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Real Short Sword
Discover our Real Short Sword collection, featuring genuinely hand-forged compact blades across Japanese and Chinese traditions. Every short sword here is crafted from real carbon steel with full-tang construction — not decorative replicas or stainless steel imitations. Compact in size but authentic in every detail. Free U.S. shipping and 30-day return guarantee.
T10 Carbon Steel Tanto Sword With Real Hamon In White Saya - Hand-painted Wolf Scabbard Collectible
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149.00 USD
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Was: 179.00 USD
T10 Carbon Steel Clay Tempered Tanto With Real Hamon - Speckled Black Saya In White Tsuka Wrap
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139.00 USD
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Was: 179.00 USD
Shirasaya Tanto T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel With Real Hamon In Natural Rosewood Saya
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149.00 USD
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Was: 179.00 USD
T10 Carbon Steel Shirasaya Tanto With Real Rayskin Saya - Full Tang Hamon Blade
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689.00 USD
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Was: 859.00 USD
Clay Tempered T10 Steel Tanto With Real Hamon In Dark Blue Dragon Saya - Gold Alloy Wave Tsuba
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319.00 USD
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Was: 399.00 USD
T10 Steel Tanto With Blue Dragon Lacquered Saya - Gold Tsuba, White Cord Handle, Real Hamon
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389.00 USD
T10 Clay Tempered Tanto Sword With Real Hamon In Red Saya - Gold Floral Tsuba Collectible
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149.00 USD
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Was: 209.00 USD
T10 Folded Clay Tempered Tanto Sword With Real Hamon In Brown Ito And Kanji-carved Leather Saya
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179.00 USD
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Was: 209.00 USD
T10 Clay Tempered Shirasaya Tanto With Real Hamon In Natural Rosewood Saya - Aikuchi Collectible
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149.00 USD
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Was: 179.00 USD
T10 Carbon Steel Hamidashi Tanto With Real Hamon In Black Piano Lacquer Saya - Gold Habaki Accent
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149.00 USD
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Was: 179.00 USD
Shirasaya Tanto In T10 Carbon Steel With Real Hamon - Natural Wood Saya & Brass Tsuba
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309.00 USD
Japanese Tanto T10 Steel Real Hamon Blade With Teal Lacquer Saya - Dark Blue Cord Handle
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229.00 USD
T10 Carbon Steel Tanto With Real Hamon - Black Blade, Gold Tsuba, Brown Rayskin Saya
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249.00 USD
T10 Carbon Steel Tanto With Real Hamon - Red Saya, Brown Cord Handle, Alloy Tsuba
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179.00 USD
Manganese Steel Tanto With Gold Dragon Tsuba In Black Lacquer Saya - Gold Vine Koshirae
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199.00 USD
T10 Steel Tanto In Natural Wood Saya With Dragon Tsuba - Real Hamon & Wave Engraving
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239.00 USD
High Manganese Steel Tanto With Blue Flame Blade, Crane Tsuba And Blue-black Lacquer Saya
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179.00 USD
T10 Carbon Steel Tanto With Clay-tempered Blade, Real Hamon - Silver Saya & Gold Alloy Tsuba
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219.00 USD
Handmade 1095 Carbon Steel Real Hamon Chinese Short Sword With Ebony Scabbard
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389.00 USD
Handmade 1095 Carbon Steel Real Hamon Chinese Short Sword With Ebony Scabbard
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389.00 USD
T10 Carbon Steel Tanto With Real Hamon In Black Rayskin Saya - Gold Alloy Tsuba
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569.00 USD
T10 Folded Clay Tempered Tanto With Real Hamon In Granite Piano Lacquer Saya - Black Ito Wrap With Gold Musashi Tsuba
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199.00 USD
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Was: 229.00 USD
T10 Clay Tempered Tanto With Real Hamon - Natural Hardwood Saya In Gold Fittings Collectible Japanese Short Sword
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169.00 USD
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Was: 199.00 USD
Tamahagane Katana Blade - Handforged 20-inch Shorter Length, Real Hamon, Full Tang No Holes
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2,499.00 USD
T10 Carbon Steel Tanto With Dragon Tsuba, Black Saya & Beige Sageo - Koshirae Replica
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319.00 USD
T10 Carbon Steel Hamidashi Tanto With Real Hamon - Black Piano Lacquer Saya And Gold-tone Fittings
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199.00 USD
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Was: 239.00 USD
T10 Steel Tanto With Real Hamon - Black & White Floral Saya, Gold Tsuba, Black Cord Handle
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269.00 USD
Damascus Steel Aikuchi Tanto With Red Lacquer Saya - Dragon Engraving, Beige Rayskin Handle
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489.00 USD
