Tanto for Sale
The tanto is a Japanese dagger with a blade under 30 cm, carried by samurai as a personal sidearm and self-defense weapon. The modern "tanto knife" borrows its name and blade profile from these originals, but a true tanto is a hand-forged, traditionally polished nihonto, often centuries old. Tanto were often lavishly decorated and are among the most sought-after collectible blades, with many receiving the highest NBTHK designations. Their compact size also makes them ideal entry points for new collectors.
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Juyo Rai Kuninaga Tanto
【保存刀剣 戦国時代、名鑑もれ在銘短刀】「国光」27.6cm 、鑑賞に・居合の前差しとして!!!
【寸詰まり南北朝を狙った一振り】「清継」27.2cm 、鑑賞に・居合の前差しとして!!!
【重ね厚く斬れ味良い、室町後期の実用向き短刀】「吉光」22.4cm 、鑑賞に・居合の前差しとして!!!
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銘 備前国住長船与三左衛門尉祐定作 享禄二年二月吉日(大業物)