What material is this sword made of?

Each DRACBLADE sword is hand-forged from high-carbon steel (1060) by master artisans in Longquan, China using traditional techniques passed down through generations.

Is this sword sharpened and functional?

DRACBLADE swords are decorative collectibles with unsharpened blades. They are designed for display, collection, and cultural appreciation — not for combat or cutting.

What is included with my purchase?

Each sword comes with a wooden scabbard (saya) with lacquer finish, a premium display stand with felt padding, a cleaning kit with choji oil and uchiko powder, a certificate of authenticity, and a care instructions manual.

Do you ship worldwide?

Yes, DRACBLADE offers worldwide shipping. Free shipping is available on orders over $199. International customers are responsible for complying with local import regulations.

What is your return policy?

DRACBLADE offers a 30-day return policy on all swords. Each piece is individually hand-forged, so slight variations in hamon pattern and grain are marks of authentic craftsmanship.

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DRACBLADE

Katana - Yamagata Masakage 1095

$409.00 USD

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The blade is Unokubi-Zukuri style, with a back that gets thinner around the middle of the blade and regains its thickness just before the point. It's made of through hardened 1095 high carbon steel. The blade was repeatedly heat treated and hand forged to remove impurities, which gives it strength and flexibility. The blade is full tang with hand engraved Mei (Signature). It is fully functional and battle ready. The sword comes with a leather saya with carrying strap, silk sageo/ito, premium engraved brass fittings, and genuine rayskin. It is suitable for dojo and iaito use, gifts, cutting practice, and display. It is durable enough for cutting tameshigiri, bamboo, bones, and iron wire.

Hand Forged 1095 High Carbon Steel Unokubi Zukuri Katana Leather Saya w/ Back Strap Features:

Product Specifications

Brand	DRACBLADE
Classification	Samurai Sword / Japanese Katana / Ninja Sword
Blade Material	1095 High Carbon Steel
Intended Use	Display & Cosplay
Origin	Longquan, China — City of Swords

Blade Material Deep Dive

1095 high carbon steel with 0.95% carbon content, delivering superior hardness (HRC 56-58) and edge holding.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this sword sharp / battle-ready?

Katana - Yamagata Masakage 1095 is designed as a cosplay prop and display sword. While the blade may arrive sharpened, it is not intended for contact use, cutting practice, or combat of any kind.

What makes 1095 High Carbon Steel special?

1095 high carbon steel with 0.95% carbon content, delivering superior hardness (HRC 56-58) and edge holding.

Can this be used for cosplay or conventions?

Yes — this is one of the ideal uses for this piece. Its authentic appearance makes it perfect for cosplay, LARP, and convention display. Always check your event's weapon policy beforehand.

How is this sword crafted?

Each DRACBLADE sword is hand-forged by artisans in Longquan, China — a city with over 2,600 years of swordmaking tradition. The blade undergoes heat treatment, tempering, grinding, and polishing through 12+ individual steps before final assembly.