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Inspired by Japan
Akanokiba Katana - 赤の牙
| Blade Steel | Damascus Steel - Dense Folded Grain |
| Construction | Full Tang, Handcrafted, Sharpened |
| Overall Length | 105 cm / 41 in |
| Blade Length | 72 cm / 28 in |
| Blade Width | 3.2 cm / 1.2 in |
| Blade Thickness | 0.7 cm / 0.27 in |
| Handle Length | 30 cm / 11.8 in |
| Tsuba (Guard) | Iron-alloy - black, dragon relief, gold rim |
| Habaki | Brass - gold circular mon crest |
| Ito | Black cotton |
| Rayskin (Same) | Red synthetic |
| Saya (Scabbard) | Dark brown lacquer - white crackle-splatter texture |
| Sageo | Black |
| Includes | Katana + saya + wooden stand |
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For full details, please refer to our Terms of Service.
To maintain your katana's appearance and performance over time, we recommend:
- Regularly wiping the blade with a soft cloth to remove fingerprints and moisture.
- Applying a light coat of choji oil to prevent rust (for carbon steel blades).
- Storing the sword in a dry place, preferably inside its saya.
- Avoiding direct contact with hard surfaces to preserve sharpness and finish.
For more care tips, check our full maintenance guide in the FAQ section.
Every katana we offer carries the essence of centuries-old craftsmanship.
More than just a weapon, the katana symbolizes discipline, honor, and mastery.
Our artisans draw inspiration from traditional forging methods to ensure each blade reflects the spirit of the samurai - strength, precision, and soul.
Owning one is not just about aesthetics - it’s about carrying a piece of that legacy.
This katana is designed to offer a perfect balance between blade and handle.
Its ergonomic tsuka (handle) allows a secure two-handed grip, while the weight distribution ensures smooth, fluid movement.
Sold for collection and display. Handle carefully when placing on a stand or carrying out maintenance.
Damascus / black and red handle / Akanokiba
Red diamonds show through the black wrapping of Akanokiba, making the handle its clearest color accent. The blade stays silver-colored, with a dense flowing grain across the steel. A dark saya with pale crackle markings sits beside it, while a small gold-colored crest and rim add detail around the guard and collar.
The blade
Akanokiba is listed as Damascus steel with a dense folded grain pattern. The visible lines run across the silver-colored blade, without a listed red coating or colored overlay. It is sharpened and full tang, with a 72 cm blade. The pattern, guard and wrapping give you several details to compare beyond the steel name alone.
The fittings
Black cotton ito wraps over red synthetic rayskin. Small red windows remain visible between the crossings. The dark iron-alloy tsuba has dragon relief and a gold-colored rim, beside a brass collar with a circular crest. The saya is dark brown lacquer with white crackle-splatter decoration and a black cord.
A black-and-red katana can place its color on the blade, the wrapping or the scabbard. On Akanokiba, the red is beneath the handle wrap. Hizakura uses a red saya with a black handle, while Yugure combines rounded Damascus grain with copper-red scabbard decoration. The steel guide explains the materials separately from those design choices.
In your collection
A matching saya and wooden display stand are included. The patterned blade and pale-marked scabbard give the display two different surfaces, while the red handle accents remain visible with the sword sheathed. Allow room for the 105 cm overall length and arrange the edge securely.
Follow the Care & Maintenance instructions above and keep the blade dry. Wipe the saya and fittings with a soft cloth, avoiding abrasive products on the pale decoration and gold-colored accents. Keep oil away from the black cotton and red synthetic rayskin.
The specification lists Damascus steel with dense folded grain. The blade is sharpened and full tang, with a silver-colored polished appearance.
No. The red accent is beneath the black handle wrapping. The blade is silver-colored steel, and the saya is dark brown with pale crackle decoration.
No. It is red synthetic rayskin beneath black cotton ito. Its color shows through the diamond-shaped openings in the wrapping.
No. They are the listed crackle-splatter decoration over dark brown lacquer. The irregular pale pattern is part of the scabbard design.
The tsuba is listed as iron alloy, with dark dragon relief and a gold-colored rim. The smaller collar beside the blade, called the habaki, is brass.
No. Damascus describes the listed steel construction. A genuine clay-tempered hamon is not specified for Akanokiba; those are separate features to check when comparing models.
Both list Damascus steel. Akanokiba has red accents beneath black wrapping and a dark crackle saya. Hizakura has genuine white rayskin, a red saya with gold crests and a prominent choji hamon.
Yes. The sharpened katana, matching saya and wooden display stand are included. It is sold for collection and display and measures 105 cm overall, with a 72 cm blade.
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Customer reviews
Good sword, small issue on arrival
Saya mouth was slightly loose when I got it, fitting tape sorted it. Balance is great though. People at my dojo always ask about it.
Way better than I expected
Hamon is clean, handle wrap tight, saya closes solid. Came in a wooden box. No complaints at all for the price.
Got it as a gift, he was speechless
Bought for my boyfriend who does iaido. He said the fit and finish were legit. I knew nothing about swords, site made it easy to pick.
Nice blade but took 2 weeks to arrive
Damascus looks great. Shipping to Portland took forever and tracking was dead for a week. Quality is there, logistics need work.
Third order, still no complaints
Ordered three times over two years. Always well packed, matches the photos. Support replied same day. Will keep coming back.
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