FULLY HAND FORGED FULL TANG JAPANESE SAMURAI KATANA SWORD

Handmade Sword

Dragon Katana — 1045 Carbon Steel, Dragon Tsuba, Hand Forged, Full Tang, Battle Ready

SKU: 735

$275.99 $373.99

Hand-forged from 1045 high carbon steel, heat tempered and fully inspected before leaving our California warehouse. The scabbard uses a black and red piano lacquer treatment — a vivid red high-gloss main body with black accents at the fittings, a two-tone combination that is one of the most visually striking color pairings in Japanese decorative tradition and one that carries specific martial symbolism. A capable, durable katana for collectors and practitioners who want proven steel without overcomplication.

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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
Edge	Hand Sharpened — Sharp and functional
Blade Length	28.75"
Handle Length	10.75"
Overall Length	42"
Weight	2.3 lbs (without Saya) / 3.1 lbs (with Saya)
Tsuba (Guard)	Dragon tsuba
Tsuka (Handle)	Genuine Rayskin, Japanese Cotton Ito, Metal Menuki
Tang	Full tang with 2 Mekugi (peg)
Saya (Scabbard)	Black and red piano lacquered wood — vivid red high-gloss main body with black fittings and accents creating a bold two-tone finish — tied with black Japanese cotton Sageo
Disassembly	Can be fully taken apart and reassembled
Quality Control	Individually inspected before shipping — California warehouse

Package Contents

✓ 1× Assembled Sword with Saya
✓ 1× Cotton Sword Carrying Bag
✓ Double-layer protective packaging (tube box + shipping box)

Note: Display stand shown in some product images is not included.

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

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is 1045 steel good enough for a functional sword?

1045 is a reliable entry-to-mid grade carbon steel — heat tempered to 52–54 HRC, it holds a serviceable edge for tatami and light bamboo cutting. It is the most forgiving steel in our line: easier to sharpen, more tolerant of lateral stress, and ideal for beginners. If you plan to cut seriously and regularly, we also carry 1060 and 1095 grades in most designs.

Is the blade sharp and ready for cutting practice?

Yes. Hand sharpened by whetstone before shipping — sharp enough for tatami mat and fresh bamboo cutting straight out of the box. No additional preparation needed.

What does the Full Tang Japanese Samurai Sword design look like?

The tsuba features dragon tsuba. It is cast iron with a dark patina — the weight and texture of real iron, not a lightweight alloy substitute. The guard is a fixed part of the assembled sword and cannot be swapped.

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 — a minute of care after each session keeps the blade in condition indefinitely.

What makes the scabbard (saya) on this sword special?

The saya on this katana uses a black and red piano lacquer treatment — the two colors most deeply associated with the Japanese martial aesthetic. Red has been the color of action, urgency, and the visible force of blood and fire throughout Japanese military tradition. Black is the color of authority, formality, and the unreadable. Together they create the combination most associated with displays of martial intensity: the red field visible against or through black fittings. The vivid red piano lacquer main body, set against black fittings and tied with black sageo, produces a scabbard that reads at once as ceremonially serious and visually immediate — a sword that does not allow itself to be overlooked.

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
✉ sales@handmadesword.com ☎ 909-480-4866
Mon–Fri 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM PST

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