1045 Carbon Steel Katana with Red Blade - Black Cord Handle, Bronze Tsuba, Black Lacquer Saya

The blade on this katana is forged from 1045 carbon steel and finished in a deep crimson red that runs the full length of the nagasa. A clearly defined hamon traces the edge in a flowing white wave pattern - visible in both the main image and the close-up detail shot - creating sharp contrast against the red body of the blade. At 41 inches overall and 3 pounds, the proportions sit in the traditional katana range, offering solid presence without excessive weight. Full tang construction runs the steel through the entire handle core. Browse the full Colored Blade Katana collection for more options in this style.

The tsuka is wrapped in black cord over a red-black mixed base layer, using a tight diamond pattern that holds firm under use. Red lacquered same (rayskin) panels are visible between the wrap gaps, adding texture and a flash of color at the handle. A gold-toned menuki ornament is set beneath the cord near the guard - a small detail visible in the close-up image that adds finishing quality to the overall build. The handle is capped with a matching black kashira.

The bronze tsuba is round and slightly domed with an aged, textured surface that shows hand-worked detailing. It sits between a white habaki collar and the tsuka, locking cleanly in place without lateral play. The metal tone reads as warm antique bronze rather than polished brass, keeping the color palette grounded against the red and black of the rest of the sword.

The saya is constructed from hardwood with a high-gloss black lacquer coat that gives it a deep, near-mirror finish. A black sageo cord is knotted at the kurigata in a traditional style, hanging evenly on both sides. The black-on-black combination of saya and sageo keeps the sheath clean and focused, letting the red blade do the visual work when the sword is drawn. For similar builds, see the Red 1045 Carbon Steel Katana collection.

Overall dimensions: 41 inches length, 1.259 inches width, 0.275 inches height, 3 lbs. Ships in a 43 x 4 x 4 inch package at 4 lbs. Sword stand not included.