Wakizashi “Akai Hebi”

The Japanese Samurai wakizashi “Akai Hebi” translates to the “Red Snake” in Japan. This wakizashi is handcrafted from 1060 carbon steel, features a red galvanization, and comes with a black saya made of genuine hardwood. The blade undergoes traditional sand polishing, enhancing its beauty and sharpness.

The high-quality craftsmanship, combined with its elegant red and black appearance, makes this Wakizashi a true standout piece.

„No fear, no hesitation, no wonder, no doubt.“
(Miyamoto Musashi)

Specifications

• Hand-forged in traditional Japanese style: Yes
• Technical training (Battodo): Yes
• Cutting exercises (tameshigiri): No
• Tsuka (handle): Hardwood wrapped in genuine ray skin
• Tsuba (sword guard): Zinc
• Fuchi (hilt collar): Zinc
• Kashira (pommel cap): Zinc
• Menuki (handle charms): Zinc
• Ito (handle wrap): Wrapped with japanese silk
• Saya (scabbard): Real hardwood, lacquered
• Sageo (scabbard cord): Silk
• Total length: 30.70 inches (78 cm)

Blade

• Material: 1060 carbon steel
• Clay-tempered (real hamon): No
• Practical use (“battle ready”): Yes
• Folded steel: No
• Full-tang: Yes
• Sand-polished: Yes
• Sharpened with Japanese whetstones: No
• Bo-hi (blood groove): No
• Blade length: 20.472 inches (52 cm)
• Blade thickness: 0.276 inches (7 mm)
• Blade width: 1.26 inches (3.2 cm)
• Hardness: 50 – 55 HRC