Hand-Forged Premium Wakizashis – The Essence of Japanese Swordsmanship

Our hand-forged premium Wakizashis combine centuries-old Japanese sword-making tradition with modern precision. Each Wakizashi impresses with exceptional sharpness, perfect balance, and intricately crafted details that embody the spirit of the samurai. These exclusive short swords are ideal for martial arts training, traditional practice, and as remarkable collectibles. Experience authentic craftsmanship that fuses tradition with contemporary quality in a truly elegant short sword.

High End Wakizashis

Kanshiki Wakizashi

This is a Thaitsuki sword and we believe in quality over quantity. Thaitsuki Nihonto swords are hand-made, fully functional, and "battle ready" katanas. They are best suited for practice in all sword arts, completion cutting, and collecting. The Japanese Katanas, hand-made by Thaitsuki Nihonto, are of the highest quality, traditionally made and perfected for over 400 years. Thaitsuki Nihonto has been producing Japanese swords for professional collectors and practitioners of Iaido, Iaijutsu, and Kenjutsu for over 400 years! The blade of the Kanshiki Wakizashi is handmade and forged from special high carbon Japanese steel (DC53) making a strong, flexible blade with naginata-hi (groove). With 2 different HRC grades on the back (40) and on the edge (60) the blade is very strong. The blade is about 7mm wide on the habaki and about 5,5mm on the chu kissaki.The tsuka (handle) is covered in black same (ray skin) and the Tsuka Ito (handle wrap) is best japanese goldbrown 10mm wide silk. The brass tsuba shows a special design. The koiguchi is made from real buffalo horn and the handmade saya was made from dried poplar wood. The kurigata is made from wood. The habaki and the seppa are also made from 92,5% silver and the habaki shows a sakura motif. At the end of the saya is a kojiri made from real buffalo horn mounted which prevents the saya from breaking when hit hard on the floor, eg when training iaido. Fuchi and Kashira are detailed and feature a special polish and a nice design. The menuki are made from 92,5% silver and show a 3 leafes.The Kanshiki Wakizashi is a fully functional Japanese wakizashi and not a replica, it is considered a weapon and it is extremely sharp. This sword can easily sever a 7" thick bamboo with single stroke. The Kanshiki Wakizashi can be completely disassembled for full maintenance.This sword can also be made dull so that you can use it for practice, like in Iaido ! Details : Blade length: 57.15 cm Overall length: 74 cm Hand forged Clay tempered and water quenched blade.Hardness 55 HRC(Edge) 40 HRC(Body) Clay coated. Unokubi Zukuri. Genuine black same’ tsuka, Japanese gold-brown silk Tsuka Ito. Silver seppa and HANA habaki. Silver menuki. Brass fuchi and kashira. Dark-brown lacquer gloss saya with buffalo horn koikuchi,sayajiri.

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Tactical Wakizashi

The "Sidearm of the Samurai" gets a serious update in our Tactical Wak, designed for strenuous outdoor use and protection. Based on the blade geometry and superb cutting ability of the Paul Chen Raptor series wakizashi but with full tang construction for ultimate strength, the Tactical Wak is equal to any required task and then some. The 5160 high-carbon spring steel blade is sharp as ever and the checkered Kraton handle provides a sure foul-weather grip. The fiberglass scabbard construction avoids water absorption and reduces carrying weight, while several lanyard holes and the included ParaCord provide carrying and backpack attachment options. Specifications: Overall: 78,74 cm Blade Length: 50,8 cm Handle Length: 21,59 cm Weight: 0,85 kg Blade Steel: 5160 Specs will vary slightly from piece to piece.

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Tenkei Wakizashi

The blade is made from hand-forged 1095er carbon steel, built in Kobus cross-section. The tempering is made differentiated with clay coat. At the cutting edge the hardness is 60 HRC, at the back of the blade at about 40 HRC. The handle is green silk with traditional in-katate maki wrapped style, highlighted with genuine ray skin. The handmade, with gold and silver finished, decorations (Tsuba, Menuki, Fuchi and Kashira), give this sword its noble, unique appearance. The black, high gloss lacquered scabbard has terminations (koiguchi, kurigata, Kojiri) from Buffalo horn, and a high-quality silk Sageo. The delivery includes an attractive collector's box made from wood, a printed cloth bag, a seal and a certificate. Details: Blade length up to Tsuba: 52 cm Handle Length: 25 cm Overall length without scabbard: 77 cm Weight without scabbard: 880 g

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Citadel

Lotus Wakizashi

Citadel's swords and knives are completely hand-made one off customs made entirely in their small shop in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. We've asked them to make for us a few in the same style, but made in the same way as their custom swords. Crafted individually from start to finish, each one is of course a bit unique in it's own way. Limited to just 20 swords, each is signed by the smith on the nakago with the sword number and comes with a matching certificate.The "Wakizashi" or Short Sword was worn with the longer katana, when the pair matched in theme they were considered a Daisho. However, when the katana was surrendered upon entering a home the wakizashi was not, making it truly the side-arm of the Samurai! The fittings are hand cut and shaped from pure iron, an extremely tough material that takes a deep black patina and needs minimal maintenance. Iron will bend under tremendous shock instead of break, a feature any samurai would appreciate. The Lotus design of the tsuba is in an older, simpler style (kyo sukashi, maru gata) that reflects the nature of the sword.The tsuka or handle and scabbard are hand carved to fit each individual sword ensuring a proper fit. The it or handle wrap is of black natural silk imported from Japan. It is tightly wrapped around the full same-gawa or ray skin wrap with the proper hishigami or paper triangles present to ensure a long life of use. The saya is lacquered to a semi-gloss finish with buffalo horn mounts (koiguchi, kurikata and kojiri).These are extremely limited in numbers to be produced (20 only!). Each blade is signed on the tang with the model and number and includes a stamped certificate of authenticity.These swords are entirely hand-made by Citadel.Collect the set; a samurai wore two swords; the matching long sword, Katana, is also available to complete your collection. Key Features: Limited Edition (20 only!) Hand Forged Blade Made for Cutting Practice SPECIFICATIONS Overall: 29 1/2" Blade Length: 21 1/4" Weight: 1lb 9oz Blade Steel: DNH7 Specs will vary slightly from piece to piece.

