Damascus Steel Wakizashi with Orange Lacquer Saya in Black Cord Handle & Gold Dragon Tsuba

The blade on this wakizashi is forged from Damascus steel, with the folded melaleuca steel layers producing a flowing grain pattern visible across the flat. A hand-finished hamon traces the length of the edge, adding depth and contrast against the matte polished surface. At 32.6 inches overall and 1.26 inches wide at the base, the geometry is proportionate to classic wakizashi form. Explore more options in our Orange Wakizashi collection.

The tsuka is wrapped in black cord ito over real white samegawa ray skin, following the traditional alternating diamond pattern. The underlying ray skin grip nodes remain visible through the wrap gaps, confirming authentic construction. The handle terminates with a matching black kashira, and the overall black tonality of the tsuka creates a deliberate contrast against the bright saya below.

The gold-tone dragon tsuba is the visual centerpiece of the koshirae. Cast with raised dragon relief on both faces, the openwork lattice fuchi immediately below the tsuba adds a second layer of decorative detail. Gold habaki seats cleanly between blade and tsuba, maintaining alignment and a finished presentation throughout the collar zone.

The hardwood saya is finished in natural orange lacquer with an irregular black speckle pattern that gives it an organic, almost reptilian texture. Turquoise accent inlays appear near the kurikata, adding unexpected color contrast against the orange ground. A black sageo cord is knotted at the kurikata for carrying and display. The koiguchi and kojiri tips are finished in black, framing the orange body cleanly. If you are browsing the broader category, the Shirasaya Wakizashi collection offers alternative saya styles worth comparing.

Overall dimensions: 32.6 in length, 1.26 in width, 0.28 in thickness, 2.8 lb. Shipping weight 3.2 lb in a 35.5 x 3.9 x 3.14 in package. Full-tang blade with koshirae-style fittings throughout - a well-constructed short katana built for display and collection.