1045 Carbon Steel Shikomizue Sword with Bamboo-Engraved Black Hardwood Saya - Straight Chokuto Cane Sword
- Forged from 1045 carbon steel with a hardness of 58 HRC, this straight shikomizue blade features a chrome-polished finish and a sharpened edge along its 27.55-inch nagasa.
- Black hardwood saya carved to replicate natural bamboo segments, complete with engraved bamboo leaf motifs and a matte lacquer surface that conceals the blade within.
- Full tang construction with a 9.84-inch black tsuka featuring detailed bamboo-pattern carving and a brass habaki collar that locks the blade securely into the saya.
- Disguised as an elegant walking stick at 39.37 inches overall, the seamless cane design hides the straight blade entirely when sheathed, weighing 2.45 lbs.
- Alloy fittings in dark tones complement the all-black color scheme, with a black sageo cord wrapped at the saya mouth for a clean, understated profile.
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Product Details
This shikomizue brings together the covert elegance of a Japanese cane sword with a 27.55-inch straight blade forged from 1045 carbon steel. Heat-treated to 58 HRC, the chrome-polished nagasa delivers a bright, mirror-like surface contrasted by a visible hamon line running the length of the edge. The sharpened blade tapers to a defined point, and the full tang construction provides solid balance throughout the 39.37-inch frame.
The tsuka measures 9.84 inches and is carved with a raised bamboo stalk pattern that provides both visual interest and a textured grip. A brass habaki sits at the base of the blade, locking it firmly into the saya and creating a clean transition between steel and wood. The handle's all-black finish keeps the overall profile understated and cohesive.
Alloy fittings in a dark finish are set at each junction of the saya, mimicking the natural nodes of a bamboo stalk. These metal rings add structural reinforcement while contributing to the disguised walking-stick silhouette that defines the shikomizue style.
The black hardwood saya is the centerpiece of this piece's concealment design. Its matte lacquer surface is engraved with delicate bamboo leaves and stalks at each segment, and a black sageo cord wraps neatly near the mouth. When sheathed, the blade is completely hidden, and the saya reads as nothing more than a carved bamboo walking stick. Browse more designs in the Japanese Stick Sword collection.
At 2.45 lbs total, this shikomizue is lightweight enough for single-hand handling while retaining the heft expected from a steel-cored collectible. The straight chokuto geometry, all-black palette, and bamboo-themed engravings make it a distinctive addition for collectors drawn to unconventional Japanese sword forms.
- Forged from 1045 carbon steel with a hardness of 58 HRC, this straight shikomizue blade features a chrome-polished finish and a sharpened edge along its 27.55-inch nagasa.
- Black hardwood saya carved to replicate natural bamboo segments, complete with engraved bamboo leaf motifs and a matte lacquer surface that conceals the blade within.
- Full tang construction with a 9.84-inch black tsuka featuring detailed bamboo-pattern carving and a brass habaki collar that locks the blade securely into the saya.
- Disguised as an elegant walking stick at 39.37 inches overall, the seamless cane design hides the straight blade entirely when sheathed, weighing 2.45 lbs.
- Alloy fittings in dark tones complement the all-black color scheme, with a black sageo cord wrapped at the saya mouth for a clean, understated profile.
Specification
| Item Number | TK-JP-RJ19003 |
|---|---|
| Primary Color | Black |
| Primary Material | 1045 Carbon Steel |
| Tsuka Color | Black |
| Tsuka Length | 9.84 |
| Saya Color | Black |
| Saya Material | Hardwood Lacquer |
| Saya Surface | Matte |
| Saya Length | 29.53 |
| Sageo Color | Black |
| Nagasa Material | 1045 Steel |
| Nagasa Color | Chrome |
| Nagasa Length | 27.55 |
| Nagasa Hardness | 58 |
| Nagasa Sharppend | Yes |
| Saya Theme | Bamboo |
| Tsuba Color | Gold |
| Tsuba Theme | Plain |
| Nagasa Hamon | Yes |
| Style | Cane Sword |






