T10 Carbon Steel Wakizashi with Gold Lion Tsuba in Dark Blue Koshirae - Dragon Saya

The blade on this wakizashi is forged from T10 carbon steel and brought to a mirror-bright, high-polish chrome finish that highlights the real hamon running along its length. The full-tang construction runs the entire length of the handle for solid balance, and the hand-finished edge reflects careful attention through each stage of the grinding process. At 41 inches overall and 3 pounds, the proportions feel deliberate rather than decorative. Collectors drawn to T10 Wakizashi will recognize the characteristic depth and clarity that this steel grade produces in a polished blade.

The tsuka is built over a full-tang core wrapped first in black ray-skin (samegawa) and then covered with dark blue ito cord in a tight, evenly spaced diamond pattern. Gold-tone menuki nestle beneath the braid at the grip, adding subtle texture and visual warmth against the deep blue. The fuchi and kashira match the dark blue and gold palette, maintaining a consistent finish from pommel to guard.

The tsuba is one of the most eye-catching elements of this koshirae - a round gold-tone alloy guard featuring a sculpted lion in high relief at the center, surrounded by fine engraved scrollwork along the rim. The contrast between the polished chrome blade and the warm gold guard creates a clean visual break that anchors the whole piece.

The saya is crafted from hardwood finished in a dark blue lacquer base, with a swirling dragon motif rendered in gold and blue tones across the surface - the pattern shifts in the light and gives the scabbard a depth that flat-lacquer finishes rarely achieve. A matching dark blue sageo cord is attached and tied in a traditional knot at the kurikata. This Blue Wakizashi combines the dragon saya and lion tsuba into a cohesive design story that holds together as a set.

Overall length is 41 inches, weight is 3 lbs, and the package ships in a 43 x 4 x 4 inch box at 4 lbs. The sword stand is not included. This piece is suited for display and collection - a fully assembled koshirae wakizashi with coordinated dark blue and gold fittings throughout.