Tanto “Tanto Akai”

Discover the “Tanto Akai”, or “Red Tanto”, a Japanese samurai knife that exemplifies precision and elegance. Crafted by hand from T10 steel, this sharp tanto boasts a blade that is meticulously polished with sand and refined through clay tempering, resulting in a beautiful and distinctive hamon.

The knife is housed in a saya made from real hardwood, enhancing its durability and aesthetic appeal. The handle is skillfully covered with high-quality simulated ray skin and tightly wrapped in Japanese silk, providing a secure grip and an elegant finish.

The “Tanto Akai” stands out with its high-quality craftsmanship and striking appearance, making it a true eye-catcher among Japanese tanto. Ideal for collectors and enthusiasts alike, this tanto combines traditional techniques with a sleek design to create a piece that is both functional and visually stunning.

“Learn to view the situation you are in as a whole.”
(Miyamoto Musashi)

Specifications

• Hand-forged in traditional Japanese style: Yes
• Technical training (Battodo): Yes
• Cutting exercises (tameshigiri): Yes
• Tsuka (handle): Hardwood with simulated ray skin
• Tsuba (sword guard): Zinc
• Fuchi (hilt collar): Zinc
• Kashira (pommel cap): Zinc
• Menuki (handle charms): Zinc
• Ito (handle wrap): Silk, tightly wrapped
• Saya (scabbard): Hardwood, lacquered
• Sageo (scabbard cord): Silk, tightly wrapped
• Total length: 21.65 inches (55 cm)

Blade

• Material: T10 steel
• Clay-tempered (real hamon): Yes
• Practical use (“battle ready”): Yes
• Folded steel: No
• Full-tang: Yes
• Sand-polished: Yes
• Sharpened with Japanese whetstones: No
• Bo-hi (blood groove): No
• Blade length: 13 inches (33 cm)
• Blade thickness: 0.276 inches (7 mm)
• Blade width: 1.26 inches (3.2 cm)
• Hardness: 50 – 58 HRC