T10 Steel Tanto With Real Hamon In Rosewood Saya - Clay Tempered, Brass Fittings
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299.00 USD
Damascus Steel Tanto Aikuchi With Real Rayskin Saya - Black Samegawa, Gold Fittings
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339.00 USD
High Manganese Steel Tanto With Blue Camo Saya - Chrysanthemum Iron Tsuba, Gray Tsuka
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109.00 USD
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Was: 159.00 USD
Manganese Steel Tanto With Black Lacquer Saya - Rurouni Kenshin Anime Print, Blue Samegawa Handle
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109.00 USD
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Was: 159.00 USD
Manganese Steel Tanto With White Lacquered Hardwood Saya - Skull Art, Black Cord Handle
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159.00 USD
T10 Steel Clay-tempered Tanto With Real Hamon In Black Piano Lacquer Saya - Folded Japanese Short Sword
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199.00 USD
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Was: 239.00 USD
T10 Carbon Steel Tanto With Real Hamon - White Piano Lacquer Saya With Peacock Feather Design And Silver Dragon Tsuba
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239.00 USD
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Was: 279.00 USD
Manganese Steel Hamidashi Tanto In Black Lacquer Saya With Rose Gold Tsuba And Dragon Motif
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159.00 USD
High Manganese Steel Tanto With Red Lacquer Saya - Dragon Artwork, Black Cord Handle
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159.00 USD
T10 Carbon Steel Tanto With Clay-tempered Blade In Black Lacquer Saya - Real Hamon
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269.00 USD
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Frequently Asked Questions
What types of short swords are included?
This collection spans multiple traditions: Japanese tanto, kodachi, and short wakizashi, Chinese Han short swords, and other compact blade types. All share genuine hand-forged construction at compact scale.
What makes these short swords ‘real’?
Real means carbon steel blades forged by hand, full-tang construction, and traditional assembly. No stainless steel, no partial tangs, no machine stamping. These markers distinguish genuine swords from decorative imitations.
Are short swords a good way to start collecting?
Yes. Short swords offer genuine craftsmanship at accessible prices and compact sizes. They provide the authentic experience of holding a real forged blade without the space and cost commitment of full-size swords.
How should I display short swords?
Tabletop stands, desk mounts, and bookshelf displays all work well. Group short swords from different traditions together for a comparative collection, or pair with full-size swords on multi-tier stands.
Customer Reviews
Phil Campanella
Ohio, United States
Feb 26, 2026 13:19
Was able to find a white scabbard wolf themed Tanto sword. Very pleased with my purchase.
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T10 Carbon Steel Tanto Sword with Real Hamon in White Saya - Hand-Painted Wolf Scabbard Collectible |
Jerrett Lee Davis
California, United States
Feb 26, 2026 12:32
Exceeded expectations, quality materials and workmanship
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Shirasaya Tanto T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel with Real Hamon in Natural Rosewood Saya |
Jim Gilbert
New York, United States
Feb 24, 2026 13:07
My second blade bought from True Katana and I am very happy with both. Sharp and beautiful to look at.r
Highly recommend
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Shirasaya Tanto T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel with Real Hamon in Natural Rosewood Saya |
John Ernest Rau Ii
Michigan, United States
Feb 13, 2026 12:24
It is amazing and thats coming from a blacksmith it is a great blade i do plan on buying 2 more in the future i am very pleased
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T10 Carbon Steel Hamidashi Tanto with Real Hamon in Black Piano Lacquer Saya - Gold Habaki Accent |
Goraan Petrovic
Croatiahr, Croatia
Feb 13, 2026 11:30
I am pleasantly surprised by your friendliness and service. I will definitely buy another blade in the future.
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Clay Tempered T10 Steel Tanto with Real Hamon in Dark Blue Dragon Saya - Gold Alloy Wave Tsuba |
Brian Larsen
Colorado, United States
Feb 12, 2026 21:01
The Tanto is BEEFY. Like a Crow Bar with a sharp edge. Nicely made T10, clay tempered, glossy black sheath. VERY nice.r
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The Damascus was BEAUTIFUL with an AMAZING Folded Pattern on the blade. SHARP and ready. I like it so much I bought another as a gift for a friend.r
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VERY happy!!!!!!!
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T10 Carbon Steel Hamidashi Tanto with Real Hamon in Black Piano Lacquer Saya - Gold Habaki Accent |
Arvin Rogelio Castillo Gonzalez
Utah, United States
Feb 12, 2026 20:56
its my first one, not the only one. i love good for decoration
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Shirasaya Tanto T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel with Real Hamon in Natural Rosewood Saya |
William Diamond
Texas, United States
Feb 06, 2026 18:40
Great authentic product! Second time buying from TrueKatana.
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T10 Carbon Steel Hamidashi Tanto with Real Hamon in Black Piano Lacquer Saya - Gold Habaki Accent |