{"product_id":"setsuka-wakizashi","title":"Setsuka Wakizashi","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSetsuka \"Snow Flower\" Wakizashi\u003c\/strong\u003e is a breathtaking example of contrast in sword-making, designed for the collector who seeks elegance, purity, and a \"frost-bitten\" aesthetic. The defining feature of this piece is its \u003cstrong\u003evibrant cobalt blue finish\u003c\/strong\u003e on the 52 cm blade, forged from durable \u003cstrong\u003e#50 carbon steel\u003c\/strong\u003e. This specialized oxide treatment creates a deep, crystalline blue that mimics the appearance of cold steel reflecting a winter sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith an \u003cstrong\u003eoverall length of 78 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e and a substantial weight of \u003cstrong\u003e1060 grams\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Setsuka offers a surprisingly grounded and \"heavy-duty\" feel for a Wakizashi. It sits in the \"O-Wakizashi\" category—nearly as long as a Katana—providing the user with a stable, authoritative presence and a longer reach that feels both powerful and precise in the hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisually, the sword is an artistic tribute to winter. The \u003cstrong\u003esolid wood Saya\u003c\/strong\u003e is finished in a pristine, glossy white lacquer, adorned with intricate \u003cstrong\u003ehand-painted floral motifs\u003c\/strong\u003e (Plum\/Sakura blossoms) that represent resilience and beauty in the cold. The \u003cstrong\u003esilver-toned zinc alloy fittings\u003c\/strong\u003e, including a Tsuba featuring a traditional animal and floral motif, perfectly complement the \"icy\" theme. The \u003cstrong\u003ewhite Tsuka-ito\u003c\/strong\u003e (handle wrap) is laid over a \u003cstrong\u003evivid blue rayskin (Same-gawa)\u003c\/strong\u003e, mirroring the blade’s color and completing a seamless, high-end design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether displayed as a standalone art piece or as the \"Light\" to your collection's \"Shadow,\" the Setsuka Wakizashi delivers a sophisticated balance of rugged steel reliability and ethereal, frost-inspired craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForged from #50 carbon steel with a striking cobalt blue oxide finish for rust resistance and visual depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnique \"Snow Flower\" aesthetic with a pristine white-on-blue color palette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-painted floral motifs on a glossy white solid wood Saya\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBright blue rayskin (Same-gawa) under a tight white silk handle wrap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilver-toned zinc alloy fittings with intricate traditional sculpted details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy-duty 1060g weight, providing a solid and professional \"O-Wakizashi\" feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for collectors looking for a dramatic, high-contrast display piece or gift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eNihonto Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWakizashi (O-Wakizashi)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eItem Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eY-6351\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eSteel Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e#50 Carbon Steel (Cobalt Blue Finish)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eKoshirae\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSilver-toned Zinc Alloy Fittings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eSaya\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand-painted Floral Lacquered Solid Wood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Weight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eMetric\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eImperial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eBlade Length (Hacho)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e52 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20.5 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eTsuka Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e23 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9.1 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e78 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30.7 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eBlade Width (Motohaba)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.2 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.26 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eBlade Thickness (Motokasane)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.7 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.28 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eWeight (Approx.)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1060 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.34 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Katana Sword Shop – IronPoet","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47152545562798,"sku":"Y-6351","price":149.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/2297\/3102\/files\/SetsukaWakizashi4.jpg?v=1763028135","url":"https:\/\/ironpoet.com\/products\/setsuka-wakizashi","provider":"Katana Sword Shop – IronPoet","version":"1.0","type":"link"}