1090 Carbon Steel Black Blade Katana with Dragon Engraving - Dark Blue Lacquer Saya, Geometric Alloy Tsuba

The blade is forged from 1090 carbon steel and finished in a deep black tone that runs the full length of the 40.55-inch sword. Near the base, a hand-etched dragon engraving adds a focal point of detail - coiling across the steel in crisp white contrast against the black finish. At 1.259 inches wide and 2.8 lb total, the proportions are solid without feeling heavy. Explore more options in our 1090 Katana collection.

The tsuka follows a traditional koshirae construction - PU black samegawa forms the base layer, and dark blue cord is wrapped tightly over it in a classic diagonal pattern. The contrast between the navy wrap and the black samegawa beneath gives the handle a layered, structured look. Small decorative menuki are visible beneath the wrap, keeping the handle true to period-inspired form.

The tsuba is cast in black alloy and engraved with a dense geometric maze pattern across its full face - clean, symmetrical lines that repeat in a traditional Chinese-influenced lattice. A gold-tone oval menuki sits at the center against the black metal, creating a sharp metallic accent that ties directly to the gold striping on the saya.

The dark blue lacquer saya is one of the strongest visual elements of this piece. High-gloss hardwood is banded at even intervals with raised yellow stripes, and the blue-white sageo cord is knotted at the koiguchi in a decorative tie that drapes naturally when displayed. The combination of navy, gold, and white gives the scabbard a bold, coordinated finish. For more pieces with striking lacquer finishes, see our Black Carbon Steel Sword collection.

Packaged at 42.9 x 3.9 x 3.5 inches with a shipping weight of 3.3 lb, this katana arrives ready for wall mounting or display in a koshirae-style presentation. Sword stand not included.