Katana – Red Wave Pattern Manganese Steel Battle-Ready Blade | Shadow Demon

【Overview】

This katana features a vivid red blade adorned with flowing wave-like patterns, creating a bold and mysterious presence inspired by legendary cursed swords. Forged for durability and visual impact, it combines dramatic aesthetics with the exceptional toughness of manganese steel, making it suitable for both collectors and practical users.

【Blade & Craftsmanship】

The blade is hand-forged from high-performance manganese steel, valued for its superior toughness and resistance to bending.

A controlled red heat-treated finish is applied to the blade surface, followed by a dual-line hand polishing process that reveals elegant water wave patterns along the blade.

The blade is completed through approximately 13 stages of hand polishing, ensuring clarity of pattern and reliable sharpness.

【Design & Mountings】

All mountings are crafted from solid copper and red copper, providing excellent durability and a refined metallic contrast against the red blade.

Floral engravings accented in gold and silver tones add a subtle layer of luxury while maintaining a cohesive and powerful design language.

【Handle & Saya】

The saya is made from ipe hardwood, finished with a red glitter frost coating and detailed dragon artwork.

A thick black-and-red sageo cord completes the design, reinforcing the sword’s dramatic and commanding appearance.

【Performance】

This katana delivers exceptional sharpness, capable of cleanly cutting water-filled bottles and tatami mats.

The inherent resilience of manganese steel ensures reliable performance during practical use and training.

【Specifications】

Overall length: 103 cm (40.6 in)

Blade length: 72 cm (28.3 in)

Handle length: 27 cm (10.6 in)

Blade width: 3.2 cm (1.26 in)

Blade thickness: 0.7 cm (0.28 in)

Total weight: 1.2 kg (2.65 lb)

Net weight: 1.0 kg (2.20 lb)

【Usage & Gift】

Ideal for collectors, martial arts practice, fitness cutting, and interior display.

Its red wave-pattern blade and dragon-themed saya make it a striking and memorable gift for katana enthusiasts.