Damascus Steel Katana with Hand-Painted Floral Saya - Gold Lion Tsuba, Teal Cord Handle

The blade is forged from folded multilayer Damascus steel, producing the characteristic flowing wood-grain surface pattern that distinguishes pattern steel from standard monosteel construction. At 40.5 inches overall with a 1.26-inch width and 3.17 lb total weight, the proportions reflect a traditional katana form. Full tang construction extends through the entire handle core, providing structural continuity between blade and hilt without mechanical joints. The chrome-finish blade surface highlights the layered Damascus patterning along the flat, drawing the eye from kissaki to habaki.

The tsuka is wrapped in teal ito cord over black PU samegawa, creating a firm diamond-pattern grip with the characteristic raised nodes visible at each crossing. The deep teal color carries through to the matching sageo cord tied at the saya mouth, maintaining a consistent color story across the koshirae set.

The tsuba is the standout hardware accent - a gold-tone oval guard cast with a lion in raised sculptural relief. The detail work on the mane, face, and surrounding decorative border demonstrates a level of casting complexity that elevates this fitting beyond plain utility hardware. Paired with the teal ito, the gold tone creates a warm-cool contrast that anchors the overall aesthetic.

The saya is constructed from hardwood finished in natural lacquer, with a hand-painted floral scene rendered across the full length. A gradient ground moves from light green near the koiguchi to near-white at the kojiri, with pink and green floral blossoms and fine branch linework painted in detail. No two hand-painted sayas are identical. A teal sageo cord with tassel accent ties at the kurikata, completing the presentation. Explore more options in our Pattern Steel Japanese Samurai Swords collection.

Packaged at 43.3 x 3.93 x 3.14 inches with a shipping weight of 4.4 lb. Sword stand not included. Designed for collectors and koshirae enthusiasts seeking a piece where blade craft and painted saya artistry are given equal attention.