Manganese Steel Tanto with Black Blade, White Engraved Saya and Cord Handle

The blade is forged from manganese steel and finished with a full black surface treatment along the spine and flat, creating a stark contrast against the polished edge bevel. The profile follows a raging fire style - a wave-notched silhouette running along the back edge that gives the tanto its most immediately recognizable visual signature. Full-tang construction runs the steel the entire length of the handle core for structural integrity.

The handle is wrapped in white cord wound over a relief-carved wooden core. The carving underneath features continuous floral and scroll motifs, so the texture remains visible through the wrap and adds tactile depth. Silver-tone alloy kashira and fuchi fittings at each end of the handle carry an engraved Greek-key border pattern that visually anchors the white assembly.

The tsuba is cast from alloy in a gold tone and stamped with a circular longevity symbol at center, surrounded by interlocking geometric latticework. It sits as a deliberate warm contrast point between the black blade and the white handle - a small detail that ties the color story together. If you are exploring other handle configurations, the White Rayskin Handle Tanto collection offers related options worth comparing.

The saya is constructed from hardwood and wrapped in white PU leather, then hand-engraved with phoenix motifs and layered floral scrollwork that cover the full body. Both the koiguchi and kojiri ends are fitted with the same Greek-key alloy bands seen on the handle, creating visual continuity across the full piece. The engraving depth is consistent and clean, not stamped or printed. For a broader look at how this piece fits within the category, the Black Blade Tanto collection provides useful context.

At 22 inches overall and 2 lbs, this tanto is sized for desktop or wall display and ships in a 24 x 2 x 2 inch package at 3 lbs. The all-white and gold colorway with black blade makes it a strong standalone display piece or a complement to a monochrome collection theme.