Wakizashi – Gold-Tempered High Carbon Steel Blade with Water Ripple Edge | Shinshin Edition

【Overview】

This wakizashi is hand-forged from high carbon steel and finished with a distinctive gold heat-tempered blade.

Combining brilliant visual impact with smooth handling, it is designed for both refined display and practical cutting use.

【Blade & Craftsmanship】

The blade is forged by hand from high carbon steel using traditional Longquan techniques.

A special gold heat treatment gives the blade its luminous golden finish.

A bo-hi (fuller) is added to reduce weight and improve balance, while meticulous hand polishing creates a water ripple–style edge pattern, enhancing both sharpness and visual depth.

【Design & Mountings】

The fittings are finished with premium silver plating, providing a clean and elegant contrast to the golden blade.

This restrained color pairing maintains a refined, cohesive appearance without overpowering the blade.

【Saya】

The saya is crafted from natural hardwood and finished with a vivid yellow glitter lacquer.

Together with the gold blade, it creates a bright, eye-catching design that stands out in any collection or interior display.

【Performance】

This wakizashi delivers excellent sharpness, capable of cleanly cutting plastic bottles and bamboo with smooth, controlled motion.

Its balanced proportions make it easy to handle despite its striking visual presence.

【Specifications】

Overall length: 76 cm (29.9 in)

Blade length: 51 cm (20.1 in)

Handle length: 22 cm (8.7 in)

Blade width: 3.2 cm (1.26 in)

Blade thickness: 0.7 cm (0.28 in)

Total weight: 1.0 kg (2.20 lb)

Net weight: 0.7 kg (1.54 lb)

【Usage & Gift】

Ideal for collectors, martial arts practice, interior display, self-defense purposes, and as a distinctive, visually impressive gift.