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Golden Oriole Wakizashi

During the Muromachi period (1568-1603), the introduction of the pairing of the Katana (the curved sword) and Wakizashi was introduced. The Wakizashi, or the shorter companion blade to the Katana, was about 18 inches long. Only the warrior class - the Samurai - was allowed to wear the two swords, which remained a custom for the next several hundred years until abolished in the 19th century. This Wakizashi is the companion piece to the Golden Oriole Katana, with matching fittings and blade construction. Supplied with protective cloth bag. KEY FEATURES: Hand forged high-carbon steel Built for cutting Traditional construction MEASUREMENTS: BLADE LENGTH: 20 ¾" HANDLE LENGTH: 7 1/4" OVERALL LENGTH: 28" WEIGHT: 1lb 8oz

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Bamboo Mat Wakizashi

The Bamboo Mat Wakizashi features a chu-kissaki blade of Hanwei's own high-alloy HWS-2S steel, which combines impressive performance with a striking O-choji hamon. This steel is made in Hanwei's new factory, with high-tech equipment, producing a very pure, advanced-metallurgy blade with excellent edge-holding capability and resilience. The fittings feature a bamboo-themed black iron tsuba, textured in a bamboo mat design with a jointed bamboo rim and highlighted with gold-tipped bamboo leaves. The fuchi/kashira follow the same theme and the golden menuki feature a pair of sparrows. The saya is finished in high-gloss lacquer with horn fittings. Made by Hanwei. Details: Length: 65 cm Blade length: 47.6 cm Weight: 680 g Blade steel: HWS-2S Specs will vary slightly from piece to piece.

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Pine Crane Wakizashi

The artisans of Dragon King offer us another exquisite piece of revered symbolism from Japanese culture with the Pine Crane Daisho Set. The red-crown crane holds profound respect and power in the Japanese mythos believed to live for a thousand years. As a symbol of authority, a Japanese idiom says, “one word from the crane” referring to the final word that isn’t challenged. Marrying the symbolism of the pine tree, another icon of power, longevity and wisdom, Shinto beliefs state that the gods of heaven reside in the ancient pines. Often used in wedding attire, the red-crown crane mates for life which make sense to pair this theme with a matching wakizashi. The Pine Crane motif carries throughout both pieces in stirring flows of earth tones. The embossing on the bronzed steel tsuba, fuchi and kashira is so finely detailed echoing life in art. The black cotton ito (handle wrap) is beautifully contrasted by the white same, silver crane menuki, seppa, habaki and the bronzed fittings. The 19 5/8” forged T10 blade boasts a gorgeously prominent hamon with a mirror finished ji and mune. The 1 1/4” kissaki pierces quick and deep as the bill of crane. The textured brown saya contains all this majesty and power highlighted by the first 7” black and matte striped paint with a charcoal and copper accented sageo and buffalo horn korikata and kojiri. Specifications Overall: 27 3/4" Blade Length: 19 5/8" Handle Length: 6 7/8" Weight: 1 lbs 12 oz Sori: 1/2" Blade Steel: T10 Hrc Edge: 60 Hrc Back: 40 Specs will vary slightly from piece to piece.

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Imori Wakizashi

The hand forged, sharp blade is ground out of hardened carbon steel. The handle is traditionally wrapped with dark blue cotton in Katate-Maki-Style, backed with genuine ray skin. The decoration of the sword (Tsuba, Fuchi, Kashira, Menuki) shows a golden newt. The sword comes with a printed cloth bag, collector box, stamp and certificate. Details: Blade length up to Tsuba: 51.5 cm Handle Length: 25 cm Overall length without scabbard: 76.5 cm Weight without scabbard: 830 g

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Wakizashi - Warrior Series

The Japanese swords of the Imperial Series have proven since their initial introduction almost two years ago, to be quite popular with many of our customers. Still, we are aware that there are some people who want a battle ready sword but hope to find one at a more affordable price. Our new Warrior Series addresses this problem directly. In our efforts to reduce the costliness of the blades, we have omitted the expensive mirror polishing that we used on the Imperial swords to create a new series of Japanese swords with a more practical finish. The Warrior Series swords are very handsome in their own right and share the same steel, heat treatment, and sharpness as their more expensive Imperial counterparts. Like the Imperial swords, they have Same covered, cord wrapped handles and quality fittings. If you´re in the market for a strong, good looking, reasonably priced Japanese sword we know you´ll be happy to own one of these. Specifications: Weight without Saya: 857 g Thick: 0.8 cm Blade: 53,34 cm Handle: 21,59 cm Same (Ray Skin). black braid cord with brass Menuki Steel: 1055 High Carbon Overall: 74,93 cm Scabbard: Black Lacquered Wood Scabbard

