Whether you are a sword collector or a martial art practitioner, if you are looking for a honshu tactical tanto that is a lot more than just a practice piece, you have come to the right place. Our swords are made of quality materials,each sword we make is handmade with care, fully functional, and capable of test cutting. Also if you are considering buying them as collections or gifts for your friends, That would be the best choice.

























High quality, extremely sharp, excellent balance, and beautiful. I walk my 4½ pound Biewer Terrier in my back woods. Trailcams have captured single and double coyote and groups of feral dogs. I have the tanto on my belt and feel very safe and able to protect my tiny dog should I need to.
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Handmade Japanese Tanto Sword 1045 Carbon Steel Full Tang |
This Tanto is simple and elegant. Just what I wanted. A couple of finish points could be improved, to be honest. The Saya, scabbard, had a small raised rough spot from debris in the finish. The point where the Habaki, ferrule, meets the blade at the Mune-Machi, notch at the back, is rough due to uneven surface match of the two metals. The Ha, cutting edge, had a bur. This was easy to remedy with less than five minutes of sharpening. Not razor sharp, but it will pop a few hairs. To be fair, the price was reasonable, it was handmade, and it was shipped quickly. Customer service was excellent for me. They responded in a timely manner and were very nice. This Tanto is well balanced, feels good in my hand, and displays well. I am happy with this knife. I collect knives and this one is a beauty.
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Handmade Japanese Samurai Tanto Sword High Manganese Steel |
Nice, killer balance! Made well! Love the eel skin grip,nice blade
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Handmade Japanese Short Tanto Sword 1045 Carbon Steel |
i have never used truekatana before and i am quite satisfied with 2 tanto purchases i made from there. first off, was packed well and was protected coming to this country. the shirasaya tanto is beautiful and is very sharp-cant wait to test cut with it. As a true gamble i ordered a higher end more ornamental tanto and was in disbelief as i saw that the blade is probably the sharpest of any blade i have. I cant wait to test. i have no doubt both tantos are properly pegged, functional, and will perform! if i have one complaint its that everything should come with its respective swordbag. I will order from truekatana again for sure.
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Handmade Japanese Aikuchi Tanto Sword 1045 Carbon Steel |
I really love the craftsmanship and wish I could get the full sword that matches. I recommend TrueKatana to anyone that is a collector and have told my friends of the company. Delivery of package was prompt and safely packaged.
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Handmade Japanese Short Tanto Sword 1045 Carbon Steel |
The ito is semi-tight. The blade itself is very well done. Habaki is nicely done. The kahira and fuchi are very plain nothing special but the do their job. Sageo is definitely one of the nicer ones i have seen for a blade of this price.The Tsuba design is nice and the saya has a really cool design. Overall a nice collectors piece. I am happy with the selection.
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Handmade Short Japanese Tanto Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel Real Hamon |
Beautiful Katana and the craftsmanship is stupendous! I am really enjoying my gift!
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Handmade Shirasaya Tanto Sword T10 Carbon Steel Real Hamon |
A great service and a great product. Very happy thank you.
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Handmade Short Japanese Tanto Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel Real Hamon |
Very nice craftsmanship. Was impressed with detail.
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Handmade Japanese Short Tanto Sword 1045 Carbon Steel With Black Scabbard |
I was remarkably pleased with the item I ordered. It is not only beautiful but well crafted .
Thanks.
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Handmade Short Japanese Tanto Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel Real Hamon |
Perfect! Love my short sword can't wait to buy more!
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Handmade Short Japanese Tanto Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel Real Hamon |
Great looking and well constructed keep up the great workmanship
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Handmade Japanese Double Edge Tanto Sword Full Tang |
Great blade for the price. Very symmetrical grinds and a good edge
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Handmade Shirasaya Tanto Sword T10 Carbon Steel Real Hamon |
Exceeded my expectation, very well made. A welcome addition to my collection and that was my first tanto. I will be checking out your site to see what else you have.
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Handmade Japanese Short Tanto Sword 1045 Carbon Steel |
Came faster then expected, beautiful, perfect, wasn’t expecting it to be as good quality as it is. 5/5!
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Handmade Japanese Double Edge Tanto Sword Full Tang |
Some parts were not put together/glued properly; very good quality otherwise
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Handmade Japanese Tanto Sword Real Hamon |
Beautiful craftsmanship, made strong and definitely much better quality than I expected. Fell in love with it out of the box, arrived fast and flawlessly. I am very impressed with this sword, nice work True Katana this was exactly what I was looking for, strong and beautiful! Thanks
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Handmade Japanese Double Edge Tanto Sword Full Tang |
Very satisfied. Would like a little more communication regarding delays.
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Handmade Japanese Shirasaya Tanto Sword T10 Carbon Steel Real Hamon |
This was my first sword of any sort and Fiona made it a thoroughly enjoyable experience!
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Handmade Japanese Short Tanto Sword 1045 Carbon Steel |
order arrived in record time.Ordered a pair of tanto, both of which were in very nice condition and SHARP...these blades will be remounted with upgraded koshirae...although the stock fuchigashira are quite nice.
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Handmade Japanese Short Tanto Sword 1045 Carbon Steel |