Black Ishime Lacquered Saya 黒石目塗 Katana Fuchi-kashira (縁頭) are plain steel

Fuchi-kashira (縁頭) are plain steel with a smooth finish

finished with a glossy surface

The folding process produces a refined Nashiji-hada (梨子地肌)

tightly wrapped in hineri-maki (捻巻) style

Black Ishime Lacquered Saya 黒石目塗 Katana Fuchi-kashira (縁頭) are plain steelHandcrafted Black Ishime Lacquered Saya with Natural Horn FittingsKoshirae Grade Finish This handcrafted saya features a Kuro ishime nuri () finisha deep black lacquer surface textured with fine, stone like granules. The ishime technique produces a subtle, matte appearance that highlights durability and quiet sophistication, offering a restrained alternative to high gloss lacquer styles. The rich black tone enhances a sense of strength and formality