1095 Carbon Steel Katana with White Alloy Tsuba - Black Saya & Black Cord Handle

The blade on this katana is forged from 1095 carbon steel, hardened to HRC 62 for a balance of edge retention and resilience. At 28.74 inches, the nagasa carries a hand-finished high-polish surface that brings out a mirror-like chrome sheen, while a distinct hamon line traces the length of the edge - a hallmark of traditional Japanese sword-making craft. Explore our full range of 1095 High Carbon Steel Katana options for comparable builds across different fittings.;

The full tang construction runs uninterrupted from blade tip through the 10.62-inch tsuka, providing the structural foundation expected of a properly built katana replica. The handle is wrapped in genuine real rayskin - black samegawa with its characteristic pebbly texture - then overlaid with tightly wound black cotton cord in the traditional diamond-pattern ito wrap. The result is a grip that feels secure in hand and looks precisely finished.

The tsuba is one of the most visually distinctive elements of this piece. Cast from alloy in a bold rounded shape, it is finished in white with an ornate scroll relief pattern worked around its surface. The white tsuba creates a deliberate contrast against the all-black handle and saya, drawing the eye naturally to the transition between blade and grip. Small gold-toned fittings at the habaki further bridge the color palette between the chrome blade and the white guard.

The saya is built from hardwood and finished in a matte black lacquer that gives the scabbard a clean, understated appearance. At 29.92 inches, it sheaths the full nagasa with a snug fit. A black sageo cord is attached at the kurikata and braided in the traditional style, completing the koshirae presentation. The overall silhouette - black saya, black handle, white tsuba - is graphic and intentional. Browse the Black 1095 Carbon Steel Katana collection for additional black-mounted builds in this steel.

Total overall length is 40.55 inches with a weight of 2.8 lbs, packaged in a fitted box measuring 42.5 x 3.9 x 3.5 inches. This katana replica is built in the koshirae style with attention to proportions and mounting details consistent with traditional Japanese sword furniture - suited for collectors, practitioners of iaido form study, or display as a piece of Japanese edged craft.