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Lotus Seed Wakizashi

A beautiful symbol of the circular journey of enlightenment, the lotus seed starts its life in the muck before growing in to a stalk to emerge from the muddy water to blossom. As the bloom fades the maturing seeds fall back in to the mud to continue the cycle of rebirth, which is so beautifully depicted in our Lotus Seed Daisho set from Dragon King. Like the lotus blossom the Lotus Seed Katana transitions from various shade of violet from the wrapped cotton ito (handle wrap), the gold and purple sageo on the smooth deep, dark lacquered saya. Copper seeds accent the blackened furniture throughout the handle. The immaculately detailed budding seed pod following the shedding of its pedals centers the entire piece. Silver dragonfly menuki, seppa and habiki splash highlights across the 7" tsuka. The 19 3/8” forged T10 blade features a midare or irregular hamon (temper) line much like the path of life with its ups and downs. The wakizashi completes the motif with a bold statement both physically and metaphorically without being audacious in design. Specifications Overall: 27 1/2" Blade Length: 19 3/8" Handle Length: 7" Weight: 1 lbs 11 oz Sori: 1/2" Blade Steel: T10 Hrc Edge: 60 Hrc Back: 40 Specs will vary slightly from piece to piece.

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Citadel

Ocean Wakizashi

Citadel's swords and knives are completely hand-made one off customs made entirely in their small shop in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. We've asked them to make for us a few in the same style, but made in the same way as their custom swords. Crafted individually from start to finish, each one is of course a bit unique in it's own way. Limited to 20 swords, each is signed by the smith on the nakago with the sword number and comes with a matching certificate.The "Wakizashi" or Short Sword was worn with the longer katana, when the pair matched in theme they were considered a Daisho. However, when the katana was surrendered upon entering a home the wakizashi was not, making it truly the side-arm of the Samurai! This sword features an ocean theme, with a nami or wave tsuba and turbulent water fuchi and kashira. The blade is hand forged and differentially hardened DNH7 high carbon steel. Each blade is hand polished using traditional stones and powders to produce an authentic look. This sword features a full length bo-hi or fuller to lighten and balance the blade. The hi continues through the habaki and into the nakago, with the copper habaki forged to follow the hi.The tsuka is carved to each individual sword ensuring a tight friction fit with a full same-gawa wrap. The ito or handle wrapping is natural white silk imported from Japan, the ito is dyed with tea to give it a slight tan color that will darken a bit with use. The saya is lacquered in a deep midnight blue with a same-gawa or sting ray skin wrap. Each saya is carved for the individual sword ensuring a proper snug fit.These are extremely limited in numbers to be produced (20 only!). Each blade is signed on the tang with the model and number and includes a stamped certificate of authenticity.These swords are entirely hand-made by Citadel.Collect the set; a samurai wore two swords, the matching long sword (Katana) is also available to complete your collection. Key Features: Limited Edition (20 only) Hand Forged Blade Hand Carved Pure Iron Fittings SPECIFICATIONS Overall: 29 1/2" Blade Length: 21 1/4" Weight: 1lb 7oz Blade Steel: DNH7 Specs will vary slightly from piece to piece.

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Lion Dog Wakizashi

The Lion Dog Wakizashi features an O-Kissaki blade of Hanwei's own high-alloy HWS-1S steel, which combines superior performance with an outstanding O-choji hamon. This steel is made in Hanwei's new factory, with high-tech equipment, producing a very pure advanced-metallurgy blade with the best edge-holding capability and resilience of any blade ever produced by Hanwei. The outstanding performance characteristics of blades forged from HWS-1S steel derive from a combination of the careful selection of alloying elements and a complex processing procedure, basically involving the manipulation of the steel’s carbon content across the blade section. This results in a very tough and resilient blade with a hard, highly abrasion-resistant edge. The sharply detailed fittings feature a Lion-dog themed black iron tsuba, with matching fuchi/kashira and golden peony menuki. The complex saya features a gloss-lacquered ribbed section at the koiguchi/kurikata with the balance spatter-lacquered for a very attractive appearance. The premium multi-coloured sageo is hand-woven in pure silk. Made by Hanwei. Details: Length: 69.5 cm Blade length: 52 cm Weight: 737 g Blade steel: HWS-1S Specs will vary slightly from piece to piece.

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Modern Wakizashi - Bohi

Due to the popularity of our Modern Series from Dragon King and the demand for versions with bo-hi, we proudly present the next versions of this popular genre. Keeping all the specifications of their predecessors, this new katana, wakizashi and tanto series will feature a dragon motif. Our Modern Series represents a contemporary interpretation of what the renowned Samurai would look like in our time. Using the best of the latest technological materials, the low maintenance of this katana is perfect for the urban warrior of today. The humble attributes of this katana bely its true strength and resilience. The differentially tempered 27 1/4” 1566 steel blade features a real hamon line with a copper habaki and seppa. The tsuka encapsulates the tang in textured G10 and is dual pinned for a secure grip which is unremovable. The silver menuki on the tsuka are dragons which are embedded in the handle. The textured black saya features an olive paracord sageo around a polymer kurikata and kojiri. The Modern Katana also has the Modern Tanto as a companion piece to complete your modern warrior collection. Key Features: 19 1/2” 1566 steel blade Encapsulated G10 Handle Textured black saya Specifications Overall: 27 3/4" Blade Length: 20" Handle Length: 6 3/8" Weight: 1 lbs 4 oz Thickness at Guard: 5.7mm Thickness at Tip: 2.5mm Sori: 5/8 Blade Steel: 1566 Hrc Edge: 60 Hrc Back: 40 Handle Material: G10 Specs will vary slightly from piece to piece.

