Tamahagane Steel Katana with Clay Tempered Hamon Blade in Black Lacquer Saya - Dragon Tsuba Brown-Gold Sageo

The blade on this katana is forged from tamahagane steel and clay tempered to produce a genuine hamon - the undulating temper line is clearly visible along the high-polish chrome nagasa. Full-tang construction runs the steel continuously through the handle core, contributing to the 3 lb overall balance and eliminating flex at the habaki junction. Hand-finishing brings the edge to a refined, consistent bevel from kissaki to machi. Browse the full Tamahagane Steel Katana collection to compare construction methods across the range.

The tsuka measures as part of a 41-inch overall assembly and is wrapped in brown cord using the traditional knot-paper method, with diamond-shaped gaps that expose the genuine white samegawa beneath. Real ray skin provides the textured, non-slip base layer that defines authentic koshirae construction. The wrap pattern is consistent and tight throughout, with no loose sections visible at either the kashira or fuchi ends.

The black tsuba is cast iron, hand-carved with a dragon theme - the relief detail on each face shows individual scales, claws, and a coiled body posture. Black finish on the iron creates strong contrast against the brown tsuka wrap above and the chrome nagasa below. The menuki seated beneath the wrap adds a secondary decorative element consistent with the dragon motif of the fittings.

The saya is crafted from hardwood finished in a deep black natural lacquer coat, providing a hard, moisture-resistant surface. The brown-and-gold braided sageo exits at the kurikata and is finished in a decorative multi-strand tassel knot - the color contrast between the dark maroon-brown cord body and the yellow braid strand is clearly visible in the close-up product images. Blade retention in the saya is firm with no rattle.

Overall length is 41 in, blade width 1.259 in, blade thickness 0.275 in, and total weight is 3 lb. The piece ships in a 43 x 4 x 4 in package at 4 lb shipping weight. Designed for collectors and enthusiasts interested in Authentic Tamahagane Katana construction and traditional koshirae fittings. Sword stand is not included.