United Cutlery Honshu Boshin Black Damascus Wakizashi Sword 22.5" Blade, Black TPR Handle, Wooden Scabbard - UC3125D

Description

UC3125D: Honshu Boshin Black Damascus Wakizashi

United Cutlery

Made of black Damascus steel, the blade is covered in a whirlwind of ripples, waves and lines. To achieve these eye-catching, vividly contrasting layers, Honshu's master swordsmiths repeatedly hand-fire, fold and hammer weld two distinct high carbon steel varieties, sometimes for days on end. It's a slow, laborious process that has changed little since Damascus steel's development in the Middle Ages – no automation, every step diligently performed by hand. But the Boshin adds its own distinctive, modern twist; via an advanced process exclusive to Honshu, the blade's contrasting layers are shrouded in myriad shades of mocha, umber and deep onyx black. The result is a dark, brooding blade that shines brighter than the rest. And, like a dark snowflake, each black Damascus blade is unique.

A modern legend, the Honshu Boshin Black Damascus Wakizashi fuses proven, time-honored tradition with the best in 21st century innovation. Chic contemporary style and state-of-the-art appointments meld seamlessly with classic form and traditional hand-craftsmanship. Even the Damascus steel - a centuries-old steel variety - is reimagined and reworked for an exciting new look.