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Isamashii Wakizashi

This is a Thaitsuki sword and we believe in quality over quantity. Thaitsuki Nihonto swords are hand-made, fully functional, and "battle ready" katanas. They are best suited for practice in all sword arts, completion cutting, and collecting. The Japanese Katanas, hand-made by Thaitsuki Nihonto, are of the highest quality, traditionally made and perfected for over 400 years. Thaitsuki Nihonto has been producing Japanese swords for professional collectors and practitioners of Iaido, Iaijutsu, and Kenjutsu for over 400 years! The blade of the Kanshiki Wakizashi is handmade and forged from special high carbon Japanese steel (DC53) making a strong, flexible blade with naginata-hi (groove). With 2 different HRC grades on the back (40) and on the edge (60) the blade is very strong. The blade is about 7mm wide on the habaki and about 5,5mm on the chu kissaki. The tsuka (handle) is covered in white same (ray skin) and the Tsuka Ito (handle wrap) is best japanese black 10mm wide silk. The brass tsuba shows a special design. The koiguchi is made from real buffalo horn and the handmade saya was made from dried poplar wood. The kurigata is made from wood. The habaki and the seppa are also made from 92,5% silver and the habaki shows a sakura motif. At the end of the saya is a kojiri made from real buffalo horn mounted which prevents the saya from breaking when hit hard on the floor, eg when training iaido. Fuchi and Kashira are detailed and feature a special polish and a nice design. The menuki are made from 92,5% silver and show a 3 leafes. The Isamashii Wakizashi is a fully functional japanese wakizashi and not a replica, it is considered a weapon and it is extremely sharp. This sword can easily sever a 7" thick bamboo with single stroke. The Isamashii Wakizashi can be completely disassembled for full maintenance. This sword can also be made dull so that you can use it for practice, like in Iaido ! Details : Blade length: 57 cm Tsuka length: 21 cm Tang length: 17.78 Overall length: 81 cm Balance Point: 11.43 cm Tsuka Ito: white silk Weight with Saya: 900 g Weight without Saya: 700 g Ha (edge) 60-63 HRC Habuchi (temper line) 43-46 HRC Ji bis Mune (edge to back of the blade) 33-36 HRC

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Shikoto Eternal Edge Wakizashi

The Shikoto Eternal Edge Wakizashi is a stunning blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern performance, featuring a T10 carbon steel blade renowned for its strength and edge retention. The wood scabbard, finished with a sleek glossy black lacquer, enhances the wakizashi’s striking appearance while offering reliable protection for the blade. Adorned with a finely detailed samurai tsuba, this sword embodies the spirit of the warrior, making it a must-have for collectors and martial artists alike. Whether displayed or wielded, the Shikoto Wakizashi delivers both elegance and power. Details: EXCELLENT MATERIALS: T10 carbon steel blade for superior strength and edge retention INCLDUDED ACCESSORIES: Wood scabbard with a glossy black lacquer finish for a sleek, protective design INTRICATE DETAILS: Finely detailed samurai tsuba adds authenticity and visual appeal

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Koi Wakizashi

The Koi Wakizashi from Paul Chen has a hand-forged T10 high-carbon steel blade. The blade on this is differentially hardened using the traditional claying method. The Koi Wakizashi is mounted in black and white and features black same, the tsuka-ito is made of premium white Japanese cotton. The saya is finished in a deep black lacquer with a black and white striped cotton sageo. A finely rendered Koi, with true front-and-back detail, forms the black iron tsuba. The fittings are superbly antiqued adding to the aesthetics of the piece. The Koi Wakizashi from Hanwei is supplied with a protective cloth bag and traditional maintenance kit. It is said that a Koi swims up rivers and climbs waterfalls with bravery not unlike a Samurai warrior. As well, it is said that if a Koi is caught, it will lie still beneath the knife, facing its death bravely like a Samurai facing a sword. Details: Overall length: approx. 70.8 cm Blade Length: approx. 50 cm Handle Length: approx. 16.5 cm Blade Material: T10 High-Carbon Steel Weight: approx. 652.5 g Point of Balance: approx. 10.8 cm Sori: approx. 2.5 cm

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Crane Wakizashi

The Crane wakizashi by Bugei is an elegant sword at a very reasonable price. The Crane tapers more towards the tip than our heavier *feeling* Samurai model. The Crane style is forged out of Swedish powdered steel with a dramatic hada, grain pattern, resulting from the forging/folding process. The tsuba, guard, is a pierced crane style and quite beautiful. The Crane symbolizes wisdom and longevity. The menuki are a younger and an older scholar/sage. The meaning is this, a man of wisdom and integrity would be long in the service of his lord, usually surviving one lord to serve the next generation, thus the analogy with the Crane, wisdom and longevity. This wakizashi will serve well those who want a faster blade for iaido and yet still want a blade that has the strength for serious cutting. The 6.5 inch tsuka is wrapped in black silk ito. The wakizashi is a shinogi zukuri blade shape with a length of 18.5 inches. As with all of Bugei's swords, each Crane wakizashi is inspected and prepped by Keith Larman to insure the quality of the sword that you receive from us. The beautiful hada (grain in the steel) is very apparent in our swords. This is the result of the extensive forging and folding process that is done by hand for each individual sword. The Crane tsuba is extraordinary in it's beauty and detail. It is a light tsuba and adds to the overall lightness of the blade. Details: Blade length: 47.6 cm Handle length: 14,3 cm Overall length: 67.5 cm Steel: Swedish Powdered Steel Folded Steel: no Weight: 0.68 kg

