Orchid Katana full view with blue saya and Orchid tsuba
Orchid tsuba guard design
Orchid tsuba front design
Orchid Katana handle end cap with black cotton wrap
Orchid Katana black cotton handle with genuine rayskin panel
Orchid Katana blue saya finish detail
Orchid Katana blade point detail
Orchid Katana blade point detail end detail
Orchid Katana blade base close-up
Orchid Katana blade surface detail
Orchid Katana exposed tang inscription

Handmade Sword

Orchid Katana β€” 1045 Carbon Steel, Hand Forged, Full Tang, Battle Ready

SKU: 135

$447.99 $483.99
βš”οΈ Battle Ready
πŸ”₯ Hand Forged
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Ships from USA
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Blade1045 Carbon
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ProcessHeat Tempered
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TangFull Tang
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EdgeSharp

This Orchid Katana is set apart first by the royal blue lacquer saya. The color is brighter than the black and brown saya models, while the orchid theme keeps the close-up details quieter and more refined without needing extra decoration. The blade is listed as 1045 carbon steel with heat tempering in the existing page.

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Product Specifications
Steel / Material 1045 High Carbon Steel
Hardness 52–54 HRC (edge) / 48–50 HRC (spine)
Process Hand Forged, Heat Tempered
Hamon Visible temper line, hand polished
Hi (Blood Groove) No Hi β€” smooth blade without blood groove
Edge Hand Sharpened β€” Sharp and functional
Blade Length 28.75"
Handle Length 10.75"
Overall Length 40.75"
Weight 2.4 lbs (without Saya) / 2.9 lbs (with Saya)
Tsuba (Guard) Orchid Tsuba
Tsuka (Handle) Genuine Rayskin, Japanese Cotton Ito, Metal Menuki
Tang Full tang engraved with black smith's signature
Saya (Scabbard) Deeply blue piano lacquered wood β€” vivid royal blue high-gloss finish across the full saya β€” tied with blue and black Japanese cotton Sageo
Disassembly Can be fully taken apart and reassembled
Quality Control Individually inspected before shipping β€” California warehouse
Package Contents
  • βœ“ 1Γ— Assembled Sword with Saya
  • βœ“ 1Γ— Cotton Sword Carrying Bag
  • βœ“ Double-layer protective packaging (tube box + shipping box)

This Orchid Katana is set apart first by the royal blue lacquer saya. The color is brighter than the black and brown saya models, while the orchid theme keeps the close-up details quieter and more refined without needing extra decoration. The blade is listed as 1045 carbon steel with heat tempering in the existing page.

βœ“ 30-day hassle-free returns: return in original unused condition with all original packaging for a full refund or exchange.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What should I notice first on this Orchid Katana?
The royal blue lacquer saya is the first detail to notice. It gives the sword a brighter display presence than darker saya models.
Is the blade 1045 carbon steel?
Yes. The listed steel grade is 1045 high carbon steel.
How does the orchid theme affect the look?
The orchid theme keeps the sword more delicate and calm compared with dragon, tiger, or warrior-themed fittings.
Is this more colorful than a black-saya Katana?
Yes. The royal blue saya makes it stand out more on a rack or wall than a plain black saya.
What makes the scabbard (saya) on this sword special?
The saya on this katana uses a deeply saturated royal blue piano lacquer finish β€” one of the rarest color choices in katana scabbard production. Historically, Japanese lacquerware was dominated by black and red, with blue appearing only in specific regional traditions and for swords associated with particular deities or symbolism. Blue in Japanese aesthetics carries associations with the sea, the sky, and the concept of aoi (青) β€” a color that bridges blue and green and has been used in Japanese culture to represent the vast, the deep, and the infinite. A sword with a blue saya announces itself as something deliberately different from the standard palette, for a collector who wants both a functional blade and a visually distinctive display piece.
How should I care for the carbon steel blade?
Keep the blade dry after handling and apply a light coat of suitable blade oil before storage.
Contact Us
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Mon–Fri Β 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM PST
Orchid Katana β€” 1045 Carbon Steel, Hand Forged, Full Tang, Battle Ready
Orchid Katana β€” 1045 C... $447.99

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