Fading Shadow Tanto – Matte Dark Water Quenched Short Blade

Product Introduction

The Fading Shadow Tanto is a compact short samurai dagger built for minimalist dark style lovers, different from oversized tachi and standard length katana. This lightweight short blade fits desk display, travel carry and daily martial arts form practice. The blade adopts standard water quenched 1060 high carbon solid steel, smooth matte dark finish without artificial hamon, simple shinogi flat profile with no blood groove, factory light sharp edge only suitable for slow drawing drills, not heavy cutting work.

All hardware parts are matte black unpatterned alloy with plain shape, low-key shadow aesthetic without carved patterns. The short grip uses thin black woven wrap over soft synthetic lining, lightweight for single hand hold. The scabbard is solid hardwood coated uniform matte black paint, paired slim black cotton binding cord. This tanto uses single bamboo peg fixed full tang, non-detachable structure to avoid loose grip during frequent use. A tiny black fabric storage pouch is provided as free gift; custom simple text engraving service is available.

Core Selling Advantages

• Unique compact short tanto category, separated from long tachi / medium katana product lines
• All-over matte dark shadow tone, pure minimalist dark decorative style
• Light single-hand weight, easy to hold for beginners and desk ornament use
• Plain black alloy hardware without redundant carving, low visual distraction
• Fixed single peg tang structure, stable for long-term daily use
• Small size takes little storage space, suitable indoor mini display

Complete Official Original Specifications (All dimensions & materials fully retained)

Tanto Blade Parts Terminology Guide

Simple glossary for short dagger collectors, matched structural schematic:

KASHIRA: Plain black alloy pommel cap

MENUKI: Tiny black side ornaments

TSUKAMAKI: Thin black woven grip wrap

FUCHI: Black alloy grip ring

TSUBA: Round plain hand guard

HABAKI: Black blade collar

KOIGUCHI: Black wood sheath mouth

SAGEO: Slim black binding cord

SAYA: Matte black solid wood scabbard

This chart shows short blade thickness data. If you need custom engraved text, visit Custom Blade Customization

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How is this tanto different from regular katana?
A: Much shorter compact size for single hand use, designed for mini display and light practice instead of large training cutting.

Q: Is matte black coating scratch resistant?
A: Surface can be scratched by hard objects, keep away from sharp metal items during storage.

Q: Can this small blade cut thick bamboo?
A: Only slow light drawing training allowed, heavy cutting will damage matte finish.

Q: Similar small dark blade reference?
A: View lightweight floral short blade: Lotus Sparrow Small Blade.

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