平勝盛 Wakizashi
Taira Katsumori Wakizashi
Basic Information
Name on the front: Taira no Katsumori
Inscription on the back: Unmarked
Period: Unknown (no description)
Dimensions and Features
Blade length: 44.3 cm
Width at Hamachi / Moto-Haba: 26.0 mm
Thickness at Moto-Kasane: 5.8 mm
Curve / SORI: 1.0 cm
Width at Kissaki / Saki-Haba: 18.4 mm
Thickness at Saki-Kasane: 3.9 mm
Mekugi-ana (nail holes): 2
Total weight
With Saya: 399 g
Blade only: 346 g
Taira Katsumori Wakizashi
Basic Information
Name on the front: Taira no Katsumori
Inscription on the back: Unmarked
Period: Unknown (no description)
Dimensions and Features
Blade length: 44.3 cm
Width at Hamachi / Moto-Haba: 26.0 mm
Thickness at Moto-Kasane: 5.8 mm
Curve / SORI: 1.0 cm
Width at Kissaki / Saki-Haba: 18.4 mm
Thickness at Saki-Kasane: 3.9 mm
Mekugi-ana (nail holes): 2
Total weight
With Saya: 399 g
Blade only: 346 g
Taira Katsumori Wakizashi
Basic Information
Name on the front: Taira no Katsumori
Inscription on the back: Unmarked
Period: Unknown (no description)
Dimensions and Features
Blade length: 44.3 cm
Width at Hamachi / Moto-Haba: 26.0 mm
Thickness at Moto-Kasane: 5.8 mm
Curve / SORI: 1.0 cm
Width at Kissaki / Saki-Haba: 18.4 mm
Thickness at Saki-Kasane: 3.9 mm
Mekugi-ana (nail holes): 2
Total weight
With Saya: 399 g
Blade only: 346 g
Description.
Made by the swordsmith 'Taira no Katsumori', this Wakizashi has an excellent overall shape and balance. Despite its compact size (blade length 44.3 cm) it combines practicality and beauty.
Shape features
Warp: 1.0 cm soft warp, forming a graceful figure.
Width and weight: The blade's solid width (26.0 mm) and thickness (5.8 mm) give it a robust appearance.
Tip width and tip weight: the blade tapers naturally towards the tip for a fine finish.
Practicality
Lightweight: the blade weighs only 346g, making it easy to handle.
Meugaku holes: Two meugaku holes showing signs of use and adjustment.
Special points.
With a blade length of 44.3 cm, it is easy to handle, practical and portable.
Impressive Wakizashi with a graceful warp and solid form.
Well-proportioned finish with a sense of craftsmanship.
Recommendations.
This Wakizashi is lightweight and solidly constructed, making it an ideal piece for everyday self-defence and appreciation. The elegant warp and detailed workmanship make it a highly attractive piece to add to your collection.
