Hand Forged Japanese Shirasaya Tanto Sword Short Sword Mini Katana 1095 High Carbon Steel Clay Tempered
Description:
The Tanto is one of the oldest and most respected Samurai katana in Japanese history. It dates back to the Heian period and was utilized 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.
This hand-forged Japanese Shirasaya Tanto Sword, crafted in the shirasaya sword style, features a single-edged tanto blade made from 1095 carbon steel, clay tempered for superior sharpness. The design, inspired by the Edo period, reflects the simplicity and elegance of shirasaya katana, with traditional sword mountings made from natural woods. Perfect for martial arts practitioners and collectors, it embodies the refined craftsmanship and cultural heritage of feudal Japan in a compact short sword form.
Features:
- 1095 high carbon 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): | 3.1cm |
| Sakihaba(width near yokote): | 2.2cm |
| Sori(curve): | 0.7cm |
| Kasane(thickness at habaki): | 7.5mm |
| Sakikasane(thickness at yokote): | 3mm |
| Blade: | Maru, 1095 High Carbon Steel |
| Saya Material: | Huawi Wood+Buffalo Horn |
| Handle Material: | Huawi Wood+Buffalo Horn |
| Weight without saya : | 1.2lb |
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.
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