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.