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Mizutori (Crane) Wakizashi

The Mizutori (Crane) Wakizashi mirrors the materials, fit and finish of its larger brother in every way except size. It’s equally light and fast, and with the same high-quality materials, but at a fraction of the size, making it an exquisite companion piece to the Mizutori Katana, or a beautiful stand-alone blade. Specifications: Blade Length: 21" Blade Thick: 7mm Overall Length: 27 1/2" Steel: 1095 Carbon Weight: 28.1 oz Handle: 6 1/2" Samé (Ray Skin) Handle w/ Brown Braid Cord w/ Brass Menuki Scabbard: Black Lacquered Wood Scabbard

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Shinto Wakizashi

The Shinto Wakizashi from Paul Chen of Hanwei has a hand-forged T10 high-carbon steel blade with Bo-Hi. The blade is differentially hardened using the traditional claying method. The Wakizashi is mounted in black and the tsuka-ito is made of premium black Japanese cotton. The saya is finished in a deep black lacquer with a black cotton sageo. A finely rendered dragon, detailed in gold, with true front-and-back detail, forms the black iron tsuba. The fittings are superbly antiqued adding to the aesthetics of the piece. The Shinto Wakizashi is supplied with a protective cloth bag and traditional maintenance kit. Specifications Overall: 27 3/4“ Blade Length: 20“ Handle Length: 6 1/2“ Weight: 1lb 7oz Thickness at Guard: 0.240

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Wakizashi Sword Long Handle (Dragonfly Series)

The classic Japanese battle sword in all its incarnations has been celebrated for centuries, not only for its elegant lines and simple beauty but also for the technique and skill that went into its construction.Most swords offered today are interpretive copies of antiquities from feudal Japan. They were made for warriors of small stature who seldom rose above five and a half feet. As skillfully designed as these swords are, they may not be perfectly suited for the twenty-first-century warrior, who benefited from contemporary advances in childhood nutrition and healthcare and grew up to be a substantially taller, stronger, and more athletic version of his historical counterpart.As a way of compensating for this size disparity, Cold Steel has created the Dragonfly Series. These swords feature thicker, wider and heavier blades, which mirror the Emperor Series in respect to heat treatment, polish, quality of furnishings, and attention to detail, but with a few departures.Most noticeable are the distinctive teal-green silk cord-wrap and black samé (rayskin) used on the handles and the black iron furniture that bears the dragonfly motif. Also, the polished blades are more strongly curved than the Emperor blades and terminate in a long "iris leaf" point for maximum cutting and slashing potential. Additionally, these swords come with two protective bags. Included is an intricately decorative display bag that's made from the finest heavy silk metallic brocade. Details: Blade Length: 22.0" Thickness: 0.3125" Overall Length: 33.50" Steel: 1060 Carbon Steel Handle: 11.50" Samé (Rayskin) Handle with Teal Green Silk Braid Cord & Brass Menuki Scabbard: Black Lacquered Wood Scabbard This is an item from the Cold Steel program in 2020.

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Wakizashi, Long Handle

A few years ago, Cold Steel® launched a new line of high-quality Japanese swords under the name Emperor series. The customer response was extremely positive, but the thought arose that there are also lovers of Asian naked weapons who want to buy a combat-ready sword at a cheaper price.The introduction of the Warrior series was the logical answer to this demand. Like the Emperor swords, the models in the Warrior collection are made of 1060 high-performance steel. The hardening and sharpness of the blades are also identical. In order to reduce the production costs, the elaborate high-gloss polishing was dispensed with and a more appropriate finish was chosen. The Warrior collection is the perfect choice to train and perform cut tests (Tameshigiri) without damaging the blade. Details: Thickness 5/16" Blade Length 21” Handle 11 1/4" Long Steel / Material 1060 Carbon Overall 32 1/4" Additional Feature Samé (Ray Skin) Handle with Black Braid Cord and Brass Menuki. Black Lacquered Wood Scabbard. This is an item from the Cold Steel program in 2020.

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Wind and Thunder Wakizashi

The Katana of the Wind and Thunder set is designed specifically for the martial artist who needs a sword to meet the demands of heavy target cutting. The Katana features a heavier and thicker blade with traditional furniture and fittings. The set features black iron Raiden tsuba and Tomoe motif fuchi and kashira. The tsuka are wrapped in genuine same (ray skin) and the tsuka-ito is premium Japanese black cotton. The saya is finished in a traditional black laquer with a black cotton sageo. The Katana is an excellent choice for batto-jutsu practitioners. See models #1263 and #1270 for the Katana and Tanto. Specifications: Blade length: 19 3/4" Handle length: 6 1/2" Overall length: 26 1/2" Weight: 1.85 lb Point of Balance: 3 1/2" Width at Guard: 1.14" Width at Tip: .98" Thickness at Guard: .30" Thickness at Tip: .25" Sori: 1/2"

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Tsunami Wakizashi

Each piece in the Tsunami Series is stylized with the renowned Tomoe motif. The tsuba, fuchi, & kashira are made of black iron and marked with the Tomoe crest (mon). The blades are hand-forged from T10 high-carbon steel and are differentially tempered using traditional claying methods. The temper line (hamon) is evident and prominent. Each piece has a deeply lacquered black saya with a one-piece brass habaki construction. Real ray skin (same) is used on the tsuka, and the tsuka-ito and sageo are made of premium woven Japanese black cotton. The katana and wakizashi are constructed with a large o-kissaki and are ideal for cutting exercises (tameshigiri). The handle on the tanto is an attractive ribbed buffalo horn. KEY FEATURES: * High-carbon steel * Deeply lacquered black saya * Ideal for cutting exercises MEASUREMENTS: HANDLE LENGTH: 16.51 cm BLADE LENGTH: 47 cm OVERALL LENGTH: 67.31 cm WEIGHT: 765.45 g THICKNESS: 0.74 cm

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Shikoto Hidden Samurai Wakizashi And Scabbard

This Shikoto Wakizashi was inspired by and is worthy of the warrior who fights in the shadows - the Ninja hidden in the night. It has a keenly sharp, 12 3/4” T10 carbon steel burned blade, which extends from a brass habaki and a brass Samurai tsuba. The hardwood handle is wrapped in genuine, tea-colored rayskin and brown cord and features brass dragon menuki. The 20” overall Wakizashi slides smoothly into a black, lacquered wooden scabbard with brown cord-wrap accent. Also included is a certificate of authenticity with forging specifications, signed by the master swordsmith who crafted the blade. Details: Blade length: 32.38 cm Total length: 50 cm Blade material: T10 carbon steel The matching Shikoto Katana can be found under number 11955, and the matching Tanto # 11956.

