Saya: In-Depth Crafting Process of My Wakizashi Scabbard with (Mostly) Traditional Techniques

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In this latest episode of my wakizashi series, I take on the challenging task of crafting the saya (scabbard) for my blade. Just like all the other pieces, this was a long and tedious process that required careful attention to detail.
For the saya, I chose linden wood, known for its ease of carving and elasticity. The koiguchi (scabbard mouth) and the mouthpiece for the kozuka (small knife) are both made from horn. To secure the sageo cord to the scabbard, I shaped a Kurigata from olive wood burl. Additionally, the Kojiri (saya tip) features mild steel with copper wire inlay decoration, matching the other copper elements of the wakizashi.
Throughout the shaping process, I made sure to avoid using sandpaper or abrasives, ensuring the inside remains free from hard particles, so the blade can slide in and out of the saya scratch-free.
For the finishing touch, I experimented with a traditional urushi-like finish using ground and finely sifted tea leaves. While I didn't use real urushi due to the extended drying times, I opted for modern products like resins and nitro solvent-based paints. The result may have a slightly rougher texture compared to the original, but I'm thrilled with the outcome. Not only does it look similar, but it likely provides a tougher finish too!
Overall, I'm extremely happy with how the saya turned out. The blade fits snugly, and the saya securely grips the habaki as it should. As a non-woodworker, creating this piece entirely with hand tools was a rewarding challenge that I successfully overcame.
Stay tuned for the next episode where I'll be crafting the kozuka to perfectly fit the hole in the scabbard.
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0:00 - Linden Wood Saya Base
3:33 - Koiguchi (Scabbard Mouth)
4:53 - Kojiri (Saya Tip)
7:27 - Kurigata (Sageo Cord Latch)
9:02 - Kozuka Holder
10:52 - Disassembly and Wood Preparation
11:24 - Wood Finish
13:04 - Final Assembly
13:51 - Result and Test
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@wangtastic6 10 ай бұрын

This series is so awesome. And I love it when you use tools that you created in previous videos. It’s like finding an easter egg!

@manzotin93 10 ай бұрын

Best series ever! I wish one day i'll be able to travel to Japan and find a real katana blacksmith! Thanks BBP!

@danthemakerman 10 ай бұрын

Every piece is like a separate work of art. I love your attention to detail.

@raphaelm4367 10 ай бұрын

wow amazing work as usual, the black texture on the scabbard turned out really great ! And the overall black look of the wakizashi is awesome congrats !

@hardupactor 7 ай бұрын

That was such an enjoyable video to watch, my first one of yours too. So amazed to watch an artist work from start to finish.

@Nikki_Foxx 10 ай бұрын

One of my favorite builds yet!

@Geckomayhem 10 ай бұрын

It turned out really nice. You make it look easy, but Japanese craftsmanship is so precise. What an amazing job you did. :)

@Pancreaticdefect 10 ай бұрын

I watch a ton of craftsmen on KZfaq and I've seen many long series of them producing some amazing things but this has definitely been one of my favorites I've followed. You learn a lot even outside of the crafting process. For instance I knew what a Wakizashi was, but had never even heard of a kozuka. So l looked it up. And now I know.

@2rueblue 10 ай бұрын

I have enjoyed this journey, and I love the progression of the channel by introducing more equipment that allows your obvious talent to show. I honestly really enjoy watching you breathe life into these projects. I also like the way you have tried to be as traditional as possible with the way you have recreated this piece. No doubt someone will comment saying something to the contrary but you have stayed as traditional as practically possible. Well done and all the best from Scotland

@cris-ci8fs 10 ай бұрын

Ouahh..quel plaisir à regarder à apprendre de vous .merci merci beaucoup

@acraftman2823 10 ай бұрын

As a maker of things for over forty years I am humbled by your talent,(also a little jealous!).I look forward to seeing this cut a silk scarf in half floating thru the air.😉

@bramweinreder2346 10 ай бұрын

May it go loved and appreciated for another 500 years.

@ditullioa 10 ай бұрын

As much as I love the work you do, I never commented before. You should open a school!!! Absolutely love the work you do and having seen the range and growth over the years.

@18deadmonkeys 10 ай бұрын

this channel is the leading cause of my dry mouth because my jaw is always hanging wide open. I'm always blown away by what you create.

@Jinedan 10 ай бұрын

Fascinating. Hypnotic. Stunning.

