Description:
The Tanto is one of the oldest and most respected Samurai weapons in Japanese history. It dates back to the Heian period and was utilized as a weapon during battles to penetrate and pierce through the armor of the opponent more efficiently. Tanto has also been utilized for slashing, it has highly effective in close-quarter combat. Women would sometimes carry a tanto concealed in their sash or obi for self-defense.We offer traditionally made Japanese Tanto in all sizes and shapes.

Features:

1095 high carbon steel+folded steel. Full Tang. Clay tempered.
Battle ready, not just a collectible.
Traditional craftsmanship, hand forged, hand polished.
Perfect balance, comfortable grip.
Gives away a free sword bag and spare Mekugi (Peg).
Free engraving available.

Tanto Specifications:

Overall Length:	54cm / 21.3"
Nagasa(Blade):	31cm / 12.2"
Tsuka(Handle):	15cm / 5.9"
Motohaba(width near habaki):	3.15cm
Sakihaba(width near yokote):	2.3cm
Sori(curve):	0.7cm
Kasane(thickness at habaki):	7.5mm
Sakikasane(thickness at yokote):	3mm
Blade:	Honsanmai, 1095 High Carbon Steel+Folded steel
Saya Material:	Hardwood+Buffalo Horn+Rayskin
Handle Material:	Hardwood+Genuine Rayskin
Tsuba:	Iron, 74744mm

Notes:

The display stand and packing box aren't included.
Our products are 100% handmade, so specification varies slightly from sword to sword. We appreciate your understanding.
All our katana swords are hand forged by swordsmiths, the forging time about 7-15 days. For some high-performance swords may require longer hand forged processing time, depending on the difficulty of the craft.

Hand Forged Japanese Tanto Short Sword Sanmai Clay Tempered Half-Rayskin Saya Sharp