Product Overview

This 12-inch Japanese Tanto is a testament to centuries of swordsmithing tradition. Forged from T10 high-carbon tool steel and shaped through the ancient clay tempering (yaki-ire) process, the blade develops a striking genuine hamon — the wavy temper line that separates an ordinary blade from a true samurai weapon.

Each blade undergoes 17 stages of meticulous hand water-polishing, achieving a mirror-like finish that reveals the hamon in breathtaking detail. The zinc alloy tsuba (hand guard) provides both protection and classical elegance, while the solid wood scabbard is finished in a stunning red cracked lacquer pattern that catches the light like lightning across the surface. Every sword ships in a premium brocade gift box, making it an unforgettable present for any Japanese sword enthusiast.

Specifications

Key Features

• ▸ T10 High-Carbon Tool Steel — Forged from premium T10 steel for exceptional hardness, superior edge retention, and outstanding durability.
• ▸ Authentic Clay Tempering (Yaki-Ire) — Traditional differential hardening creates a genuine, visible hamon with a hard cutting edge and flexible spine.
• ▸ 17-Step Hand Water Polish — Each blade is painstakingly polished by hand through seventeen stages, achieving a mirror finish that reveals the hamon in stunning detail.
• ▸ Zinc Alloy Tsuba — Ornate hand guard crafted from zinc alloy, combining traditional aesthetics with lasting corrosion resistance.
• ▸ Red Cracked Lacquer Saya — Solid wood scabbard finished with a dramatic red cracked lacquer pattern that resembles lightning across the surface.
• ▸ Premium Brocade Gift Box — Arrives in an elegant brocade presentation box, making it the perfect ready-to-gift item for any occasion.
• ▸ Full Tang Construction — Blade extends through the entire handle for perfect balance, strength, and authentic samurai sword handling.

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