APOC – Survival Wakizashi – Designed by Angus Trim
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$170.99
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- Class
- Battle Ready
- Overall Length
- 28 1/4"
- Weight
- 1 lb 15 oz
- Brand
- APOC
- Culture
- Japanese
Overview
APOC - Survival Wakizashi - Designed by Angus Trim
The A.P.O.C. Survival Wakizashi is an all-business tactical Wakizashi designed for maximum usability, practicality and lethality. the clean lines of this sword emphasize decisive cutting coupled with robust construction; the spine of the blade is thick and strong and in profile the blade has an elongated, chisel-like geometry designed to give it a long cutting plane - this is a blade built to cut, hack, stab and slice with authority. The blade is constructed from 9260 high carbon steel and is finished with a Black Oxide coating to minimize maintenance and maximize stealth. The edge hardness of the blade is 56 HRc.
The thickened tang is very wide for optimum hilt durability; the grip scale slabs are both simple and sturdy G10 Fiberglass laminate which is triple anchored into the tang. The grip design is flush with the tang and has no notable hard edges so as to prevent blisters and lesions on the hands from extended field use. A hooked notch at the base of the blade prevents the hands from sliding onto the blade during a strike. A pre-drilled lanyard hole accommodates your own lanyard or hanging loop.
The sword comes with a tactical sheath of fiberglass with MOLLE system-compatible hanging slots. Two knobs in the sheath lock onto matching indents on the the sword to secure it into the scabbard when sheathed.
Specifications
Every measurement that matters
- Brand
- APOC
- Culture
- Japanese
- Pommel
- Integrated
- Overall Length
- 28 1/4"
- Blade Length
- 20 1/4"
- Weight
- 1 lb 15 oz
- Edge
- Sharp
- P.O.B.
- 2 1/2"
- Thickness
- 5.7 mm - 4.4 mm`
- Width
- 28 mm
- Grip Length
- 7 3/4"
- Class
- Battle Ready
- Country of Origin
- China
- Type
- Wakizashi
Reviews
What collectors are saying
Q&A
Questions from the community
Q What steel and finish does the blade use? Common Question
It is 9260 high carbon steel with a black oxide coating; edge hardness is listed at 56 HRC.
Q How does it feel in hand and where is the balance point? Common Question
Reviewers note a solid, slightly heavy feel but good balance; the point of balance is about 2.5 inches from the guard.
Q Is it suitable for cutting or survival use? Common Question
Designed as a tactical wakizashi for field use and hard tasks; many buyers use it as a rugged cutting tool, though several recommend edge reprofiling for finer slicing.
Q What is the grip construction? Common Question
Wide, thick tang with G10 fiberglass laminate scales that are triple anchored; the scales are flush to reduce hot spots and include a lanyard hole.
Q What kind of sheath is included? Common Question
A fiberglass tactical sheath with MOLLE-compatible slots; locking knobs engage indents on the blade for retention.
Q Is it sharpened from the factory? Common Question
Listed as sharp; several users report a durable, axe-like edge that may benefit from reprofiling or a sharpening service for slicing performance.
Q What are the key dimensions and weight? Common Question
Overall length 28.25 inches, blade length 20.25 inches, grip 7.75 inches, width 28 mm, thickness tapers 5.7 mm to 4.4 mm, weight 1 lb 15 oz.
Q Where is it made and by whom? Common Question
Manufactured by APOC in China; design by Angus Trim.
Q What historical lineage does the design follow? Common Question
A modern tactical interpretation of the Japanese wakizashi, emphasizing clean, chisel-like cutting geometry.
Q Any safety or handling features? Common Question
A hooked notch at the base of the blade helps prevent hand slippage; the flush scales reduce blisters during extended use.
The Maker
APOC
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A bit heavy for how it looks, but well balanced and feels pretty good in the hand.
The sheathe is solid and the blade itself seems bulletproof; The edge is very sharp and seems nearly indestructible, but out of the box it is almost like an axe grind, great for durability, but will need re-profiling if you want to use it to slice well.
No issues with the quality itself and I have gotten used to the weight over time.
First, I need to thank everyone at KOA for their patience and understanding in my search for the sword that fit my needs. Every one of you are awesome. I found it.
Second, this Wakizashi has exceeded all of my expectations. This is exactly the sword I had in mind when I began my search. Then, she arrived at my door. I knew it before I had even unsheathed the blade. If you get this sword you will not be disappointed. Thank you again.
I’ve had this wak for several days now, long enough to form a realistic opinion of it. Like every APOC offering that I’ve handled it lives up to its billing as a survival tool. It has a “beauty is as beauty does” appeal. The blade steel is first rate, and the grind lines are smooth and even enough to be visually satisfying. The sheath is sturdy and utilitarian. As with most APOC swords mine could be improved by minor sanding around the handle and guard to improve comfort, but it’s nothing that can’t be performed by anyone who could effectively use this item. These aren’t wall-hangers. These are tools that can be depended on to actually save your life! Excellent value.
It’s nice but the edge they put on it is more of a knife edge which means the entire edge geometry needs to be re-worked for it is be actually sharp. A little let down at this price point.
Get the sharpening service if you buy one. I got one (not via KOA alas) and it is blunter than an axe and a little too handle heavy. Will require a bit of work to get functional. On the bright side, it is a very sexy looking item (the pictures don’t do it justice) and durable as hell.
Though I gave it a 2 star because in its current condition it is not a functional sword, I am considering getting it’s smaller sibling the Wakizashi as well because with some work I feel they will make a good pair, just need to put in some modification work.