Damascus Steel Katana with Orange Rayskin Saya - Full Tang, Hamon Blade, Dark Blue Tsuka

The blade is forged from full-tang Damascus steel, with visible layered patterning across the surface and a distinct hamon line running the length of the edge. At 40.5 inches overall and 1.26 inches wide, the geometry is faithful to classical katana proportions. The hand-finished surface brings out the natural contrast between soft and hard steel zones, a defining characteristic of this construction style. For collectors interested in folded steel construction, this piece sits within our broader Japanese Damascus Katana category.

The tsuka is wrapped in dark blue cord ito over a foundation of real white samegawa, following the traditional diamond-pattern lacing seen in period koshirae. The wrap is tight and even, with white menuki accents visible between the lacing intervals. The dark blue against the white ray skin backing creates a sharp visual contrast that carries through the handle's full length.

The brown iron tsuba is the most intricate component of the fittings. It features a detailed carved and inlaid scene with gourd, hanging lantern, and rope motifs rendered in silver and ivory-toned materials. The circular plate has a fine hammered surface texture that frames the central imagery without competing with it. Habaki and collar fittings are finished in a matching silver-toned metal.

The saya is covered in orange rayskin - a material with a naturally pebbled, high-contrast surface - and finished with a clear lacquer coat that preserves the texture while adding depth to the color. A multi-strand braided sageo in orange, white, burgundy, and green is wrapped and knotted at the mid-point of the saya, with decorative tassels at both ends. This color combination gives the piece a lively, traditional koshirae character. Browse the full range of Orange Scabbard Japanese Samurai Swords for related options.

Total length is 40.5 inches, blade width 1.26 inches, thickness 0.275 inches, and overall weight 3.17 lb. The proportions and fittings make this katana a strong choice for collectors focused on traditional koshirae aesthetics and Damascus blade construction. Sword stand not included.