1095 Carbon Steel Red Katana with Gold Chrysanthemum Tsuba - Full Tang, Black Cord Handle

The blade runs 28.74 inches and is forged from manganese steel with a 1095 carbon steel composition, heat-treated to 62 HRC for lasting edge retention. A natural hamon line traces the length of the blade, the result of differential hardening during the finishing process. The chrome-polished surface reflects cleanly under light, and the hand-finished edge carries a refined sharpness consistent with traditional Japanese sword geometry.

The tsuka measures 10.62 inches and is built over a full tang core for structural integrity throughout the entire length of the sword. Genuine black rayskin - real samegawa - forms the underlayer beneath a tight black cotton cord wrap. The diamonds of rayskin visible through the wrap are a hallmark of traditional koshirae construction, offering both grip texture and visual depth. For collectors exploring 1095 High Carbon Steel Katana Sword options, this tsuka build represents a well-executed execution of classic handle assembly.

The gold alloy tsuba is cast in a chrysanthemum theme - a motif with deep roots in Japanese court culture and samurai aesthetics. Floral reliefs cover both faces of the tsuba in fine detail, and the warm gold tone is carried through the fuchi and kashira fittings to create a unified hardware palette. The tsuba functions as both a hand guard and a visual centerpiece, balancing ornate craftsmanship with traditional form.

The saya is shaped from hardwood and finished in a matte red lacquer with visible dark speckle patterning across the surface, giving it a distinctive aged texture rather than a flat color. At 29.92 inches, it fits the blade with a precise fit at the koiguchi. A braided black sageo cord is knotted at the kurikata, providing contrast against the red lacquer and completing the black-and-red color scheme that runs through the full sword. This piece fits naturally within the Blood Red Katana Sword category for collectors drawn to that specific aesthetic.

Overall length is 40.15 inches with a shipping weight of 3.3 lbs. The koshirae-style fittings, full tang construction, 62 HRC blade hardness, and matched red-and-gold visual theme make this a well-specified piece for display or collection use.