gold throughout. For collectors interested in aikuchi-style tanto in similar materials, the Black Pattern Steel Aikuchi collection offers closely related options.