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Specifications
Blade Steel Damascus Steel - Red/Copper-Tone Finish, 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) Copper - dragon-cloud sculptural relief, brass rim
Habaki Copper - geometric cutouts
Ito Black cotton
Rayskin (Same) Genuine
Saya (Scabbard) Black lacquered saya with orange and gold-colored dragon decoration (shown)
Sageo Black twisted cord (shown)
Includes Katana + matching saya + wooden stand with 武 kanji
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Care & Maintenance

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.

Behind the Blade

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.

User Experience

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.

Red Damascus / illustrated black saya / Kiso Hida

Kiso Hida Red Damascus Katana

Kiso Hida has a warm red-brown blade with copper-colored lines running through its grain. The color belongs to the steel finish, while the scabbard stays black with orange and gold-colored dragon decoration. A dark sculpted guard picks up the same warm tones in its raised details. Black wrapping and cord bring the two patterned surfaces together.

Blade steel
Damascus
Blade length
72 cm
Overall length
105 cm
Kiso Hida red-brown Damascus blade beside its dark sculpted guard
Warm blade grain beside a black saya with dragon decoration.
Copper-colored grain near the tip of the Kiso Hida blade

The blade

Red Damascus steel with a copper-toned finish

The blade is specified as Damascus steel with folded grain and a red, copper-toned finish. Its close-up has a wood-grain appearance, with darker flowing lines crossing the warm surface. This is steel, not wood. The blade measures 72 cm and is listed as sharpened and full tang. The exact coloring process and finished hardness are not supplied.

Orange and gold-colored dragon decoration on the black Kiso Hida saya

The fittings

Sculpted fittings and an illustrated black saya

The copper tsuba carries raised dragon and curling cloud details, with dark recesses and a warm rim. Beside it, the copper habaki has geometric cutouts. Black cotton ito covers genuine rayskin on the handle. The photographed saya is glossy black with orange and gold-colored dragon decoration, finished with black twisted cord near its mouth.

Compare the blade grain with the saya material

For silver-colored Damascus steel and plainer black lacquer, see Kamakura. If the warm wood-like appearance is what appeals to you, Ronin Wood takes that color into a rosewood saya instead. The steel guide helps separate blade material, surface finish and hamon when comparing the specifications.

In your collection

Show the warm blade and illustrated saya together

A matching saya and wooden display stand are listed with Kiso Hida. Turn the illustrated face of the black scabbard toward the room so its orange and gold-colored details sit beside the warmer blade grain. A simple background leaves those two patterns clear. Allow space for the 105 cm overall length.

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Caring for your Kiso Hida katana

Use a soft cloth on the decorated lacquer and avoid abrasive products on the colored blade finish. Dry the steel after handling, following the Care & Maintenance instructions above. Keep blade oil off the black cotton and genuine rayskin, and dust gently around the sculpted guard and collar.

Kiso Hida katana questions

Is this a red Damascus steel katana?

Yes. The supplied specification lists Damascus steel with folded grain and a red, copper-toned finish. The photos show warm red-brown and copper shades. The exact process used to create that color is not specified.

Is the blade grain an authentic hamon?

The visible flowing pattern is presented as Damascus grain. An authentic clay-tempered hamon is not specified for Kiso Hida; the grain and color alone do not establish that treatment.

Is the brown wood-grain surface the scabbard?

In the product photos, the red-brown wood-like grain is on the steel blade. The matching saya shown is black, with orange and gold-colored dragon decoration.

What color is the cord on the saya?

The product photos show black twisted cord near the mouth of the saya. It keeps that part of the scabbard dark beside the warmer illustrated decoration.

Is the handle wrapped over genuine rayskin?

Yes. Genuine rayskin is listed beneath black cotton ito. The guard and blade collar are specified as copper, with raised ornament on the guard and geometric openings in the collar.

How does Kiso Hida differ from Ronin Wood?

Kiso Hida pairs a colored Damascus blade with an illustrated black saya. Ronin Wood has a rosewood saya and a T10 blade with a listed clay-tempered hamon. The warm brown appearance comes from different parts of each sword.

How long is Kiso Hida, and does it include a stand?

The listed dimensions are 105 cm overall, a 72 cm blade and a 30 cm handle. The sword comes with a matching saya and a wooden display stand.

Is it a blunt decorative sword?

No. It is listed as a sharpened, full-tang katana. It is sold for collection and display, and its steel edge needs careful handling when you arrange or maintain it.

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4.5/5 · 109 reviews across our store

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1 week ago

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.

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Jake R.
California, US
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3 days ago

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.

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Marcus D.
Texas, US
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2 weeks ago

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.

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Stephanie K.
New York, US
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1 month ago

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.

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Brian C.
Oregon, US
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1 month ago

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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Darnell W.
Georgia, US
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