Hand Forged Japanese Tanto Sword Mini Katana O-Kissaki Honsanmai Clay Tempered Osoraku Shell Saya – Color:Beige – HAND SHARPENING:No

DescriptionDescription: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 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:43cm / 16.9″Nagasa(Blade):24cm / 9.4″Tsuka(Handle):13cm / 5.1″Motohaba(width near habaki):3.15cmSakihaba(width near yokote):2.2cmSori(curve): 0.7cmKasane(thickness at habaki): 7.1mmSakikasane(thickness at yokote): 3mmBlade:Honsanmai, 1095 Steel Folded SteelSaya Material:  Hardwood Shell Buffalo HornHandle Material:Hardwood Shell Buffalo HornTsuba:Iron 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.