@eliot6989 10 ай бұрын

I love the addition of the tiny koiguchi for the tool slot

@robertbeer2584 10 ай бұрын

everytime i watch the next in the series i think how can it get better but it does... no words....just wow wow wow

@1Requs 10 ай бұрын

Wow! beautiful piece of craftsmanship!

@andresvenegas3346 10 ай бұрын

l'intero progetto è stato un bellissimo *capolavoro* …congratulazioni 👏🏼🍾

@Didymus20X6 10 ай бұрын

It's interesting the different ways I've seen crafters add texture to these scabbards.

@a-sheepof-christ9027 10 ай бұрын

*I love this project, and the saya looks amazing. The only thing I noticed and think needs to change is the kurigata. I can't possibly be the only one reminded of a human ear when looking at it at 14:00.

@volkangunyeli 10 ай бұрын

Nefis bir kın. Tebrikler.👌👍👏👏🙌

@stephenjohnson6841 10 ай бұрын

A true craftsman. Thanks again for taking us along!

@stromnessboy5171 10 ай бұрын

Absolutely incredible work! Thanks so much for this series. Its been really enjoyable to watch.

@TrueThiago 10 ай бұрын

This is SO BEAUTIFUL! You should be proud! Rio de Janeiro - 🇧🇷

@claymore440 10 ай бұрын

Interesting use of green tea flakes.

@mushfiqurrahman2515 10 ай бұрын

And, we're finally here

@dainius4168 10 ай бұрын

Impeccable work!

@lewissammons 10 ай бұрын

This is truly stellar

@VolodiaLukianov 10 ай бұрын

Очень круто. Я даже пропустил уведомление о низком заряде аккумулятора и был сильно удивлён, когда включился комп.

@bengy1977 10 ай бұрын

so much meticulous detail you put into your work. it's really wonderful to watch. Camera work is spot on too.

@Vickie-Bligh 10 ай бұрын

What beautiful work.

@unicornep1818 10 ай бұрын

A thing of beauty

@eatwhatthemonkeyseat8161 10 ай бұрын

Always love seeing a new video from BBP.

@nefus318 10 ай бұрын

A masterpiece!

@dlkravcov1973 10 ай бұрын

Fabulous! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

@JohnThorpe1623 10 ай бұрын

Beautiful!

@Beltfed45 10 ай бұрын

This is just beautiful. Great work sir!

@macedindu829 10 ай бұрын

Absolutely sick!

@gerryhuntman 10 ай бұрын

Great attention to detail and skill. Was a joy to see.

@BrownDragonClan 10 ай бұрын

Absolutely beautiful work

@GP-hf3qi 10 ай бұрын

That is just stunning !

@noneyabidness9644 10 ай бұрын

I used crushed charcoal when I did a saya with that texture. Macha is a good idea.

@josehenriques3301 10 ай бұрын

What an amazing job!!! Congratulations on this piece of art.

@tomswindler64 10 ай бұрын

As always your craftsmanship is at the top.great little video,can tell your in your own little world when you start to create your creations.kudos to you sir.carry on.👍👍👍😎😎😎

@richardabbott5601 10 ай бұрын

Beautiful craftsmanship.

@remoc52357 10 ай бұрын

WoW......beautiful all around......

@clayweaver2066 10 ай бұрын

Fantastic work!! That is truly an heirloom quality artifact. Most Excellent!!

@angelataylor4540 9 ай бұрын

Spectacular

@Bevel_and_Bark 10 ай бұрын

I absolutely love the wakasashi series! And I’m thinking about joining the samurai challenge

@michaelharrison8036 10 ай бұрын

Very informative video!👍👍

@christianthmpsn 10 ай бұрын

I wish I lived where you do. I would seriously apprentice underneath you.

@outlawbladesandleather 10 ай бұрын

Amazing build! I enjoyed the entire series.

@nathkrupa3463 10 ай бұрын

Great work sir thanks for sharing

@rudolphduplooy3835 10 ай бұрын

Very very nice! Beautiful work!

@MASI_forging 10 ай бұрын

Beautiful workmanship 👍

@robertmanley7556 10 ай бұрын

Absolutely amazing craftsmanship !! This was absolutely amazing to watch I enjoy each of your video's !!👍👍

@jerryjohnson4618 10 ай бұрын

Magnificent Wakizashi Scabbard !!!!!!!!!!!

@jamesperkins9833 10 ай бұрын

Stunning work!

