Cold Steel Gold Lion Wakizashi Damascus Blade With Hamon Clay Tempered Hamaguri Grind And Rayskin Handle For Collectors
The Cold Steel Gold Lion Wakishashi CS-88ABW is a Damascus-crafted wakizashi built for collectors and enthusiasts who value traditional blade aesthetics paired with modern craftsmanship. With a dramatic 21" blade and a distinctive Shisa motif, this piece stands out as both a display-worthy art object and a capable short sword.
- Construction: Damascus blade with a high polish finish for stunning patterning and a refined look
- Overall length: 28.25" overall, providing classical proportion and presence
- Blade length: 21" blade designed for balance and handling versatility
- Edge: Standard edge suitable for display or light-cutting tasks
- Grind: Hamaguri grind blade for improved slicing performance and durability
- Iori mune spine: Peaked spine adds traditional geometry and strength
- Hamon: Clay-tempered hamon to highlight craftsmanship and tempering artistry
- Handle: Black rayskin with black braid cord for a secure, authentic feel
- Ornamentation: Brass Menuki featuring a Japanese Shisa (lion dog) motif for distinctive character
- Scabbard: Black lacquered wood scabbard that complements the blade’s finish
- Packaging: Boxed for gifting or display readiness
Designed for serious collectors and savorers of traditional Japanese blade design, this wakizashi blends enduring materials with standout features like the Damascus pattern, hamon, and Shisa-inspired accents. It’s ideal for museum-style display, meticulous collection, ceremonial settings, or careful practice in a supervised environment. The combination of Damascus steel, hamon, and a carefully engineered grind delivers a visually striking blade with an approachable edge—offering both aesthetic appeal and practical balance. To preserve its beauty, keep the blade dry after handling and oil the metal periodically; store in its lacquered scabbard when not on display to minimize exposure to moisture and dust.