T10 Carbon Steel Katana with Hamon Blade, Dragon Tsuba in Gold, Black-Red Lacquer Saya

The blade is forged from T10 carbon steel and runs the full length of the tang, measuring 40.55 inches overall with a base width of 1.259 inches. A natural hamon temper line is visible along the edge, producing the characteristic wave pattern that defines traditional Japanese blade finishing. The chrome-polished surface catches light cleanly, allowing the hamon detail to read clearly from any angle. At 2.8 lbs, the piece carries enough presence in hand without feeling front-heavy.

The tsuka is wrapped over real white same - genuine ray skin - using a tight black cord ito in a traditional diamond-pattern wrap. The raised nodes of the samegawa create a natural grip texture beneath the cord, while the wrap pattern itself keeps the handle stable and visually balanced. The black color is consistent from pommel to habaki, reinforcing the dark-toned koshirae aesthetic throughout.

The gold and silver gilded copper tsuba is the visual centerpiece of the fitting set. Its irregular, carved outline frames a dragon-and-flowers relief that covers both faces of the guard. Gold tones dominate the raised dragon figure while silver highlights the floral details around it - a pairing that reads clearly even at a distance. The tsuba sits flush against the habaki with no wobble, holding the blade and handle components firmly in alignment. For collectors interested in other distinctive guard styles, browse our Black Sunflower Tsuba Katana collection.

The saya is constructed from hardwood and finished in premium natural lacquer. The base coat is deep black, with red speckle detailing distributed across the full length of the scabbard - a mix-color finish that gives the piece an unmistakably dramatic character. A black sageo cord is knotted at the kurigata in a traditional wrap, with a small tassel at the end. The fit between blade and saya is snug, allowing a clean draw without play. If this red-and-black color pairing appeals to you, the Red Straight Katana collection features additional options in similar colorways.

Packaged at 42.9 x 3.9 x 3.5 inches with a shipping weight of 3.3 lbs, this katana arrives ready for display. The combination of a hamon T10 blade, ray skin handle, gilded copper tsuba, and lacquered hardwood saya makes it a well-rounded piece for collectors who want a cohesive, traditionally styled koshirae without compromise on component quality.