A unique wakizashi made of 12-fold damascus steel. The model of this exceptionally beautiful tsuba was certainly made by a great master, probably in the 18th century. Unfortunately, since they did not sign their work, unlike the bladesmiths, the creators are not known by name. The tsuba, as well as the rest of the ornamental rates are elaborately designed with golden cherry blossoms (sakura), one of the most important symbols of Japanese culture. They stand for pure beauty, departure and transience.
- Extra blunt ground Damascus blade made of 12-fold folded 1045 carbon steel with over 8,000 layers.
- Shinogi-Zukuri style blade with hollow groove (Bo-Hi) with incorporated hamon line.
- Light brown cotton handle wrap in classic Hineri Maki style.
- Black, high gloss lacquered scabbard (Kuroro style) made of wood.
- With long tang, which is fixed with 2 bamboo pins (mekugi) in the handle. The sword is therefore fully dismountable.
- No plastic is used, only high quality authentic materials are used.
- Blade ferrule (habaki) and washers (seppa) are made of brass.
- The traditional handle winding is underlaid with genuine ray skin.
- All trim rates (Tsuba, Fuchi, Menuki, Kashira) are made of metal.
- Supplied with a protective cloth sheath and in an attractive collector's box.
- Each original John Lee sword comes with a seal and a certificate.
Please note: The John Lee Golden Flower Wakizashi is extra blunt ground.
Features:
Blade steel: 1045 (Damascus) | Handle material: wood / ray skin / cotton | Scabbard: wood | Handle length: 23.5 cm | Blade length: 52.5 cm | Overall length (without scabbard): 77 cm | Weight (without scabbard): 800 g