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Shikoto Hammer-Forged Longquan Master Teal Wakizashi

When you hold a Shikoto Hammer-Forged Longquan Master sword in your hand, you are holding the same weapon a warrior used more than 2,500 years ago. Using methods used by Bronze Age swordsmiths, the 19 3/4” 1060 high carbon steel blade has been hammer-forged and clay tempered to produce a visible hamon line. Differential hardening gives this magnificent sword a harder cutting edge and a softer spine, which is the hallmark of a high-quality weapon. The tsuba and handle fittings are of solid brass with an aged bronze finish and the wooden handle has teal traditional cord wrapping over genuine, tea-dyed rayskin. A black lacquered and polished wooden scabbard with cord-wrapping houses the blade. Also included with the Shikoto Longquan Master Teal Wakizashi Sword is a certificate of authenticity with forging specifications, signed by the master swordsmith who crafted the blade. Details: Blade length: 50.2cm Total Length: 78.1 cm Blade material: 1060 carbon steel

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Shobu Zukuri Wakizashi

The "Shobu" Wakizashi is a warriors blade that hearkens back to the 14th century, a strong beautiful blade in the robust, classic Shobu Zukuri style. This wakizashi is an exceptional cutting blade as the samurai proved against the Mongol invaders where this style of sword proved more effective against the Mongol armor. This style of robust shobu zukuri evolved from the naginata/nagamaki that were renowned for their strength and cutting power. Shobu Zukuri means iris leaf, which refers to the shape of the beautifully curved kissaki. In our efforts to keep alive the Samurai past we enjoy reproducing historical blades of the samurai. This is a sword of the samurai, from a time when they were the elite warriors of Japan. It is our heaviest, most robust sword. Our Shobu Zukuri is a longer wakizashi at near 20" long with a 6.5" tsuka. The tsuba is a "hamidashi" style tsuba that complements the design of the Shobu Katana. The tsuka is wrapped in black silk ito and the saya is gloss black. Each blade is individually hand forged from Swedish Powdered Steel but is not folded to keep the price more affordable. The sword has a gentle suguha or sometimes a gentle notare hamon both of which we we felt more appropriate given the unfolded steel and the idea of a serious, no-nonsense sword. Swedish Powdered Steel is exceptional for it's purity and even carbon distribution. Starting then with the best steel the smith then hammer forges each sword individually. Careful heat treating produces a sword with a true martensite hamon (rockwell 60-62). The differential hardening leaves the body of the sword softer and more ductile, making it able to withstand shock in the classic Japanese tradition. Details: Blade length: 50.5 cm Handle length: 13.7 cm Overall length: 70.5 cm Steel: Swedish Powdered Steel Folded Steel: no Weight: 0.74 kg

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Shikoto Longquan Master Wakizashi

When you hold a Shikoto Hammer-Forged Longquan Master sword in your hand, you are holding the same weapon a warrior used more than 2,500 years ago. Using methods used by Bronze Age swordsmiths, each T10 high carbon steel blade has been hammer-forged and clay tempered to produce a visible hamon line. Differential hardening gives these magnificent swords a harder cutting edge and a softer spine, which is the hallmark of a high-quality weapon. The tsubas and handle fittings are of solid iron and the wooden handles have traditional cord wrapping over genuine, tea-dyed rayskin. Black lacquered and polished wooden scabbards with cord-wrapping house the blades. Also included with each sword is a certificate of authenticity with forging specifications, signed by the master swordsmith who crafted the blade. Features: Blade material: T10 carbon steel Blade length: 50.2 cm Total length: 78.1 cm

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Citadel

Bamboo Wakizashi

Citadel's swords and knives are completely hand-made one off customs made entirely in their small shop in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. We've asked them to make for us a few in the same style, but made in the same way as their custom swords. Crafted individually from start to finish, each one is of course a bit unique in it's own way. Limited to just 20 swords, each is signed by the smith on the nakago with the sword number and comes with a matching certificate.The "Wakizashi" or Short Sword was worn with the longer katana, when the pair matched in theme they were considered a Daisho. However, when the katana was surrendered upon entering a home the wakizashi was not, making it truly the side-arm of the Samurai! The tsuba is hand cut and engraved from pure iron. The "nanako" or stippled pattern on the tsuba is accomplished by hand, quite a feat of patience with a stunning result. The tsuba also features "seki-gane", metal inserts at the top and bottom of the hole for the blade to slip through. These are of a softer metal (copper) than the iron of the tsuba and allow easier shaping of the hole to perfectly fit the tsuba to the blade. Over time if this fit becomes loose or the tsuba is fitted to another blade the seki-gane may be adjusted easily to tighten it back up. This is a small detail usually only found on hand-made Japanese tsuba and is indicative of the level of care and craftsmanship given to these swords by Citadel.The "tsuka" or handle and "saya" or scabbard are hand carved to fit each individual blade ensuring a proper fit. The handle is wrapped in genuine imported silk from Japan and tightly wrapped around the full same-gawa or ray skin wrap around the wooden core. The saya is lacquered in black to a nice semi-gloss finish with a ray skin wrap near the mouth of the saya to strengthen this area.These are extremely limited in numbers to be produced (20 only!). Each blade is signed on the tang with the model and number and includes a stamped certificate of authenticity.These swords are entirely hand-made by Citadel.Collect the set; a samurai wore two swords, the matching long sword, Katana, is also available to complete your collection. Key Features: Limited Edition of 20 Hand Forged DNH7 Blade Hand Carved Pure Iron Fittings SPECIFICATIONS Overall: 29 1/2" Blade Length: 21 1/4" Weight: 1lb 9oz Blade Steel: DNH7 Specs will vary slightly from piece to piece.