@fredcrews7401 10 ай бұрын

This whole project.... ❤️

@stickyfoot84 10 ай бұрын

That was a fun project to watch, turned out really nice 👍

@plooo3532 10 ай бұрын

Amazing work 👏

@Einherjar_17 10 ай бұрын

Una obra de arte, maestro!.

@TonySeverioKnives 10 ай бұрын

Awesome work!

@vinceianni4026 10 ай бұрын

Hello mister beautifully made well done

@vivipopo163 10 ай бұрын

Waoooow i was wondering why the herbs the result is just awesome

@gmbs81 10 ай бұрын

THIS IS INSANE 😮

@stejo3 10 ай бұрын

Nice work

@aka1gbr 10 ай бұрын

impressive

@johnbuckley5358 10 ай бұрын

Genius.

@olivierquaderi8766 10 ай бұрын

Beautiful video, superb work! A pleasure to follow you on KZfaq. Greetings from the south of France

@josephcormier5974 10 ай бұрын

Well done sir this work of art should be desplade in a museum thank you for bringing us along on the journey to beauty six stars

@BlackBeardProjects 10 ай бұрын

Thanks a lot! Cheers!

@TundeEszlari 10 ай бұрын

King content.

@Rsama60 10 ай бұрын

How inspirational, I wish I would be that far with the Tanto I started a while ago.

@enderlebrave2 10 ай бұрын

Magnifique ! Je me sens déjà être un peu plus un samouraï 😅

@mistakorsunlight6035 10 ай бұрын

Master 👏

@ugoandreatricoli1947 10 ай бұрын

fighissimo! bello bello bello

@ls901 10 ай бұрын

Amazing! Hope you make a full size katana someday.

@stupidocanerosa 10 ай бұрын

At'zè propi brao!

@ecruoseht 10 ай бұрын

Grande!!!

@renatovieira8139 10 ай бұрын

Great. Show. Brazil 🇧🇷 🇧🇷

@crli4353 10 ай бұрын

well done.....the only thing I would have add was soritsuna, perhaps one which matched the kurikata

@giceliovasconcelos4071 10 ай бұрын

Show parabens 👏👏👏

@medievilassassin 8 ай бұрын

Great video though I’m going to use some of the materials on my saya 😎

@228-Jam 10 ай бұрын

Loved this sculpture, for a second I thought you were going to be tempted to just resell the holes on the back of the bear. First glance they looked like battle scars to add a little something. Still turned out impeccable as always!

@RicardoRamos551 10 ай бұрын

Looks amazing! May I suggest you lower the volume of the sounds coming from the power tools when they show up on video?

@AaronBosterMD 10 ай бұрын

Wow!!

@mulla_modi 10 ай бұрын

Wow

@noneyabidness9644 10 ай бұрын

I prefer iron koiguchi. Much more time consuming to make, but unlike ox horn, they'll never break. (Had that happen to me once, and had to grind off the ox horn on the saya.)

@giurgin27 10 ай бұрын

sei un artista...

@nilswikstrom5090 10 ай бұрын

The patience is starting to match Clicksprings energy 😅

@Ryono_Channel 9 ай бұрын

Sangat bagus

@DisgruntledGrunt 10 ай бұрын

I love this build!!! Will you be making a Tanto and Katana for a matched set?

@eliot6989 10 ай бұрын

Interesting dust channel size. I made mine on my koidatsu saya an inch or so long lol

@andreasketterer2536 10 ай бұрын

Top ❤👍🏻💪🏻✌🏻🇩🇪

@matthewdroz5613 10 ай бұрын

I wanna buy this haha

@fiddyb 10 ай бұрын

gotta love that traditional japanese bosch circular saw

@BlackBeardProjects 10 ай бұрын

(mostly)

@MandoHalrissian 10 ай бұрын

Can't you read???

@kjkallio4393 10 ай бұрын

Amazing work throughout! What type of wood is the scabbard? A lot of woods have acids in them that'll end up corroding that beautiful blade in the long run, so adding a cloth liner could be worth considering!

@The_Joker_ 6 ай бұрын

8:24 What is it and why is it important? Great video 🫡❤

@hilaryboardman7167 10 ай бұрын

Absolutely fantastic work! Could you tell what the finish you used is? The leaves powder and the paint you use? I am making a yazutsu for my kyudo arrows and I would like to use a similar finish. Thanks!