Based on stories of the Yakuza, this is a large blade 11.375" long to the tsuba and 17.25" overall with a width of 2.375" at its widest. It was forged from 1095 high carbon steel and features an exuberant hamon with lots of activity and dramatic utsuri. It is flat ground on one side creating a sharp slicing blade. The original pattern comes from a Japanese whaling knife. The fittings are iron with gold plated seppa and nickel silver spacers. The handle is textured wenge with a recessed silk cord under wrapping and lacing over wrap. The blade has been polished to accentuate the hamon and is marked with my 24k gold cherry blossom.
Handle Close-up | Opposite Side
I am offering this knife for sale on a first come, first serve basis for $3,000. If you are interested please Email. Thank you. SOLD