Clay Tempered Full Tang 1095 High Carbon Steel Huali Shirasaya Samurai Tanto Sword

This high quality tanto shirasaya is made of 1095 high carbon steel, clay tempered with a polished mirror-like surface. It is a very strong blade made with traditional methods, for multiple applications. The blade is repeatedly heat treated and hand forged to remove impurities. The clay temper process combines the characters of toughness and flexibility and results in a genuine hamon (temper line). The blade is full tang and hand sharpened, suitable for battle. The sword comes with a natural huali wood saya with matching tsuka. This sword is a very good choice for dojo and iaido use, gifts, cutting practice, display, and collection. It is durable enough for tameshigiri, bamboo, bones, and iron wire.

Clay Tempered Full Tang 1095 High Carbon Steel Huali Shirasaya Samurai Tanto Sword Features:

• Hand Sharpened, Full Tang, Battle Ready Sword
• Hand Forged Clay Tempered 1095 High Carbon Steel
• Traditional 14 Stage Hand Polished Finish
• Includes Natural Huali Wood Saya
• Matching Huali Wood Tsuka
• Free Optional Signature Engraving
• Craft Time: 2-3 Weeks

Measurements:

Blade: 11.8"

Handle: 5.9"

Overall: 18.1"

Weight (With Saya): 1.48 lbs