1045 Carbon Steel Tanto Sword with Black Matte Hardwood Saya and Gold Alloy Tsuba - Full Tang Japanese Short Sword
- Forged from 1045 carbon steel with a clay-tempered blade reaching 58 HRC hardness, the 11.8-inch nagasa displays a visible hamon line along its polished chrome-finish surface.
- Full tang construction runs the entire length of the 6.5-inch hardwood handle, wrapped in black cotton cord over red ray-skin samegawa for a secure and traditional grip.
- Gold-tone oval alloy tsuba sits between blade and handle, paired with matching alloy fuchi, kashira, and menuki fittings that accent the black-and-red color scheme.
- Black matte hardwood saya measures 12 inches and features a black sageo cord tied in a traditional knot, providing a clean and understated look for display.
- Overall length of 19.68 inches with a blade width of 1.18 inches and a total weight of 1.16 lbs - a compact collectible tanto sized for desktop or wall mounting.
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Product Details
This tanto features a 11.8-inch blade forged from 1045 carbon steel and clay-tempered to 58 HRC hardness. The chrome-finish nagasa carries a visible hamon line that traces the temper boundary in a subtle zigzag pattern, giving each piece a one-of-a-kind visual signature. Full tang construction means the steel runs uninterrupted through the handle, reinforcing the overall structure from tip to pommel. Browse more options in our 1045 Tanto collection.;
The 6.5-inch handle is built on a hardwood core wrapped in red ray-skin samegawa, then bound with black cotton cord in a traditional crosshatch pattern. The red samegawa peeks through the black wrapping at even intervals, creating a striking contrast that catches the eye without overwhelming the design. The cord provides a textured grip surface while keeping the aesthetic rooted in Japanese sword-making tradition.
A gold-tone oval alloy tsuba serves as the hand guard, its polished surface offering a warm metallic contrast against the dark handle and blade. Matching alloy fuchi and kashira cap the handle at both ends, while small alloy menuki ornaments sit beneath the cord wrapping, adding subtle dimension to the grip.
The 12-inch saya is carved from hardwood and finished in a black matte surface that absorbs light rather than reflecting it. A black sageo cord is tied around the saya mouth in a traditional butterfly knot, and the koiguchi fits snugly against the habaki to keep the blade seated. For similar pieces, see our Aikuchi Tanto selection.
At 19.68 inches overall and weighing 1.16 lbs, this tanto sits comfortably in the short-sword category - compact enough for a desk stand yet substantial enough to anchor a wall display. The black, red, and gold palette keeps the presentation classic, making it a versatile collectible piece that fits traditional and modern interiors alike.
Part of our Aikuchi Tanto collection.
- Forged from 1045 carbon steel with a clay-tempered blade reaching 58 HRC hardness, the 11.8-inch nagasa displays a visible hamon line along its polished chrome-finish surface.
- Full tang construction runs the entire length of the 6.5-inch hardwood handle, wrapped in black cotton cord over red ray-skin samegawa for a secure and traditional grip.
- Gold-tone oval alloy tsuba sits between blade and handle, paired with matching alloy fuchi, kashira, and menuki fittings that accent the black-and-red color scheme.
- Black matte hardwood saya measures 12 inches and features a black sageo cord tied in a traditional knot, providing a clean and understated look for display.
- Overall length of 19.68 inches with a blade width of 1.18 inches and a total weight of 1.16 lbs - a compact collectible tanto sized for desktop or wall mounting.
Specification
| Item Number | TK-JP-DD19002 |
|---|---|
| Primary Color | Black |
| Primary Material | 1045 Carbon Steel |
| Tsuka Color | Black-red |
| Tsuka Skin Color | Red |
| Tsuka Skin Material | Ray-skin |
| Tsuka Length | 6.5 |
| Tsuba Color | Gold |
| Tsuba Material | Alloy |
| Tsuba Theme | Round Plain |
| Saya Color | Black |
| Saya Material | Hardwood Matte |
| Saya Surface | Matte |
| Saya Length | 12 |
| Sageo Color | Black |
| Nagasa Material | 1045 Steel |
| Nagasa Color | Chrome |
| Nagasa Length | 12 |
| Nagasa Hardness | 58 |
| Nagasa Sharppend | Yes |
| Nagasa Hamon | Yes |
| Style | Koshirae |
