Tamahagane Steel Katana with Dragon Tsuba - Maroon Ito, White Sageo, Black Lacquer Saya

The blade on this katana is forged from tamahagane steel and runs full-tang through the handle for structural integrity from tip to pommel. A real hamon line traces the length of the blade - the visible result of the hand-finishing process applied during construction. The chrome-polished surface catches light cleanly, highlighting the geometry of the gentle curve and fine tip. For collectors interested in exploring the full range of Tamahagane Steel Katana options, this piece represents the koshirae style at its most detailed.

The tsuka is wrapped in maroon cotton ito using the knot paper wrap technique, with white samegawa underneath providing the textured underlayer traditional to Japanese sword handles. Small gold-tone menuki accents are visible through the diamond wrap pattern, adding fine detail at close inspection. The fuchi (collar) is finished in a warm copper tone that bridges the ito and the tsuba cleanly.

The tsuba is hand-carved from copper and finished in black, depicting a dragon in relief across its face. The dragon wraps across the guard's surface with enough detail to read clearly from arm's length - scales, claws, and form all defined. A thin gold accent ring seats the tsuba against the fuchi, adding a subtle contrast line between black and copper. Those drawn to this aesthetic will find the full Purple Dragon Katana Sword collection worth exploring.

The saya is constructed from hardwood and finished in a premium black lacquer, producing a deep gloss that reflects cleanly in display lighting. The white sageo cord is tied in a decorative bow knot at the guard end - a long length of braided white cord that contrasts sharply against the black saya body. The kojiri (end cap) is fitted flush in black, completing the clean monochrome line of the scabbard.

Overall length comes in at 41 inches with a blade width of 1.259 inches and spine thickness of 0.275 inches. The complete piece weighs 3 lbs, shipping at 4 lbs in a 43 x 4 x 4 inch package. The maroon, white, and black color combination across handle, sageo, and saya gives this katana a distinctive display presence whether mounted horizontally or displayed vertically.