{"product_id":"four-winds-wakizashi-stainless-steel-iaido-training-sword","title":"Four Winds Wakizashi Iaito — Stainless Steel, Iaido Training Sword, Unsharpened","description":"\u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;line-height:1.8;margin:0 0 24px;\"\u003eShorter than a full Katana, this Four Winds Wakizashi Iaito is easier to handle in tight practice space while keeping the look of a traditional training sword.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA stainless steel \u003cstrong\u003ewakizashi iaito\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for martial arts students, instructors, and dojo practice. Unsharpened and practice-oriented — available in both Katana and Wakizashi configurations. Noticeably more substantial in hand than aluminum-alloy training swords, this version offers a weight presence that sits closer to what practitioners may expect from a traditional steel training sword. \u003cstrong\u003eFully disassemblable\u003c\/strong\u003e for inspection, transport, and maintenance — a traditional-style removable construction that sets it apart from fixed-assembly training swords.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned for practitioners who train with more weight.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis stainless steel iaito was developed for martial arts students and instructors who want more from their training sword than a lightweight aluminum-alloy option provides. While aluminum-alloy iaito are well suited for high-repetition forms work and extended sessions with minimal fatigue, some practitioners — particularly those at intermediate or advanced levels, or those who prefer more structural weight in their practice — find that a more substantial training sword better supports their development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stainless steel construction delivers that difference. It is noticeably heavier than aluminum-alloy versions, and for many practitioners the feel in hand sits meaningfully closer to a traditional steel sword — a more substantial feel through forms and draw practice, and a steadier sense of blade presence during structured training.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe construction follows a removable, traditional-style assembly — the blade, handle, and fittings can be separated for inspection, transport, and maintenance. This is a meaningful distinction from fixed-assembly training swords and reflects a more conventional approach to how the sword is put together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an unsharpened training sword. The blade has no cutting edge and is designed primarily for dojo practice, forms work, and demonstrations rather than decorative display. Training comes first in this design, with display value as a secondary consideration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in both Katana and Wakizashi configurations to support paired practice and full curriculum requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🚚 Order before \u003cstrong\u003e2:00 PM PST\u003c\/strong\u003e — ships same business day | After 2:00 PM PST — ships next business day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:Montserrat,sans-serif;font-size:13px;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:.08em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#1c1b1b;border-bottom:2px solid #1c1b1b;padding-bottom:8px;margin:8px 0 12px;\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin-bottom:28px;font-size:13px;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f8f8f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;font-weight:700;width:42%;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003eStainless Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;font-weight:700;width:42%;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003eProcess\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003eCold rolled, unsharpened\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f8f8f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;font-weight:700;width:42%;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003eHardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003eN\/A — unsharpened stainless training sword\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;font-weight:700;width:42%;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003eBo-hi (Blood Groove)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003eBo-hi (fuller) on each side\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f8f8f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;font-weight:700;width:42%;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003eWakizashi — Training sword (Iaito)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;font-weight:700;width:42%;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003eEdge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003eUnsharpened — Intended for structured iaido and iaijutsu practice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f8f8f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;font-weight:700;width:42%;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003eTsuka (Handle)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003eGenuine Rayskin wrapped with Japanese cotton Ito \u0026amp; 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The blade is unsharpened and intended for structured dojo practice. Construction is removable and can be fully disassembled.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.hms-faq-943 details{border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;}.hms-faq-943 details summary{list-style:none;display:flex;justify-content:space-between;align-items:center;padding:14px 4px;cursor:pointer;font-family:Montserrat,sans-serif;font-size:14px;font-weight:600;color:#1c1b1b;user-select:none;}.hms-faq-943 details summary::-webkit-details-marker{display:none;}.hms-faq-943 details summary::after{content:'+';font-size:20px;font-weight:300;color:#1c1b1b;transition:transform .2s;}.hms-faq-943 details[open] summary::after{content:'-';}.hms-faq-943 details p{margin:0 0 14px;padding:0 4px;font-family:Montserrat,sans-serif;font-size:14px;color:#444;line-height:1.6;}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family:Montserrat,sans-serif;font-size:15px;font-weight:700;color:#1c1b1b;margin:0 0 8px;letter-spacing:.03em;\"\u003eFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"hms-faq-943\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat do I notice first on this wakizashi?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"faq-body\"\u003eStart at the Four Winds tsuba, then the compact profile, and finally the black lacquer saya profile.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs this mainly for training or for display?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"faq-body\"\u003ePrimary use is structured dojo practice and forms work. Display use is possible, but this model is tuned for handling behavior first.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat is different from aluminum-alloy training swords?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"faq-body\"\u003eThis stainless version has more body and steadier feel in movement. It is built for a more substantial handling feel during repetition work.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan the sword be taken apart for cleaning and maintenance?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"faq-body\"\u003eYes. The blade, handle, and fittings are separable in a traditional-style removable construction for inspection and transport.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I pair this with a matching katana model?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"faq-body\"\u003eYes. Matched katana and wakizashi options are available, so training programs can use both lengths if needed.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Handmade Sword","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31708014968897,"sku":"943","price":160.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/8397\/2417\/files\/four-winds-wakizashi-iaito-943-1.jpg?v=1776818894","url":"https:\/\/www.handmadesword.com\/products\/four-winds-wakizashi-stainless-steel-iaido-training-sword","provider":"Handmade Sword","version":"1.0","type":"link"}