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Honshu Full Tang Tactical Wakizashi with sheath

This full-tang tactical wakizashi is built to perform! The mirror-polished, high-carbon steel blade is full-tang and features a deep blood groove as well as the Honshu™ etch. The handle features non-slip, checkered Poly ABS scales, brass dowel rod bolts and a paracord lanyard that can be untied for use as a lashing cord. The solid brass hand guard is drilled with lashing holes. The sword fits perfectly into the solid wood and polycarbonate scabbard, with matching paracord wrap, and a solid brass cord fitting. Includes a smooth-lined storage cloth to protect your new treasure! Details: Overall length: approx. 77 cm Blade length: approx. 50 cm Blade material: High-carbon steel Handle material: Poly ABS

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Orchid Wakizashi

The Orchid Wakizashi from Paul Chen of Hanwei features a blade of folded K120C and striking koshirae. The hamon is prominent and the hada shows distinct layers. High quality ray skin (same) is used on the tsuka, and the tsuka-ito and sageo is woven from premium Japanese cotton. The tsuba is of blackened iron, with an Orchid and Butterfly decoration inlaid in silver, brass and copper. The saya is deeply lacquered in blue with buffalo horn koiguchi and kurikata. The fuchi, kashira and kojiri are crafted in bronzed iron with silver and gold detailing. The habaki is of one-piece brass construction. Specifications Overall: 26 1/4“ Blade Length: 18 3/4“ Handle Length: 6 1/2” Weight: 1lb 4oz Point of Balance: 4" Width at Guard: 1.03" Width at Tip: .67" Thickness at Guard: .22" Thickness at Tip: .17" Sori: 1/2"

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Zaza Iaito Wakizashi

Zaza is the Japanese word for bamboo. Because of his straight stature and his fresh, green color, it stands for growth and purity. In the Japanese culture it is also used as a symbol of good luck. The light and well balanced blade is hand-forged from 420 stainless steel and not sharpened. The handle is traditionally wrapped with black cotton, backed with genuine ray skin. The decoration of the sword (Tsuba, Fuchi, Kashira, Menuki) shows bamboo motifs. The black, high gloss lacquered scabbard is also decorated with golden bamboo leaves and wrapped with a two clored high-quality sageo. The terminations of the scabbard (koiguchi, kurigata, kojiri) are made of fine buffalo horn. The sword comes with a printed cloth bag, collector box, stamp and certificate. Details: Blade length up to Tsuba: 50.5 cm Handle Length: 21 cm Overall length without scabbard: 72 cm Curve: 1.2 cm Weight without scabbard: 800 g

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Gold Lion Wakizashi

The Gold Lion Wakizashi mirrors the materials, fit and finish of its larger brother in every way except size. It’s equally light and fast, and with the same high-quality materials, but at a fraction of the size, making it an exquisite companion piece to the Gold Lion Katana, or a beautiful stand-alone blade in its own right. Specifications: Blade Length: 21" Blade Thick: 6mm Overall Length: 28 1/4" Steel: Damascus Weight: 22.4 oz Handle: 7 1/4" Samé (Ray Skin) Handle w/ Black Braid Cord w/ Brass Menuki Scabbard: Black Lacquered Wood Scabbard

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Wakizashi - Imperial Series

Our factory has used only traditional materials for our Japanese sword´s fittings. The Tsuba (guard), Fuchi (collar), and Kashira (pommel), are expertly made and finely crafted from black iron. The Habaki (blade collar), is hand made out of polished brass and each hilt is covered in Same (ray skin) and tightly wrapped in the traditional style with black cord. A beautiful brass Menuki (a small, ornamental sculpture inserted between the ray skin and the cord wrappings on the handle) enhances the sword´s aesthetic appearance and makes for a sword that is as traditional looking as we can possibly make it. All feature fully sharpened 1055 carbon steel blades, each heat treated to a spring temper. The blade surface is then given a careful polish by hand, with a distinctive mirror polish applied to the fuller (blood groove). These battle-ready swords are exquisite examples of the swordmaker´s art. Specifications: Weight: 700 g Thick: 0.71 cm Blade: 53.34 cm Handle: 16.51 cm Same (Ray Skin). Black braid cord with brass Menuki Steel: 1055 High Carbon Overall: 69.85 cm Scabbard: Black Lacquered Wood Scabbard

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Modern Wakizashi

Our Modern Wakizashi represents a contemporary interpretation of what the renowned Samurai would look like in our time. Using the best of the latest technological materials, the low maintenance of this katana is perfect for the urban warrior of today. The humble attributes of this katana bely its true strength and resilience. The differentially tempered 19 1/2” 1566 steel blade features a real hamon line with a copper habaki and seppa. The tsuka encapsulates the tang in textured G10 and is dual pinned for a secure grip which is unremovable. The silver menuki on the tsuka are shi shi (lion dogs) which are embedded in the handle. The textured black saya features an olive paracord sageo around a polymer kurikata and kojiri. The Modern Katana also has the Modern Tanto as a companion piece to complete your modern warrior collection. Specifications Overall: 27" Blade Length: 19 1/2" Handle Length: 6 1/4" Weight: 1 lbs 7 oz Thickness at Guard: 6mm Thickness at Tip: 3mm Blade Steel: 1566 Hrc Edge: 60 Hrc Back: 40 Handle Material: G10 Specs will vary slightly from piece to piece.

