Folded Damascus Steel Double Edge Aikuchi Tanto with Sandalwood Saya - Brown Collectible Short Sword

This aikuchi tanto features a folded damascus steel blade with a distinctive double-edged profile. The 6-inch nagasa is hand-finished to 60 HRC hardness, and the folding process produces visible layered grain throughout the steel. The chrome-polished surface contrasts with darker tones along the spine, giving the blade depth and character under any lighting.

The handle follows traditional full tang construction, with the tang running the entire length of the 4-inch tsuka. A copper mekugi pin secures the assembly, its warm metallic tone standing out against the deep brown sandalwood. The aikuchi design eliminates the tsuba entirely, allowing the blade to meet the handle through a slim black alloy collar - a minimalist approach rooted in Japanese swordsmithing tradition. Explore more pieces in this style in our 1000 Layer Folded Steel Aikuchi collection.

Every surface of the sandalwood saya showcases natural wood grain in dark brown, with subtle reddish streaks running along its length. A copper-ringed eyelet near the mouth adds a functional accent for cord attachment or display mounting. The natural finish is smooth and uncoated, allowing the wood's character to show through.

Copper details tie the piece together visually - from the mekugi pin on the handle to the saya eyelet - creating a consistent warm accent against the dark wood and polished steel. This color coordination gives the tanto a cohesive, intentional look suited for collectors who value understated craftsmanship.

At 10.5 inches overall and weighing 1 lb, this aikuchi tanto is compact enough for shelf, desk, or wall display. The Full Tang Tanto collection features additional short swords built with the same full tang reliability and traditional Japanese form.