Matching the SH1016 Musashi Katana, the Wakizashi is mounted in black with a textured saya for durability and the tsuka-ito is in leather over ray skin. The blade is hand-forged in high-carbon steel and is edge-tempered to display a distinct hamon. Edge hardness is HRC60, back hardness HRC40. Supplied with a protective cloth bag and traditional maintenance kit.
Made by Hanwei.
Specifications
Overall: 26“
Blade Length: 18 1/4“
Handle Length: 6 1/2”
Weight: 1lb 10oz
Thickness at Guard: .280
Specs will vary slightly
from piece to piece.
Key Features
- Hand forged high-carbon steel
- Built for cutting
- Traditional construction