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DAMASCUS Wakizashi Short Sword Handmade by William"Bill" Miller of Warsaw, Missouri
Special chance to own a Handmade Wakizashi. The Wakizashi was ideal for indoor combat and confined spaces, such as narrow corridors or rooms, where a full-length sword would be impractical.
Wakizashi Sword with DAMASCUS! Based on ancient models this piece feels good in the hand and is impressive! Features a 15 3/4" 256 Layer DAMASCUS TANTO Blade handforged from 15n20 Spring Steel and 1095 Tool Steel.
Hammered copper guard. Genuine antique Copper "menuki" from Japan on the Handle. The "menuki" is often crafted from copper, gold or silver and may depict a dragon, lion, or flowers and is a key part of Japanese sword fittings with both functional and artistic significance.
Dyed & Stabilized Buckeye Burl Wood Handles measure 7 3/4". Wood "saya" = traditional Japanese wood scabbard. Measures 23 3/8" overall. Absolute superb handmade craftmanship. New from the maker. Includes a colorful "katana‑bukuro" = sword bag.
| Overall Length: | 23 3/8" |
| Blade Length: | 15 3/4" |
| Blade Material: | Handforged Damascus |
| Handle Material: | Buckeye Burl |
| Lock Type: | Fixed Blade |
| Bolster(s): | Copper Guard |
| Weight: | 18.3 oz. |
| Sheath: | Wood Saya |
