Handmade Sword
Dragon Katana β 1045 Carbon Steel, Dragon Saya, Hand Forged, Full Tang, Battle Ready
SKU: 326
$339.99
$538.99
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Battle Ready
Hand Forged
Ships from USA
30-Day Satisfaction
Blade1045 Carbon
ProcessHeat Tempered
TangFull Tang
EdgeSharp
Age Restriction: You must be 18 years or older to purchase this item. By placing an order, you confirm that you are at least 18 years of age. Please check your local laws regarding sword ownership before ordering.
Dragon tsuba and a black decorative saya give this 1045 carbon steel Katana a darker theme-led comparison point without calling the saya natural bamboo.
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Product Specifications
| Steel / Material | 1045 High Carbon Steel |
| Hardness | 52β54 HRC (edge) / 48β50 HRC (spine) |
| Process | Hand Forged, Heat Tempered |
| Hamon | Visible temper line, hand polished |
| Hi (Blood Groove) | Hi (blood groove) on each side |
| Edge | Hand Sharpened β Sharp and functional |
| Blade Length | 28.0" |
| Handle Length | 10.6" |
| Overall Length | 41.3" |
| Weight | 2.1 lbs (without Saya) / 2.9 lbs (with Saya) |
| Tsuba (Guard) | Traditional tsuba |
| Tsuka (Handle) | Genuine Rayskin, Japanese Cotton Ito, Metal Menuki |
| Tang | full tang with 2 Mekugi (peg) |
| Saya (Scabbard) | Black lacquered wood β painted with dragon motif in gold and bronze tones: the dragon rendered in detailed brushwork across the saya body β tied with black cotton Sageo |
| Disassembly | Can be fully taken apart and reassembled |
| Quality Control | Individually inspected before shipping β California warehouse |
Package Contents
- β 1Γ Assembled Sword with Saya
- β 1Γ Cotton Sword Carrying Bag
- β Double-layer protective packaging (tube box + shipping box)
Note: Display stand shown in some product images is not included.
β 30-day hassle-free returns: return in original unused condition with all original packaging for a full refund or exchange.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What makes this Dragon Katana distinct?
Dragon tsuba and black decorative saya direction give buyers the main visual details to compare.
Does this page claim genuine bamboo saya construction?
No. The current facts support a decorative-pattern saya direction rather than a natural bamboo construction claim.
What can buyers compare first?
Compare Dragon tsuba, black decorative saya, 1045 carbon steel, and full Katana profile.
How do I maintain the blade?
Wipe dry after handling or use. Apply a light coat of choji or mineral oil along the full blade length before storing. Carbon steel will develop surface rust if left wet or unprotected β a minute of care after each session keeps the blade in condition indefinitely.
What makes the scabbard (saya) on this katana special?
The saya on this katana is painted with a dragon (ryΕ« β ιΎ) in gold and bronze tones against deep black lacquer. The dragon is the defining symbol of power and wisdom in East Asian culture β not a creature of destruction, but one of divine authority, mastery of the elements, and the kind of transformative power that only comes through long discipline. In Japanese martial culture, it was specifically associated with the quality of technique that appears effortless: the strength beneath the calm surface. The painting covers the full body of the saya, making the dragon a permanent presence every time the sword is displayed or drawn.
How do I know the quality is genuine?
Every sword is individually inspected and adjusted before leaving our California warehouse. We check edge geometry, fitment of all components, and the security of the mekugi pegs before packing. If anything is not right, it does not ship.
Contact Us
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