Damascus Steel Katana with Real Hamon, Brown Rayskin Saya & Beige Tsuka - Chrysanthemum Tsuba

The blade on this katana is forged from Damascus steel, its folded-layer pattern running the full length of the chrome-polished surface. A genuine hamon line traces the edge - not printed or etched, but formed through the tempering process itself - creating a distinct visual boundary between the hardened edge and the softer spine. The full-tang construction runs uninterrupted from tip to pommel, giving the piece its 3 lb balance and structural integrity. Blade dimensions measure 41 in overall, 1.259 in wide, and 0.275 in thick.

The tsuka is built on a real white samegawa (rayskin) foundation, its pebbly texture providing both grip texture and a clean ivory-white base beneath the beige ito wrap. The wrap follows a traditional diamond-lozenge pattern, with each crossover point sitting firm and evenly spaced from handle collar to end cap. Copper fittings at the habaki and collar complete the warm-toned hardware palette.

At the junction of blade and handle sits the chrysanthemum-themed tsuba, cast in brown-toned metal with layered petal relief and bird motifs worked into the surface. A gold-accent medallion at the center draws the eye, while the overall silhouette stays true to classical round-guard proportions. The design references natural imagery - blooming flowers and soaring birds - without overworking the detail into clutter. For collectors interested in thematic fittings, this piece sits alongside others in our Brown Damascus Steel Katana collection.

The saya is finished in a deep brown with a python-scale surface texture, achieved through a rayskin wrap layered under premium natural lacquer. The texture catches light differently across its surface, giving the scabbard genuine depth rather than a flat painted look. The black-and-gold sageo is tied in an elaborate traditional knot at the kurigata, with the two cord colors braided tightly and finishing with a short tassel drop. This koshirae-style presentation keeps every component visually cohesive.

This katana is a koshirae-style collectible replica weighing 3 lb with a 41 in overall length, packaged in a 43 x 4 x 4 in box at 4 lb shipping weight. The Damascus steel construction, real hamon, and hand-finished fittings make it a display-worthy centerpiece for collectors focused on traditional Japanese sword aesthetics. Sword stand is not included. Browse related pieces in our Brown Pattern Steel Katana collection.