Product Details

The blade is forged from T10 carbon steel and finished to a high-polish chrome surface that makes the real hamon temper line clearly visible from tip to base. A hand-etched dragon engraving runs along the flat of the blade, adding a sculptural element that collectors will notice immediately. Full tang construction runs the length of the handle, giving the piece solid physical integrity across its 41-inch overall span.

The tsuka is wrapped in olive-green ito using the traditional diamond-pattern overlap, revealing white samegawa (ray skin) beneath each gap. The grip is accounted for with a pair of gold-tone menuki seated beneath the binding - small cast ornaments that complement the overall warm metal palette of the fittings. For those drawn to Nihonto Katana craftsmanship, this handle construction reflects classic koshirae-style assembly with attention to layered detail.

The tsuba is a circular gold-tone guard with a deeply engraved geometric maze pattern covering its full face - a karakusa-inspired design worked into a copper base with gold gilding. The fuchi and kashira echo the same warm gold finish, tying the fittings together as a cohesive set. This piece belongs alongside other Gold-plated Tsuba Japanese Samurai Swords where the guard is treated as a focal point rather than an afterthought.

The saya is built from hardwood and finished in a glossy black lacquer with a heavily textured, stone-like surface - a finish that creates strong visual contrast against the bright blade when drawn. The koiguchi and kojiri are fitted with real horn, adding durability at the two highest-wear contact points. A teal and white braided sageo is tied at the kurikata, its two-tone pattern providing a vivid counterpoint to the black saya and connecting visually to the green tsuka above.

At 41 inches overall and 3 lb, this katana presents with the proportions and weight of a full-sized replica. Every component - from the dragon-engraved T10 blade to the geometric gold tsuba and textured black saya - has been selected to work as a unified koshirae set. It displays well horizontally on a stand and holds its visual impact from across a room.

  • T10 carbon steel blade with a visible real hamon temper line and hand-etched dragon engraving along the flat - full tang construction for solid structural integrity.
  • Handle wrapped in olive-green ito over genuine white samegawa (ray skin), secured with traditional diamond knot pattern for a firm, classic koshirae presentation.
  • Gold-tone circular tsuba features an engraved geometric maze (karakusa-style) pattern - hand-finished copper base with gold gilding adds depth and contrast.
  • Black hardwood lacquer saya finished with a textured stone-like surface - teal and white sageo cord adds a vivid color contrast to the dark scabbard.
  • Overall length 41 inches, weighing 3 lb - each component from the horn koiguchi to the gilded menuki reflects deliberate koshirae-style assembly.

Specification

Product Specifications
Item NumberTK-JP-G11117
Primary ColorBlack
Primary MaterialT10 Carbon Steel
SharpnessRazor Sharp
Saya ColorBlack
Saya MaterialHardwood Lacquer
Tsuka ColorGreen
Nagasa ColorChrome
Sageo ColorTeal
Tsuba ColorGold
Tsuba ThemeGeometric
Nagasa HamonYes
Blade EngravingDragon
StyleKoshirae
Dimensions41 x 1.3 x 0.3 Inches
Weight3.0 Pounds
Packing Size43 x 4 x 4 Inches
Shipping Weight4.0 Pounds

Frequently Asked Questions

What steel and heat treatment does this katana use?
The blade is forged from T10 carbon steel and heat-treated to produce a real hamon temper line visible along the edge. The high-polish finish makes the hamon clearly defined from tip to base.
Is the dragon engraving on the blade hand-done?
Yes - the dragon motif is hand-etched directly onto the flat of the T10 blade, adding a sculptural detail that stands out against the chrome-polished surface without affecting the hamon line.
What materials are used for the tsuba and saya?
The tsuba is copper-based with gold gilding and a geometric maze pattern engraved across its full face. The saya is hardwood with a black lacquer stone-texture finish, fitted with real horn koiguchi and kojiri, and tied with a teal-and-white braided sageo.