--- product_id: 8437993 title: "Samurai Tanto Sword, 1045 Carbon Steel, Hand Forged, Full Tang" brand: "hms" price: "¥74825" currency: JPY in_stock: true reviews_count: 11 category: "Hms" url: https://www.desertcart.jp/products/8437993-samurai-tanto-sword-1045-carbon-steel-hand-forged-full-tang store_origin: JP region: Japan --- # Heat Tempered for Durability Handwrapped Ray Skin & Cotton Handle 1080 Carbon Steel Blade Samurai Tanto Sword, 1045 Carbon Steel, Hand Forged, Full Tang **Brand:** hms **Price:** ¥74825 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⚔️ Own the Legacy: Sharp, Strong, and Unmistakably Samurai ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Samurai Tanto Sword, 1045 Carbon Steel, Hand Forged, Full Tang by hms - **How much does it cost?** ¥74825 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.jp](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/8437993-samurai-tanto-sword-1045-carbon-steel-hand-forged-full-tang) ## Best For - hms enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted hms brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Certified Authenticity Included:** Own a collectible piece complete with a certificate, perfect for enthusiasts and connoisseurs alike. - • **Masterfully Forged Carbon Steel:** Experience the strength and sharpness of 1080 heat-tempered steel, built to last and impress. - • **Authentic Full Tang Construction:** Enjoy superior balance and durability with a fully forged tang that ensures real functionality. - • **Traditional Japanese Craftsmanship:** Wrapped in genuine ray skin and black cotton cord, finished with brass fittings for timeless elegance. - • **Striking Black Piano Lacquered Scabbard:** Protect your blade in style with a sleek, glossy saya that commands attention. ## Overview This Handmade Japanese Samurai Tanto Sword features a fully hand-forged 1080 carbon steel blade, heat tempered for exceptional sharpness and durability. With a full tang design, authentic ray skin and black cotton-wrapped wooden handle, brass fittings, and a sleek black piano lacquered scabbard, it blends traditional craftsmanship with functional strength. Certified and ready to impress collectors and martial arts professionals alike. ## Description desertcart.com : Wave Tanto, 1080 Carbon Steel Hand Forged Full Tang Japanese Short Sword | functional edge for dojo practice, bo-hi groove, openwork guard, black saya, rayskin grip : Martial Arts Practice Swords : Sports & Outdoors Review: Great tanto for the price! - The wave tsuba tanto... Beautiful. I can only speak as a novice, as this large tanto is my first sword, but the more I look it over and research online and compare and learn, the more I'm impressed and believe I chose well for my first. The fittings are nice and tight and feel like nice sturdy quality, and has what I believe is called a hamidashi tsuba (a small sized oval guard more traditional to a tanto if/when they have one). The only thing I noticed missing, and I don't know if it was a fluke on mine or a change in the manufacturing, is that the gold-tone pieces at the holes on either side of the kashira (buttcap) are missing. But it's minor and don't mind that they aren't there. I gladly trade those for something else I found that I'll get to... (And without them I could peek into the holes and see that the handle is indeed wooden and the kashira sits over it, not just against the end of it.) The cotton ito (wrapping on the handle) is also very tight and feels sturdy and I'm pleased to see that it also properly alternates direction in the crossovers. (Many lower priced swords do not.) Likewise, the sageo cord on the saya (scabbard) came tied well and is decent quality for this price range. The ray skin by my research seems to be indeed real. Is it high end, no, the nodules are small, but for the price it's decent. The fit of it with the peg is slightly messy, but for what I paid I consider it minor. The tanto feels pretty good in hand, too. Has a good weight, I believe pretty good balance, and I love the large size of it. I don't intend on doing much cutting of things and have not so I can't accurately state on opinion of the edge, but touching it very carefully and lightly prior to cleaning and re-oiling (it arrived pretty messy, as it should to protect the carbon steel), it indeed feels like it is no doubt razor sharp. I wasn't overly sure about the "piano lacquered" saya at first, as I wasn't sure what to expect in that regard... The feel of it could be mistaken for plastic, though I noticed the underside of the knob on the saya (that the sageo ties to) appears only painted black, missing the lacquer, and is clearly wood. Mine