The Tanto first made its appreance around the 8th century during the Heian Period. These first Tantos were almost always used as functional weapons and as a result did not have much have much artistic quality. Another result of the their functional use was that not many survived from this period. It was during this time, and the years up until the 16th century, that the Tanto was worn with the Tachi as the Daisho of the Samurai. Women would also sometimes wear a smaller version of the Tanto in their Obi for self defense.

This is a reproduction inspired by the ornate Tantos of the Late Edo period, named Asuka. The Tanto has been authentically forged with meticulous attention to detail. All the fittings and materials used in the Tantos construction are genuine materials. The Tanto is full tang and comes razor sharp.

The Tanto includes a Wooden Gift Box.

• Overall Length: 18 "
• Kissaki Thickness: 0.15"
• Blade Length: 11.15 "
• Kissaki Length: 2.5 "
• Fittings: Brass
• Blade Width: 1.125"
• Weight: 0.43 kg
• Handle Material: Ray Skin
• Handle Length: 5.75 "
• Blade: Razor Sharp
• Beginning Thickness: 0.25 "
• Blade Material: Medium & High Carbon Steel
• Condition: Brand New