Dragonfly Wakizashi w/Katana Handle

The Cold Steel Dragonfly Wakizashi with Katana Handle is designed for practitioners who want a blade that feels commanding, responsive, and perfectly suited to the modern martial artist. While many historical wakizashi were crafted for warriors of smaller stature, today’s practitioners often prefer a more substantial grip and handling profile. This piece combines the agility of a wakizashi with the control of a katana-length tsuka, creating a modern wakizashi that bridges classical tradition and contemporary performance.

An Evolved Interpretation of Samurai Sidearms

In feudal Japan, the wakizashi served as the samurai’s trusted companion blade—compact, versatile, and always within reach. These historical swords were crafted for men who seldom rose above five and a half feet, influencing proportions that may feel undersized by today’s standards. Cold Steel’s Dragonfly Series reimagines these dimensions for the modern era, offering thicker, wider, and heavier blades paired with fittings inspired by the courage and victory symbolized by the dragonfly in Japanese culture. By adding a katana-length handle, this wakizashi gains increased leverage and cutting authority while preserving its quick, maneuverable nature.

Details of the Dragonfly Wakizashi (Katana Handle)

This wakizashi features a deeply curved, hand-polished 1060 steel blade designed for strength and cutting performance. The extended handle is wrapped in distinctive teal-green silk cord over black samé (ray skin), providing confident two-handed or hand-transitioned control. Rich iron fittings display the elegant dragonfly motif that defines the series. Like other Dragonfly blades, it includes two protective bags—a blue cotton travel bag and a premium silk brocade display bag—combining functionality with refined presentation.