Product Overview

This 12-inch Mirror Polish Samurai Tanto is a breathtaking fusion of cutting-edge metallurgy and timeless Japanese artistry. The blade is forged from high-performance manganese steel and hardened to an impressive 60 HRC — delivering exceptional edge retention, superior strength, and a blade that holds its razor-sharp edge through countless displays.

What truly sets this tanto apart is its hand-polished mirror finish. Each blade is meticulously polished by master craftsmen until it achieves a flawless, reflective surface that gleams like liquid silver — a finish reserved for only the finest ceremonial and collector-grade swords.

The zinc alloy fittings set includes an ornately carved tsuba (hand guard), fuchi (collar), and kashira (pommel), all finished in a striking silver tone with intricate detailing. The solid wood scabbard is coated in rich red Japanese lacquer and adorned with hand-painted bamboo and plum blossom motifs in a luminous shell-inlay style. A decorative sageo (cord) completes the authentic samurai aesthetic. This is not just a sword — it is a statement piece.

Specifications

Key Features

• ▸ 60 HRC Manganese Steel Blade — Forged from high-performance manganese steel and heat-treated to 60 HRC for extreme hardness, superior edge retention, and outstanding durability.
• ▸ Flawless Mirror Polish — Each blade is hand-polished to a mirror-like finish, creating a stunning reflective surface that captures and plays with light from every angle.
• ▸ Zinc Alloy Fittings Set — Complete matching mountings including an ornately carved tsuba, fuchi, and kashira in a refined silver finish for a cohesive, elegant look.
• ▸ Red Lacquer Shell-Inlay Saya — Solid wood scabbard finished in rich red Japanese lacquer with hand-painted bamboo and plum blossom motifs in a luminous shell-inlay style.
• ▸ Decorative Sageo Cord — Authentic black sageo (scabbard cord) adds the final touch of traditional samurai craftsmanship and visual sophistication.
• ▸ Full Tang Construction — Blade extends through the entire handle for perfect balance, strength, and authentic samurai sword handling.

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