Description
This Modern Series wakizashi with bo-hi continues the legacy of blending traditional Japanese swordsmithing with contemporary materials and design. Inspired by the enduring spirit of the samurai, this blade carries a dragon motif that symbolizes strength and wisdom, etched into the steel and handle details.
The wakizashi features a 20-inch blade forged from 1566 steel, differentially tempered to produce a visible hamon line,a hallmark of authentic Japanese blades indicating the hardened edge. This tempering technique ensures a hard cutting edge with a resilient spine, allowing the blade to flex without breaking. The copper habaki (blade collar) and seppa (spacers) secure the blade firmly in the scabbard, reflecting traditional fittings.
The tsuka (handle) is crafted by encapsulating the tang in textured G10, a modern composite material prized for its durability and resistance to moisture. Dual pins secure the handle, preventing loosening during use. Embedded within the handle are silver menuki shaped as dragons, serving both as grip enhancements and symbolic adornments. The saya (scabbard) is finished in textured black with an olive paracord sageo wrapped around a polymer kurikata (knob) and kojiri (end cap), combining modern materials with classic form.
This wakizashi with bo-hi (a groove cut along the blade) reduces weight without compromising strength, improving balance and drawing speed. The bo-hi also serves to stiffen the blade and can produce a distinctive sound when swung, a feature appreciated by practitioners.
Note: The sageo cord on the saya may not be wrapped exactly as shown in images, as wrapping styles can vary.
Key Features:
- 19 1/2” blade forged from 1566 steel
- Encapsulated G10 handle with dual pins
- Textured black saya with olive paracord sageo
Modern Wakizashi – Bohi
Overall Length: 27 3/4″
Blade Length: 20″
Handle Length: 6 3/8″
Weight: 1 lb 4 oz
Thickness at Guard: 5.7mm
Thickness at Tip: 2.5mm
Sori (Curvature): 5/8″
Blade Steel: 1566
Edge Hardness (HRC): 60
Back Hardness (HRC): 40
Handle Material: G10 Composite
Specifications may vary slightly from one piece to another due to hand-finishing.
Fun Fact: The bo-hi groove on a wakizashi not only lightens the blade but can also create a whistle-like sound when swung swiftly through the air, a feature that was sometimes used to intimidate opponents or signal allies on the battlefield.