also fits very snug together with the sword, as it should. (Enough so that my left hand thumb can't even separate it and have to use the right then switch hands.) That all said, one thing that surprised me and I'd hoped for but did not expect given that there is no hint of it in the example images (and is the thing I said I'd get to) was finding the hamon/temper line on it! Now... I believe it is likely only cosmetic, not real, as it appears to my eye that the same line is on both sides, but reversed from each other, nor see any boshi (hamon on the curved end) instead stopping at the dividing line (yokote); HOWEVER, if it is a fake hamon it is a really well done fake. I've looked at many fakes online and seen what they tend to look like... and at this point I still can't figure out how they created this one if it isn't real. (And would love to know.) To my understanding, fakes supposedly tend to be obvious and seen from any angle; they don't generally need to be viewed under the right lighting at the right angle. If this one is a fake...it behaves like it's real and it looks like some of the real ones I've seen online sans polishing or other enhancements to make them white. In the right light and angle this one clearly pops out. (I will include a couple of photos of mine.) Again, given the cost, if the hamon is fake I'm alright with that... The process that adds a real one as a byproduct can add a lot more time to the making of a sword, and therefor likely have a higher price tag than this, but I love that it's at least well done. (Though I'd be thrilled if it was real.) The sword bag it comes in is simply black with white on the inside; nothing fancy but still nicely made. (I'm guessing it's cotton?) The packaging was excellent. The sword came in a tough round tube, supported and padded inside by a few rings and circles of Styrofoam so it can't move, then the tube was placed inside a snug box that was then inside a larger shipping box. I doubt that the sword certificate is anything special or individually made, though I've had fun trying to decipher it online. Review: Ether a fantastic show peice or a pretty functional knife - Hello, First off, I got this as a good quality show piece, don't plant to cut anyone, but if need be, this will do the job very well. This is an awesome, fantastic, piece. It really does look good. Handle is a bit longer then you expect. The blade is a bit thinner then at the end then in the beginning. It feels very solid, very well put together. It fits great/snug into the (very good looking) black sheath (there's a proper Japanese name for it, but I don't remember it). if you're looking for something pretty to put on the mental, look no further, it's about as real as it gets ... ... which is a nice segway into: it's a real weapon. Do be careful, tip is sharp, the blade is sharp. Dulls a bit quickly though. It comes a bit too oiled frankly. But it's not a for-show "knife", it's a proper combat tanto, it won't slice through as well as some thinner knifes, but it will cut as well or better then you'd expect if you use it as one uses a tanto. Recommended if you are looking for quality show piece or non-standard looking combat weapon. (or a showpiece that you can use as self defense if need be). ## Features - 【Wave Tanto Hand Forged in the Nihonto Tradition】A compact Japanese short sword built around a flowing nami (wave) theme. The blade is hand forged from 1080 high-carbon steel as a true full-tang tanto, with a 12.5 in blade for close, controlled handling and an honest traditional mounting. - 【1080 Steel, Visible Wavy Temper & finished Edge】The 1080 carbon steel is heat-tempered to bring out a visible wavy temper pattern along the edge, then finished to a working edge suited to dojo practice. A bo-hi groove runs down each side to lighten the blade and give a clean, audible response in the hand. - 【Wave-Motif Tsuba, Habaki & Genuine Rayskin Handle】An antiqued wave-motif tsuba sets the theme at the guard, paired with a fitted habaki collar at the blade base. The wood handle is wrapped over genuine rayskin (samegawa) with cotton ito and set menuki, sized for a secure one-handed grip on this short blade. - 【Full Tang, Bamboo Mekugi & Lacquered Saya】The full-length tang is held by a bamboo mekugi peg and seats into a plain black lacquered wooden saya finished with a sageo cord. Dimensions: 12.5 in blade, 7 in handle, 21.75 in overall length. - 【What's in the Box】You receive the tanto with its black saya, a protective sword bag, and a packaging tube. The display stand shown in the photos is not included. