Wakizashi Short Sword Katana

The most valuable part of any sword however is its blade, with this 1095 steel sword blade certainly forming a premium foundational core of this Japanese Wakizashi sword. 

1095 high carbon steel is one of the highest carbon content steels used for swordsmithing. Arguably the best steel available for both Wakizashi and Katana sword making, characteristics include a very reliable, hard and sharp battle edge, along with excellent blade elasticity and resilience, which 1095 steel is renowned for. 

Further promoting perfection, is the very difficult process of clay tempering the blade. This process precisely facilitates hardening of the blade’s edge, while leaving the blade’s core and spine softer and thus resilient. Definitely a marker of advanced Japanese sword making technology and visibly identifiable on this sword’s blade. 

The natural rosewood scabbard, along with solid brass sword fittings complement the black sword theme very nicely. And the hardwood, wrapped with genuine stingray-skin & quality cord form a traditional and very effective Japanese Samurai handle grip. 

This Shoto sword is a prominent work of art. It’s a collectable piece, a pleasure to own and a formidable close quarters weapon to use. 

Key Features:

• 1095 sword steel – hard, reliable battle edge with excellent blade resilience and elasticity. 
• Genuine clay tempered with a visible wave Hamon.
• Perfect concealed sword weapon – easy to smuggle amongst clothing for surprise attacks. 
• Single edged sword blade – primary cutting edge with full structural strength blade spine. 
• One handed sword – used with a single hand, very quick, and exceptionally deadly when paired with a second weapon. 
• Versatile tactical Wakizashi sword – equally balanced cutting, slashing and thrusting shortsword. 
• Both battle ready and ornamental quality with illustrated snake sword fittings.

Short Sword Katana Specifications:

• Note: Stand in photos is for demonstration purposes only and NOT included.
• Overall Wakizashi length: 78cm.
• Wakizashi blade length: 52cm.
• Handle length: 23cm.
• Width of blade (near Habaki): 3.2cm.
• Thickness of blade: 0.7cm.
• Blade process: 1095 carbon steel sword blade. 
• Tempering process: Genuine clay tempered with visible wave Hamon. 
• Hardness: Edge – 60 HRC; Core & spine – 35 HRC. 
• Handle material: Hardwood wrapped with genuine sting-ray skin & quality cord Ito. 
• Sword fittings material: Brass.
• Saya material (scabbard): Natural rosewood. 
• Sageo material (scabbard cord): Quality cord. 
• Tang: Full tang Wakizashi. 
• Included: Sword bag; certification. 
• Item: Samurai Wakizashi sword for sale.