Dragon X Katana – Folded steel with stone pattern
Dragon X is a katana focused on traditional aesthetics and visual material depth. The blade is crafted from industrial folded steel that creates a dynamic surface texture. Combined with a defined spine structure and classic black fittings, Dragon X carries a timeless yet powerful presence.
Blade
The blade is made from industrial pattern-welded steel (folded steel), where multiple layers of steel are forge-bonded together to create the characteristic flowing wave pattern. The layered structure is metallurgically integral throughout the blade and gives it its distinctive appearance, it is not a superficial acid etch.
The steel is oil quenched to achieve an even and stable hardness across the entire blade. This results in a balanced combination of strength and durability, while allowing the layered pattern to remain clearly visible through the polishing process.
Along the spine (mune), a stone pattern finish adds a raw and more aggressive aesthetic. The stone pattern is a decorative surface feature and should not be confused with heat treatment or hamon. The blade has a hardness of approximately 60 HRC.
Tsuba + Tsuka
The tsuba is richly decorated with dragon motifs and made of zinc alloy with a gold-colored finish. The shape is three-dimensional and serves as a clear visual center in the design of the sword. The other fittings are also made of zinc alloy and follow the same theme.
The handle (tsuka) is wrapped with black ito over genuine stingray leather , in a traditional diamond pattern. The construction is stable and provides a secure grip.
Saya
The Saya is made of lacquered wood with a glossy black finish. The clean surface creates a strong contrast to the blade's complex pattern and allows the details of the forging to stand out.
The sageo is black and knotted in a classic style, adapted to the overall expression of the sword.
Specifications
Type: Katana
Total length: approx. 103 cm
Blade length: approx. 72 cm
Handle length: approx. 26 cm
Blade width: approx. 3.2 cm
Blade thickness: approx. 0.7 cm
Weight: approx. 1.25 kg
Steel: Industrial Folded Steel
Hardness: approx. 60 HRC
Blade surface (back): Stone pattern
Hamon: No
Samegawa: Genuine stingray leather
Tsuka winding: Black ito
Tsuba & fittings: Zinc alloy
Habaki: Brass
Saya: Lacquered wood, black finish
NOTE!
This is a handmade sword . Variations in pattern, hamon and surface finish are natural and a sign of genuine craftsmanship, no two copies are identical.