Replica tanto Jūken shira saya made of AISI 1075 steel - Hamon Choji

Product detailed description

Replica tanto Jūken shira saya made of AISI 1075 steel, real Choji hamon

The quality craftsmanship of this Jūken shira saya tanto replica makes it ideal for practicing traditional techniques or as a high-end collector's item for enthusiasts of Japanese history. The blade is crafted from folded AISI 1075 steel, with a hardness of 59-60 HRC. The blade is adorned with a real Choji hamon. The steel has been folded 11 times, creating 2048 layers for optimal toughness and hardness. The visible grain structure on the surface is the result of precise hand forging. The blade undergoes 14 processes, culminating in a final hand polish with a hazuya stone, revealing the detailed texture of the steel. The handle (tsuka) is made of hardwood, covered with genuine ray skin, and secured with a mekugi peg. Kashira-Gane and Fuchi are made of polished buffalo horn. The red glossy lacquered saya made of hardwood is complemented by Koiguchi, Kurigata, and Kojiri made of buffalo horn. The Dellinger company disclaims any responsibility for injuries and damages caused by improper handling. Store this item out of reach of children! Any handling of this replica is at your own risk.

The Tanto is a traditional Japanese knife that historically formed part of a samurai's equipment along with the wakizashi and katana (the daishō set). This replica faithfully interprets the historical design intended to overcome the protective elements of its time. The tanto features a high blade with a flat grind, ensuring excellent geometry for technique practice. While katana and wakizashi swords were historically reserved for the upper classes, the tanto could serve a wider range of people for personal needs.

The blade geometry (sori) is designed for clean material penetration. Thanks to the high hardness of the steel and the fulltang construction, this replica is suitable for practicing traditional cutting on tatami mats or bamboo as part of tameshigiri.

Blade material - folded AISI 1075 steel Saya: red glossy lacquered saya made of hardwood with Koiguchi, Kurigata, and Kojiri made of polished buffalo horn Tsuka: made of hardwood, covered with genuine ray skin, secured with a mekugi pin, and Kashira-Gane and Fuchi made of polished buffalo horn Total tanto length (without saya) - 49.0 cm Blade length (Nagasa) – 31.0 cm (from the end of Habaki) Tsuka (handle) length - 15.3 cm Weight including Saya - 560 g Habaki - brass (length 2.8 cm)