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0043P79B6 | | Best Sellers Rank | #627,095 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #1,014 in Martial Arts Swords | | Blade Length | 12.5 inches | | Blade Material | 1080 High Carbon Steel | | Blade Material Type | 1080 High Carbon Steel | | Brand | HMS | | Brand Name | HMS | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 230 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00065225017448 | | Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous | | Handle Material | Black Cotton Ito Wrap, Wood, Genuine Ray Skin | | Included Components | Packaging Tube, Protective Sword Bag, Saya (Scabbard), Tanto | | Item Dimensions L x W | 21.75"L x 5"W | | Item Type Name | Handmade Sword - Real Functional Japanese Samurai Tanto Sword, Fully Hand Forged, 1080 Carbon Steel, Heat Tempered, Full Tang, Sharp, Brass Tsuba and Fittings, Black Scabbard, Certificate | | Manufacturer | Handmade Sword | | Manufacturer Part Number | 946 | | Model Number | 946 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Product Dimensions | 21.75"L x 5"W | | Product Style | Wave | | Style | Wave | | UPC | 065225017448 | ## Product Details - **Blade Length:** 5 Inches - **Blade Material:** Carbon Steel - **Brand:** HMS - **Handle Material:** Wood,Wooden,Steel - **Style:** Brass ## Images ![Samurai Tanto Sword, 1045 Carbon Steel, Hand Forged, Full Tang - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51AkYlcDdsL.jpg) ![Samurai Tanto Sword, 1045 Carbon Steel, Hand Forged, Full Tang - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61nMDMGA71L.jpg) ![Samurai Tanto Sword, 1045 Carbon Steel, Hand Forged, Full Tang - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61-abfA7iVL.jpg) ![Samurai Tanto Sword, 1045 Carbon Steel, Hand Forged, Full Tang - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71eyYdRnNnL.jpg) ![Samurai Tanto Sword, 1045 Carbon Steel, Hand Forged, Full Tang - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61YULIY1GjL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Material Type, Color** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: What material is the blade?** A: 1080 Carbon Steel, heat tempered. The hamon line shown in the photos is from this SKU. **Q: Is a display stand included?** A: The display stand is shown for presentation only and is not included. You will receive the sword with saya, a protective sword bag, and a packaging tube. **Q: How should I care for it?** A: Keep it dry, wipe after handling, and apply a light coat of blade oil regularly for storage. **Q: Is it checked before shipping?** A: Yes. Blade finish, handle fittings, and saya fit are reviewed before packaging. **Q: What is it designed for?** A: Structured practice, collection, display, and appreciation. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great tanto for the price! *by S***H on February 19, 2018* The wave tsuba tanto... Beautiful. I can only speak as a novice, as this large tanto is my first sword, but the more I look it over and research online and compare and learn, the more I'm impressed and believe I chose well for my first. The fittings are nice and tight and feel like nice sturdy quality, and has what I believe is called a hamidashi tsuba (a small sized oval guard more traditional to a tanto if/when they have one). The only thing I noticed missing, and I don't know if it was a fluke on mine or a change in the manufacturing, is that the gold-tone pieces at the holes on either side of the kashira (buttcap) are missing. But it's minor and don't mind that they aren't there. I gladly trade those for something else I found that I'll get to... (And without them I could peek into the holes and see that the handle is indeed wooden and the kashira sits over it, not just against the end of it.) The cotton ito (wrapping on the handle) is also very tight and feels sturdy and I'm pleased to see that it also properly alternates direction in the crossovers. (Many lower priced swords do not.) Likewise, the sageo cord on the saya (scabbard) came tied well and is decent quality for this price range. The ray skin by my research seems to be indeed real. Is it high end, no, the nodules are small, but for the price it's decent. The fit of it with the peg is slightly messy, but for what I paid I consider it minor. The tanto feels pretty good in hand, too. Has a good weight, I believe pretty good balance, and I love the large size of it. I don't intend on doing much cutting of things and have not so I can't accurately state on opinion of the edge, but touching it very carefully and lightly prior to cleaning and re-oiling (it arrived pretty messy, as it should to protect the carbon steel), it indeed feels like it is no doubt razor sharp. I