Manganese Steel Blue Flame Tanto with Hand-Painted Wolf Saya in White - Gold Tsuba Collectible Sword

This manganese steel tanto features a full tang blade finished in a deep blue with a dramatic flame-style hamon line running along the edge. Hardened to 62 HRC, the blade holds a refined edge while the blue coloring adds striking visual contrast against the white fittings. The overall length sits at 21.65 inches with the nagasa measuring 28.74 inches, making it a compact yet visually commanding piece.

The tsuka is wrapped in white ito cord over black real rayskin, spanning 10.62 inches for a balanced proportion relative to the blade. The white wrapping is tightly wound in a traditional crosshatch pattern, with gold menuki accent pieces visible beneath the cord. The rayskin provides texture and reinforcement beneath the wrap, and the full tang construction ensures the blade and handle form a single integrated unit.

The tsuba is a gold-tone alloy piece with an open lattice or cracked-ice pattern, flanked by engraved silver habaki and seppa fittings. This open design gives the guard a distinctive look that pairs well with the white and gold theme of the overall sword. For collectors interested in similar blue-bladed designs, the Blue Flame Theme Blade Hamidashi collection offers related styles.

The white hardwood saya is the standout element of this tanto. Its matte surface serves as a canvas for a bold hand-painted illustration of a wolf rendered in black ink and red accents. The artwork wraps around the body of the scabbard with visible brushstroke texture, creating a one-of-a-kind visual impact. A gold sageo cord ties at the kurikata, adding a final color accent that matches the tsuba tone.

Weighing 1.54 lbs, this tanto is built for display and collection. The combination of blue flame blade, painted wolf saya, and white-gold fittings gives it a cohesive aesthetic that stands apart from standard designs. Those exploring other Manganese Steel Tanto options will find this piece offers a distinctly artistic take on the traditional form.