Copper Japanese Tanto – Folded Steel with Real Choji Hamon

Forged Japanese TANTO sword with real Choji hamon. Sharp (cut) samurai sword tanto finds its use as a decoration, but also for active martial arts training. The steel is partially hardened and has a hardness grade of 52 HRC. Attractive and sharp blade, wooden saya plus tsuka (handle) all make this tanto very interesting and desirable. Tanto is stored in a canvas bag. The tanta blade is decorated with a real hamon Choji. Company Dellinger disclaims all liability for injury and damage resulting from use. Keep tanto out of reach of children ! Any tampering with the samurai sword is your own responsibility. Remember, you have a deadly weapon in your hands!

Tanto 短刀 is a Japanese knife that was carried by a samurai together with wakizashi a katana in what's known as adaishō set. The length of the blade should not exceed 30.3 cm. The tanto knifewas designed for penetrating armor and protection of all kinds. The tanto blade is similar to the style of Japanese long (katana) and short (wakizashi) swords. The tanto knife has a high blade with a flat grind, resulting in extremely strong penetration, making it ideal for stabbing into hard materials. This "dagger" could be carried by the common people for their defence. Only a samurai was allowed to carry a katana or wakizashi. If a samurai had to commit ritual seppuku suicide, he used a wakizashi short sword, while a woman used a tanto dagger in most cases.

The blade has a sori (blade curvature) designed for the cleanest and finest cuts. Combined with the impressive hardness of the steel and the full tang construction of the tanta, it is possible to easily cut through tatami, straw mats or bamboo for tameshigiri.