1090 Carbon Steel Katana with Dragon Engraved Blade, Black Lacquer Dragon Saya - Full Tang Japanese Sword
- Forged from 1090 carbon steel with full-tang construction, the blade runs the entire length of the handle for solid balance and a visible hamon line along the edge.
- Dragon motif engraved directly onto the black-finished blade, adding a layer of artistry that sets this piece apart from standard katana reproductions.
- Black hardwood saya finished in premium natural lacquer and hand-painted with a vivid multi-color dragon scene - red, white, and gold figures against a deep black ground.
- Iron tsuba cast with a raised dragon relief in black alloy, paired with a gold-tone brass habaki that creates a sharp visual contrast at the blade collar.
- Handle wrapped in PU white samegawa under black cord in a traditional diamond-pattern (hishi-gumi), delivering a secure grip with classic koshirae styling.
- Overall length 40.55 in, blade width 1.259 in, weight 2.8 lb - sized for wall display or koshirae appreciation; sword stand not included.
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Product Details
The blade is forged from 1090 carbon steel and built full-tang, meaning the steel runs continuously from tip through the entire handle core. A natural hamon line traces the edge, the result of differential heat treatment that hardens the cutting edge while leaving the spine more flexible. A hand-engraved dragon motif runs along the flat of the black-finished blade, giving the steel surface a striking graphic dimension rarely seen at this price tier. If you are looking at other pieces in the same steel category, the High Carbon Steel Master Sword collection offers additional comparisons.
The tsuka (handle) is built over the full-tang core and wrapped in PU white samegawa - a textured ray-skin imitation that provides grip texture - before being bound in black cord using the traditional hishi-gumi diamond-wrap pattern. The alternating white diamonds against the black cord create a clean visual rhythm down the length of the handle. A gold-tone brass habaki sits at the base of the blade collar, bridging steel and fittings.
The tsuba is cast from black alloy and features a full raised-relief dragon design covering both faces of the guard. The dragon wraps around the opening with coiled body detail and textured scales. The contrast between the matte black alloy body and the gold habaki below it gives the fittings section a layered, intentional look that reads well both up close and at display distance.
The saya is the standout element of this build. Constructed from hardwood and finished in multiple coats of black lacquer for a smooth, hard shell, it is hand-painted with a detailed dragon narrative scene - a white dragon and a red-orange dragon wind through red clouds and green accents across the full length of the scabbard. Black sageo cord is knotted at the kurigata in a traditional tie. The painted scene is sealed under a gloss topcoat for durability. For more dragon-themed options, browse the full Dragon Sword collection.
At 40.55 inches overall and 2.8 lb, this katana is sized for full koshirae display. Blade width is 1.259 in with a spine thickness of 0.275 in. The complete koshirae set - engraved blade, dragon tsuba, lacquered dragon saya, and traditional tsuka wrap - makes this a cohesive collector piece for anyone drawn to dragon iconography in Japanese sword tradition.
- Forged from 1090 carbon steel with full-tang construction, the blade runs the entire length of the handle for solid balance and a visible hamon line along the edge.
- Dragon motif engraved directly onto the black-finished blade, adding a layer of artistry that sets this piece apart from standard katana reproductions.
- Black hardwood saya finished in premium natural lacquer and hand-painted with a vivid multi-color dragon scene - red, white, and gold figures against a deep black ground.
- Iron tsuba cast with a raised dragon relief in black alloy, paired with a gold-tone brass habaki that creates a sharp visual contrast at the blade collar.
- Handle wrapped in PU white samegawa under black cord in a traditional diamond-pattern (hishi-gumi), delivering a secure grip with classic koshirae styling.
- Overall length 40.55 in, blade width 1.259 in, weight 2.8 lb - sized for wall display or koshirae appreciation; sword stand not included.
Specification
| Item Number | TK-JP-G11087 |
|---|---|
| Primary Color | Black |
| Primary Material | 1090 Carbon Steel |
| Themes | Dragon Scabbard |
| Sharpness | Standard Sharp |
| Saya Color | Black |
| Saya Material | Hardwood Lacquer |
| Saya Theme | Dragon |
| Tsuka Color | Black |
| Nagasa Color | Black |
| Sageo Color | Black |
| Tsuba Color | Black |
| Tsuba Theme | Dragon |
| Nagasa Hamon | Yes |
| Blade Engraving | Dragon |
| Style | Koshirae |
| Dimensions | 40.6 x 1.3 x 0.3 Inches |
| Weight | 2.8 Pounds |
| Packing Size | 42.9 x 3.9 x 3.5 Inches |
| Shipping Weight | 3.3 Pounds |














