SPECIFICATIONS
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| Blade color |
- |
| Material |
Clay-Tempered T8 Steel |
| Guard (Tsuba 鍔) |
Alloy |
| Scabbard (Saya 鞘) |
Solid Wood |
| Handle (Tsuka 柄) |
Solid Wood |
| Menuki |
- |
DIMENSIONS
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| Length with scabbard |
30.0 in (77 cm) |
| Length of the blade |
20.0 in (51 cm) |
| Length of the handle |
10.0 in (26 cm) |
"Purity in form, strength in silence—the beauty of the natural grain."
The Shiraki 白木脇差 is a masterclass in minimalism and organic beauty. Designed for collectors who appreciate clean lines and the warm, tactile feel of unadorned materials, this wakizashi serves as a companion piece of understated elegance. The work honors the traditional Shirasaya style, where the absence of ornamentation allows the natural grain of the wood to take center stage, creating a grounded and peaceful presence that radiates strength through silence.
The internal character of this work is defined by the manual forging of T8 High-Carbon Steel. Through the traditional method of clay-tempering, the material achieves a profound structural duality, balancing a resilient, shock-absorbing spine with a high-density edge. This thermal transformation results in a subtle, authentic Hamon along the profile—a natural internal signature that serves as a permanent testament to the piece’s disciplined heat treatment and superior structural balance.
Refining the traditional aesthetic to its most essential elements, the Shiraki features a matching Tsuka and Saya crafted from natural solid wood. The clean transition between the handle and scabbard provides a timeless silhouette that highlights the material's purity and structural integrity. Secured by traditional Mekugi pins for absolute stability, the hilt remains unadorned to maintain the "white wood" aesthetic, ensuring this work stands as a sophisticated choice for those seeking a tribute to the organic soul of the classical forge.