1090 Carbon Steel Purple Katana with Dragon Engraved Blade in Purple Saya with White Stripe Accents

The nagasa of this katana is forged from 1090 carbon steel, hardened to 62 HRC and finished in a rich purple tone that shifts between deep violet and dark crimson under changing light. A hand-engraved dragon motif wraps along the upper portion of the blade near the habaki, adding intricate detail to the polished surface. The edge is hand-sharpened, and the 28.74-inch cutting length provides classic katana proportions.

The tsuka measures 10.62 inches and is wrapped in purple ito cord over white samegawa, creating a clean contrast that matches the overall purple-and-white color scheme. The wrap follows a traditional diamond pattern, leaving the white samegawa visible between each cross for both texture and grip. A black-and-white braided sageo cord is tied at the kurikata for an additional decorative touch.

The round alloy tsuba features a silver-tone chrysanthemum petal design radiating outward from the center, with a gold-tone brass seppa ring framing the blade opening. The detailed relief work on the tsuba surface adds dimension and complements the dragon engraving on the blade itself. This guard pairs especially well with other pieces in our Purple Saya Japanese Samurai Swords collection.

The hardwood saya is coated in a glossy purple lacquer and accented with thin white diagonal stripes running its full 29.92-inch length. The stripe pattern gives the scabbard a bold, modern look while the lacquer finish protects the wood underneath. A black-and-white sageo wraps around the saya near the mouth, securing the katana when sheathed.

At 40.55 inches overall and 2.8 lbs, this katana carries enough weight to feel substantial in hand while remaining well-balanced for display. The cohesive purple-and-white palette across the blade, handle, and saya makes it a striking addition to any collection. For similar purple-themed swords, browse our Purple 1095 Carbon Steel Katana collection.