Shikoto | Touchstone Black | Battle-Ready

Touchstone Black Battle-Ready Wakizashi – T10 Tool Steel Tanto Blade

The Touchstone Black by Shikoto is a wakizashi sword featuring a tanto-shaped blade crafted from T10 Tool Steel. This decorative sword measures 100.33cm in total length with a distinctive black coating and clay tempered finish.

Construction and materials

The blade is forged from T10 Tool Steel with a hardness rating of 62 HRC. The 69.21cm tanto-style blade features a plain edge and clay tempered finish beneath the black coating. Total weight is 1.1kg, providing substantial heft while remaining manageable. The handle incorporates traditional ray skin wrapping.

Application and use

This wakizashi serves primarily as a decorative display piece for collectors of Japanese swords. The black finish and tanto blade geometry make it suitable for themed displays, martial arts dojos, or private collections focusing on Japanese weaponry.

Integration and compatibility

The sword comes with a wooden scabbard (saya) designed to accommodate the 69.21cm blade length. Standard display stands for Japanese swords will support the 1.1kg weight. The traditional construction allows for standard maintenance procedures used with Japanese sword collections.

Maintenance and lifecycle

The black coating provides protection against oxidation of the T10 Tool Steel blade. Regular dusting with a soft cloth and occasional light oiling will preserve the finish. Store in the provided wooden scabbard when not displayed to maintain blade condition.