Damascus Steel Katana with Brown Hardwood Saya - Gold Tsuba, Brown Cord Handle

The blade on this katana is forged from Damascus steel, displaying the characteristic banded, flowing-water surface pattern that results from multiple folding passes during production. A visible hamon line traces the edge, adding depth and contrast against the polished flat. At 40.55 inches overall with a blade width of 1.26 inches and a spine height of 0.275 inches, the geometry is consistent with a standard tachi-length replica built for proportional accuracy.

The handle assembly follows traditional koshirae construction. Real black samegawa - genuine rayskin - wraps the wooden core beneath the outer ito, providing both texture and grip foundation. Brown cord ito is then wound in a classic diamond pattern over the samegawa, with the contrasting black nodules of the rayskin visible through each wrap gap. The result is a two-tone brown and black tsuka that ties the full piece together visually.

The tsuba is one of the most visually distinctive elements of this build. Cast in a gold tone with an irregular, organic silhouette, it carries deeply incised relief carving across its face - scrollwork and figural motifs that catch light from multiple angles. This level of surface detail elevates the fitting well beyond a plain functional spacer. Browse our Brown Damascus Steel Katana collection to see how this tsuba style compares across similar builds.

The saya is shaped from natural hardwood with a warm brown grain finish. Gold-tone fittings at the koiguchi (mouth) and kojiri (tip) carry engraved panel designs that echo the tsuba's ornate aesthetic. A red diamond-shaped inlay accent sits centered on the kojiri fitting, adding a small but deliberate color note against the gold. The black sageo cord is secured near the koiguchi with a knotted tassel drop for traditional presentation.

At 2.8 lb with a shipping weight of 3.3 lb, this piece is substantial without being unwieldy on a display stand or rack. The full koshirae styling - coordinated brown, gold, and black tones across blade, handle, fittings, and saya - makes it a cohesive collectible suited to Japanese sword enthusiasts and dedicated display arrangements. For additional options in this material and finish family, see our Brown Pattern Steel Japanese Samurai Swords collection.