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Shikoto Tigerwood Wakizashi

Behold the Shikoto Tigerwood Wakizashi, where the essence of simplicity meets the allure of natural elegance. This extraordinary 83.82 cm wakizashi wields a commanding 55.88 cm T10 carbon steel blade, clay-tempered to perfection. The handle of the Tigerwood Wakizashi is a work of art in itself, showcasing rich tigerwood scales meticulously secured to the tang with heavy-duty brass pins. The iron tsuba, adorned with majestic gold-gilded swords, adds an exquisite contrast to the wakizashi's rustic charm. The 83.82 cm overall wakizashi fits perfectly within a tigerwood scabbard, a reflection of the handle's natural beauty. The scabbard, adorned with golden accents and wrapped in brown cotton cord, completes the ensemble with grace and finesse. This Shikoto Tigerwood Wakizashi is more than just a blade; it's a collector's pride. It encapsulates the harmonious union of nature's allure and the masterful craftsmanship that makes it a timeless masterpiece. Elevate your collection with the Shikoto Tigerwood Wakizashi today. Details: Overall Length: 83.82 cm Blade Length: 55.88 cm Blade Material: T10 carbon steel

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Peace Wakizashi

The new Peace Wakizashi was designed by Keith Larman of Summerchild Polishing as both a companion piece to the very popular Peace Katana, but also as a stand-alone sword on its own merits.Keith requested that the wakizashi be of the hira zukuri form. Hira zukuri blades are flatter without the ridgeline and defined kissaki (tip) of a more common shinogi zukuri design. Shinogi zukuri is the overwhelming choice in longer blade forms such as katana because it offers a balance between strength and resistance to bends along with proper sharpness. Hira zukuri blades being taller from back to the edge has a sharper edge angle and are, as a result, aggressive cutting blades. Users will often comment that they are as close to a "lightsaber" that you're going to get in the modern world. However, in longer lengths with their thinner cross section they can be more prone to taking a set (a permanent bend) due to the forces involved in actual cutting. As a result, hira zukuri blades are very rare in longer lengths but more commonly seen in tanto and sometimes in wakizashi. Keith has long told us he wanted to do a hira zukuri wakizashi but only as long as it as done in a quality steel with a quality heat treatment. The Peace Wakizashi is that sword.Bugei asked the forge to fold the steel an extra time to get the finer grain that is distinctive of the Peace Katana. Bugei has them do a subtle suguha (flat) hamon on that steel giving them a very subtle but incredibly interesting interaction with the steel when looked at closely. The elegant suguha also follows the profile of the blade itself, lending itself to an understated elegance that is so distinctive of Japanese historical swordcraft. Keith's designed included specifying the larger size of the blade even though it is wakizashi length. The overall nagasa is 20 inches from the machi to the very tip with subtle sori. This length reflects the larger feel of the mounts for today's larger hands.The koshirae (mounts) reflect the Peace Katana but, as is traditional with daisho, there is some intentional variation. Matched sets (daisho) shouldn't necessarily be "photocopies" of each other. The Peace Wakizashi features a hamidashi tsuba (essentially a "low profile" tsuba) design. These were common on shorter swords such as tanto and wakizashi. The fuchi kashira and menuki match the Peace katana and of course, the saya (scabbard) is decorated similarly with blades of golden grass reflecting the original haiku which was the inspiration for the Peace Katana. The tsuka is built for one-handed use as is traditional with blacked samekawa (rayskin) wrapped in real silk tsukaito. Details: 20 inch blade 6 inch tsukaThe tsuka is wrapped in brown silk ito and brown same. Each blade is individually hand forged from Swedish Powdered Steel.

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Dragonfly Wakizashi

The classic Japanese battle sword in all its incarnations has been celebrated for centuries, not only for its elegant lines and simple beauty, but also for the technique and skill that went into its construction. Most swords offered today are interpretive copies of antiquities from feudal Japan. They were made for warrior´s of small stature who seldom rose above five and a half feet. As skillfully designed as these swords are, they may not be perfectly suited for the twenty first century warrior, who benefited from contemporary advances in childhood nutrition and healthcare and grew up to be a substantially taller, stronger, and more athletic version of his historical counterpart. As a way of compensating for this size disparity, Cold Steel has created the Dragonfly Series. These swords feature thicker, wider and heavier blades, which mirror our Imperial Series in respect to heat treatment, polish, quality of furnishings, and attention to detail, but with a few new departures. Most noticeable are the distinctive teal-green silk cord-wrap and black samé (ray skin) used on the handles and the black iron furniture that bears the dragonfly motif. Also, the polished blades are more strongly curved than our Imperial blades and terminate in a long "iris leaf" point for maximum cutting and slashing potential. Additionally, these swords come with two protective bags. There is a blue travel bag and an intricately decorative display bag that´s made from the finest heavy silk metallic brocade. Specifications Wakizashi: Blade: 55.88 cm Overall: 80.01 cm Thick: 0.31 cm Weight: 767.2 g Steel: 1055 Scabbard: Black Lacquered Wood

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