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Handmade Tanto

The handmade tanto represents a unique and versatile facet of Japanese sword-making, offering a blend of artistry, tradition, and functionality. This traditional dagger is not just a weapon but a symbol of craftsmanship, echoing centuries of samurai heritage. Unlike the wakizashi, the tanto is specifically designed to be wielded alongside the katana, making it a favored companion sword for martial artists and collectors alike.

Crafted with precision, each handmade tanto in this collection showcases various blade forms and mount styles, from the sleek and minimalist shirasaya to more ornate full mounts. The careful attention to detail in construction ensures that these tantos are not only beautiful but also fully functional and razor-sharp, ready for display or action. The range includes striking models, such as the Asuka Handmade Japanese Samurai Tanto, which embodies the elegance of traditional design, and the Marvericks like the Red Tanto and the Imperial Tanto by Citadel, featuring dynamic motifs and artistic detailing.

Materials play a crucial role in the quality of these tantos. Many are forged from high-carbon steel, ensuring durability and sharpness. Notable examples include the Shirasaya Tanto Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword Sharp and the tanto featuring intricate damascus patterns, which not only enhance the weapon's strength but also its aesthetic appeal.

A tanto is more than a weapon; it is a work of art that can take pride of place in any collection. Engaging with this handcrafted category provides enthusiasts with an opportunity to own a piece of Japanese martial culture, each tanto telling its own story through design and craftsmanship. Whether for practical use, training, or ceremonial purposes, the handmade tanto stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of samurai weaponry.

CAS Hanwei

Practical Plus Tanto by Paul Chen / Hanwei

$265.00 $194.98

Specifications Overall: 16 1/2" Blade Length: 11" Handle Length: 4 1/4" Weight: 13oz Point of Balance: 1 1/2" Width at Guard: 1.10" Thickness at Guard: .21" Sori: 1/4" Blade Steel: 1566 Specs will vary slightly from piece to piece. Product Details Key...

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Raptor Tanto by Paul Chen / CAS Hanwei

$275.00 $222.01

While the Wakizashi and Tanto of the Raptor series provide matching pieces for any of the Raptor katanas, they are in their own right designed as very effective cutting tools. Made in the blade style of James Williams’ personal Nami Ryu swords, these...

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CAS Hanwei

Practical Tanto by Paul Chen / CAS Hanwei

$150.00 $142.75

The ever-popular Practical Katana (SH1070), Wakizashi (SH2061) and Tanto (SH2254) samurai swords from CAS Hanwei give the martial artist the opportunity to own and use a CAS Hanwei sword at the cost of an economy sword. The blades are forged and...

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CAS Hanwei

Great Wave Tanto by Paul Chen / CAS Hanwei

$525.00 $406.84

The Great Wave Tanto from Paul Chen of CAS Hanwei displays the Tomoe motif used frequenly for family crests and shrine decoration. The koshirae are crafted in blackened iron and feature the Tomoe mon. The blade is hand-forged from T10 high-carbon...

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