Black Katana with Flame Hamon, 1095 Carbon Steel Blade, Dragon Tsuba - Full Tang Replica

The blade is the first thing that commands attention. Forged from manganese steel and hardened to 62 HRC, the 28.74-in. nagasa carries a striking flame-engraved hamon - a high-contrast black-and-white pattern that traces the entire cutting edge in bold, fire-like waves. The chrome-finished surface amplifies every detail of the hamon, making the visual effect impossible to ignore from across a room. This is the defining characteristic of the sword, and it shapes every design decision that follows. Browse the full range in our 1095 Steel Katana Sword collection for comparable blade builds.

The tsuka runs 10.62 in. and is built on a full tang core for structural integrity. Real rayskin (samegawa) in black forms the under-layer, its pebbly texture providing grip before the black cotton ito is even applied. The cord wrap follows a traditional diamond pattern, with menuki fittings seated beneath the ito at the correct positions. The result is a handle that feels deliberate and well-proportioned, not decorative as an afterthought.

At the junction of blade and handle sits the tsuba - an alloy piece rendered in gold and black with a sculpted dragon motif. The dragon's form wraps the guard in relief, with warm antique-gold tones standing out against the darker body. A matching habaki and fuchi in the same gold-black palette keep the fittings cohesive. The dragon iconography connects to a long tradition of power symbolism in Japanese sword culture without overstating it.

The saya is covered in genuine rayskin and finished matte black, with a fine crackle texture across the surface that catches light differently from every angle. At 29.92 in., it sheathes the blade with a secure fit. The black sageo cord exits cleanly and is tied in a traditional knot with a decorative loop - visible in the image and consistent with classical koshirae presentation. If the all-black aesthetic appeals to you, the Black Japanese Sword collection features more pieces in this palette.

Total length is 40.55 in. and overall weight is 2.8 lb. Packaged in a fitted box measuring 42.9 x 3.9 x 3.5 in. with a shipping weight of 3.3 lb. The koshirae-style mountings, rayskin saya, and flame hamon blade combine to make this one of the more visually distinctive pieces in its class - suited for wall display, cabinet collections, or gifting to someone who takes Japanese swords seriously.