1095 Carbon Steel Katana with Gold Dragon Tsuba - Black Lacquer Saya & Cord Handle
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- Blade forged from 1095 carbon steel, hardened to 62 HRC with a mirror-polished chrome finish; full-tang construction spans 28.74 in. for balanced weight distribution across the 40.55 in. overall length.
- Gold-tone alloy tsuba features a raised dragon motif in high relief, adding a bold focal point that contrasts sharply against the matte black saya and dark cord wrap.
- Handle wrapped in black cord over genuine rayskin (samegawa), delivering a secure, textured grip along the 10.62 in. tsuka; traditional diamond pattern wrap keeps spacing uniform end to end.
- Black hardwood saya finished in matte lacquer at 29.92 in.; the crackle-patterned lacquer surface adds visual depth while protecting the scabbard from moisture and daily handling.
- Black sageo cord is braided and tied at the kurikata, completing the all-black koshirae aesthetic that frames the gold tsuba and polished blade as deliberate contrast elements.
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Product Details
The blade runs 28.74 in. of 1095 carbon steel hardened to 62 HRC, ground to a full-tang profile that extends through the entire tsuka. Machine-polished to a bright chrome mirror finish with no visible hamon, the geometry stays clean and reflective under any light - a deliberate, modern aesthetic choice. The total assembled length measures 40.55 in. at 2.8 lb., balanced for display orientation as much as handling. Collectors drawn to 1095 Carbon Steel Sword options will recognize the steel grade's reputation for consistent hardness and edge retention.
The tsuka is 10.62 in. long and built over a genuine rayskin (samegawa) foundation in black. Black cotton-and-synthetic cord is hand-wrapped in the traditional diamond (hishi) pattern, keeping each lozenge-shaped gap evenly spaced from habaki to kashira. The wrap sits firm without bulk, and the real rayskin underneath adds grip texture that holds through extended handling.
The tsuba is the visual centerpiece of this koshirae. Cast in gold-tone alloy, it carries a deeply sculpted dragon relief that fills the oval face on both sides - scales, claws, and mane rendered in raised detail. The warm gold finish picks up ambient light differently than the surrounding matte black fittings, creating a deliberate contrast that anchors the entire piece. Seppa on either side of the tsuba keep the fit snug with no lateral play.
The saya is hardwood lacquered in matte black at 29.92 in. What sets it apart visually is the crackle-pattern lacquer surface - a web of fine fracture lines covers the full length of the scabbard, giving it an aged, textured character without actually compromising the lacquer seal. A black braided sageo is tied at the kurikata, and a matching black tassel hangs at the kojiri end. The saya draws cleanly with minimal resistance.
At 2.8 lb. with a 40.55 in. overall length and 1.259 in. blade width, this katana is built to display well on a horizontal stand or wall mount. The gold dragon tsuba, matte crackle saya, and mirror-finished blade create a three-way contrast that photographs well and holds visual interest at close range. For collectors building a themed set, browse the full 1095 Samurai Katana range for compatible pieces in the same steel and construction tier.
- Blade forged from 1095 carbon steel, hardened to 62 HRC with a mirror-polished chrome finish; full-tang construction spans 28.74 in. for balanced weight distribution across the 40.55 in. overall length.
- Gold-tone alloy tsuba features a raised dragon motif in high relief, adding a bold focal point that contrasts sharply against the matte black saya and dark cord wrap.
- Handle wrapped in black cord over genuine rayskin (samegawa), delivering a secure, textured grip along the 10.62 in. tsuka; traditional diamond pattern wrap keeps spacing uniform end to end.
- Black hardwood saya finished in matte lacquer at 29.92 in.; the crackle-patterned lacquer surface adds visual depth while protecting the scabbard from moisture and daily handling.
- Black sageo cord is braided and tied at the kurikata, completing the all-black koshirae aesthetic that frames the gold tsuba and polished blade as deliberate contrast elements.
Specification
| Item Number | TK-JP-G10992 |
|---|---|
| Primary Color | Black |
| Primary Material | 1095 Carbon Steel |
| Tsuka Color | Black |
| Tsuka Skin Color | Black |
| Tsuka Skin Material | Real Rayskin |
| Tsuka Length | 10.62 |
| Tsuba Color | Gold |
| Tsuba Material | Alloy |
| Tsuba Theme | Dragon |
| Saya Color | Black |
| Saya Material | Hardwood Lacquer |
| Saya Surface | Matte |
| Saya Length | 29.92 |
| Sageo Color | Black |
| Nagasa Material | Manganese Steel |
| Nagasa Color | Chrome |
| Nagasa Length | 28.74 |
| Nagasa Hardness | 62 |
| Nagasa Sharppend | Yes |
| Nagasa Hamon | No |
| Style | Koshirae |
| Dimensions | 40.6 x 1.3 x 0.3 Inches |
| Weight | 2.8 Pounds |
| Packing Size | 42.9 x 3.9 x 3.5 Inches |
| Shipping Weight | 3.3 Pounds |
