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 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 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.

Part of our One Handed Katana collection.