Damascus Steel Katana with Dragon Tsuba in Black-Orange Lacquer Saya - Brown Cord Handle

The blade is forged from Damascus steel with a full-tang construction, producing the folded-layer surface pattern unique to each piece. A visible hamon line runs along the edge, evidence of the differential hardening process that defines traditional Japanese sword craft. At 40.55 inches overall and 1.259 inches wide, the chrome-finished blade carries a polished geometry that highlights every contour of the Damascus layering. Collectors drawn to Olive Damascus Steel Katana designs will recognize the same commitment to blade character found here.

The tsuka is built over a hardwood core and wrapped with real black samegawa - genuine ray skin that raises a fine, non-slip texture beneath the fingers. Brown ito cord is laced over it in a traditional diamond pattern, creating a firm, even wrap that stays secure across the full length of the handle. The combination of dark ray skin and brown cord gives the grip a quiet, layered richness without flash.

The tsuba is copper, cast with an open-work dragon motif in gold and black tones. The dragon carving is three-dimensional, with visible depth in the cutouts that allow light to pass through the guard. Matching gold-tone fuchi and kashira fittings complete the koshirae ensemble, maintaining a consistent metal palette from guard to pommel. For additional dragon guard designs, the Silver Dragon Tsuba Katana collection offers useful context.

The saya is hardwood lacquered in gloss black, with hand-painted golden botanical motifs - branching stems and leaf clusters rendered in warm amber-gold along the body. The mouth of the saya is fitted with a vivid orange kojiri collar, and a brown sageo cord is knotted at the kurikata in a traditional wrap. The black-and-orange color pairing is the most immediately striking visual element of this piece, giving it a distinctive shelf presence.

At 2.8 lb and shipping at 3.3 lb, this katana is sized and balanced for display mounting or koshirae study. The full-tang construction, lacquered hardwood saya, and hand-applied painted decoration place it firmly in the collector-grade category for enthusiasts focused on complete sword furniture rather than bare blades alone.