T10 Steel Katana with Dragon Tsuba in Gold-Black, Black Rayskin Saya & Hamon Blade

The blade is forged from T10 carbon steel and clay tempered to produce a genuine hamon - a wavy temper line visible along the edge that marks the boundary between the hardened cutting edge and the softer spine. This differential hardening is a hallmark of traditional Japanese sword construction, and on this katana it runs clearly and distinctly across the 40.55-inch length. The blade surface also carries a hand-engraved dragon motif, adding visual depth to the polished chrome finish.

The tsuka is built on a full-tang core, meaning the steel extends continuously from tip to pommel. Black cord wrapping in a traditional hineri-maki pattern covers genuine white samegawa underneath, with the rayskin's pebbly texture providing both grip and a classic look beneath the lacings. Gold menuki accents are set into the wrap at regular intervals, catching light against the black cord.

The gold-black copper tsuba is the most visually striking component. A sculpted dragon rendered in raised relief occupies both faces of the guard, finished in gold and silver gilding against a darkened copper field. The result is a guard with genuine weight and ornamental presence - not a stamped piece, but one with defined edges and dimensional detail. Browse our Gold Printed Tsuba Japanese Samurai Swords collection for similar fittings.

The saya is covered in genuine rayskin, carrying the same small-dot texture seen on the tsuka beneath the cord wrap. The surface is finished in black, with the natural rayskin nodules visible across the full length of the scabbard. A black sageo cord is attached and tied in the traditional manner at the kurikata. A red accent band appears at the koiguchi opening, providing a subtle color contrast against the otherwise all-black sheath. For related styles, see our Antique Japanese Katana collection.

Overall dimensions measure 40.55 inches in length, 1.259 inches in width, and 0.275 inches in thickness, with a total weight of 2.8 pounds. This katana is suited for display, collection, and appreciation of traditional Japanese sword-making - a complete koshirae-mounted piece with matched fittings and consistent gold-and-black design throughout.