wasn't overly sure about the "piano lacquered" saya at first, as I wasn't sure what to expect in that regard... The feel of it could be mistaken for plastic, though I noticed the underside of the knob on the saya (that the sageo ties to) appears only painted black, missing the lacquer, and is clearly wood. Mine also fits very snug together with the sword, as it should. (Enough so that my left hand thumb can't even separate it and have to use the right then switch hands.) That all said, one thing that surprised me and I'd hoped for but did not expect given that there is no hint of it in the example images (and is the thing I said I'd get to) was finding the hamon/temper line on it! Now... I believe it is likely only cosmetic, not real, as it appears to my eye that the same line is on both sides, but reversed from each other, nor see any boshi (hamon on the curved end) instead stopping at the dividing line (yokote); HOWEVER, if it is a fake hamon it is a really well done fake. I've looked at many fakes online and seen what they tend to look like... and at this point I still can't figure out how they created this one if it isn't real. (And would love to know.) To my understanding, fakes supposedly tend to be obvious and seen from any angle; they don't generally need to be viewed under the right lighting at the right angle. If this one is a fake...it behaves like it's real and it looks like some of the real ones I've seen online sans polishing or other enhancements to make them white. In the right light and angle this one clearly pops out. (I will include a couple of photos of mine.) Again, given the cost, if the hamon is fake I'm alright with that... The process that adds a real one as a byproduct can add a lot more time to the making of a sword, and therefor likely have a higher price tag than this, but I love that it's at least well done. (Though I'd be thrilled if it was real.) The sword bag it comes in is simply black with white on the inside; nothing fancy but still nicely made. (I'm guessing it's cotton?) The packaging was excellent. The sword came in a tough round tube, supported and padded inside by a few rings and circles of Styrofoam so it can't move, then the tube was placed inside a snug box that was then inside a larger shipping box. I doubt that the sword certificate is anything special or individually made, though I've had fun trying to decipher it online. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Ether a fantastic show peice or a pretty functional knife *by O***M on September 16, 2013* Hello, First off, I got this as a good quality show piece, don't plant to cut anyone, but if need be, this will do the job very well. This is an awesome, fantastic, piece. It really does look good. Handle is a bit longer then you expect. The blade is a bit thinner then at the end then in the beginning. It feels very solid, very well put together. It fits great/snug into the (very good looking) black sheath (there's a proper Japanese name for it, but I don't remember it). if you're looking for something pretty to put on the mental, look no further, it's about as real as it gets ... ... which is a nice segway into: it's a real weapon. Do be careful, tip is sharp, the blade is sharp. Dulls a bit quickly though. It comes a bit too oiled frankly. But it's not a for-show "knife", it's a proper combat tanto, it won't slice through as well as some thinner knifes, but it will cut as well or better then you'd expect if you use it as one uses a tanto. Recommended if you are looking for quality show piece or non-standard looking combat weapon. (or a showpiece that you can use as self defense if need be). ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Highly Recommended swords for the price!! *by R***T on February 13, 2018* I had purchased the sharpened 1045 carbon steel version of this tanto before getting this fully sharpened 1080 version but decided I would rather have a sharper one, so I returned the 1045 version to buy this one. This 1080 version is much sharper, so I'm glad I made the change. However, both versions are very good. For the price difference though, I believe it is worth it to get this one. I also have a 1095 carbon steel Katana made by Handmade Sword as well as an unsharpened stainless steel Katana from them as well. All of these are excellent! The 1095 Katana looks identical to the stainless steel unsharpened version, but when someone wants to hold a sword, I hand them the stainless steel version for safety. All three of these Handmade Swords are very good, especially for the money. Very hard to beat the look and the quality of these swords. 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