Tanto – Three Composite Blade 12-Inch | Ryufu High-End Premium Series

【Overview】

This tanto is a 12-inch high-end premium short blade that embodies the structural beauty and performance of traditional Japanese swordmaking. Featuring a sanmai composite blade and refined Japanese-style polishing, it delivers both strength and elegant craftsmanship in a compact form.

【Blade & Craftsmanship】

The blade is constructed using a sanmai (three-layer composite) structure, combining steels of different hardness to achieve an ideal balance of edge retention and resilience. Traditional clay tempering reveals a clear hamon, while the forged jihada grain remains visible along the blade surface. Precise Japanese-style polishing defines a true yokote, highlighting authentic sword geometry.

【Design & Mountings】

All fittings are crafted from solid copper with dual-tone gold and silver plating. This luxurious configuration gives the compact tanto a dignified, high-end presence rarely seen in short-blade formats.

【Handle & Saya】

The saya is crafted from ho wood and fully wrapped in genuine ray skin, providing both protection and refined visual texture. The handle also features real ray skin with high-quality wrapping and a premium sageo cord, ensuring secure grip and aesthetic harmony.

【Performance】

With a hardness of approximately 60 HRC, the blade delivers excellent sharpness and resilience. It cleanly cuts plastic bottles, tatami mats, and thick bamboo while maintaining stable edge geometry and durability.

【Specifications】

Overall length: 52 cm (20.5 in)

Blade length: 31 cm (12.2 in)

Handle length: 15 cm (5.9 in)

Blade width: 3.2 cm (1.26 in)

Blade thickness: 0.7 cm (0.28 in)

Total weight: 0.8 kg (1.76 lb)

Net weight: 0.6 kg (1.32 lb)

【Usage & Gift】

Ideal for high-end collections, self-defense display, martial arts practice, refined interior presentation, and premium gift-giving. A compact yet authoritative tanto for discerning collectors.