--- product_id: 123141404 title: "Full Tang Unokubitsukuri Carbon Steel Japanese Samurai Tanto Small Sword Short Katana" brand: "sj shi jian" price: "VT43516" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Sj Shi Jian" url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/123141404-full-tang-unokubitsukuri-carbon-steel-japanese-samurai-tanto-small-sword store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # Water Quenching Forging - precision hardened blade 1095 Carbon Steel, HRC 58 - razor sharp & durable Full Tang Construction - ultimate strength & balance Full Tang Unokubitsukuri Carbon Steel Japanese Samurai Tanto Small Sword Short Katana **Brand:** sj shi jian **Price:** VT43516 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⚔️ Own the Edge of Tradition and Power — Be the Samurai in Your Story ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Full Tang Unokubitsukuri Carbon Steel Japanese Samurai Tanto Small Sword Short Katana by sj shi jian - **How much does it cost?** VT43516 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/123141404-full-tang-unokubitsukuri-carbon-steel-japanese-samurai-tanto-small-sword) ## Best For - sj shi jian enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted sj shi jian brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Compact Yet Commanding:** At 20 inches overall with a 12-inch blade, this tanto fits perfectly in your collection or tactical gear, ready for any adventure. - • **Samurai-Grade Steel Power:** Crafted from premium 1095 carbon steel with a Rockwell Hardness of 58 for unmatched edge retention and resilience. - • **Unyielding Full Tang Design:** Engineered with a full tang for superior balance and durability, built to withstand the toughest challenges. - • **Authentic Hand-Forged Craftsmanship:** Meticulously hand-forged and water quenched, delivering a blade that’s as much art as it is a weapon. - • **Traditional Elegance Meets Modern Utility:** Features genuine rayskin handle with synthetic silk wrapping and an alloy tsuba, blending heritage with ergonomic comfort. ## Overview This Full Tang Unokubitsukuri Japanese Samurai Tanto is a 20-inch short katana crafted from high-quality 1095 carbon steel with a Rockwell Hardness of 58. Hand-forged and water quenched for superior strength, it features a traditional unokubitsukuri blade shape with a short bo-hi for reduced weight and enhanced handling. The handle combines genuine rayskin and synthetic silk for authentic grip and style, complemented by an alloy tsuba and hardwood scabbard. Perfectly sized for collectors, martial artists, or outdoor enthusiasts seeking a blend of heritage craftsmanship and practical performance. ## Description Blade material: 1095 carbon steel Blade Length (with Habaki): 31.5 cm Blade Length (without Habaki): 30 cm Handle Length: 15.2 cm Overall Length: 52 cm Blade Widdth: 3.2 cm/1.26 inch Blade Thickness: 0.7cm/0.28 inch Bo-hi: Short single Hi on each side Blade Construction: Unokubitsukuri Tang: Full tang Tsuba/Plate: Alloy Rayskin: genuine Rayskin Habaki & Seppa: Brass Fuchi & Kashira & menuki: Alloy Sageo & Ito: Synthetic silk Saya: hardwood scabbard Craft: Handmade traditional polished unokubitsukuri: the unokubitsukuri form from the edge area to play is pick made, front is a double edged. Is slightly curved, straight sword to machetes transition of a sword Japanese tantō The tantō is commonly referred to as a knife or dagger. The blade is single or double edged with a length between 15 and 30 cm (6-12 inches, in Japanese 1 shaku). The tantō was designed primarily as a stabbing weapon, but the edge can be used for slashing as well. Tantō are generally forged in hira-zukuri style (without ridgeline), meaning that their sides have no ridge line and are nearly flat, unlike the shinogi-zukuri structure of a katana. Some tantō have particularly thick cross-sections for armor-piercing duty, and are called yoroi toshi. Tantō were mostly carried by samurai, as commoners did not generally wear them. Women sometimes carried a small tantō called a kaiken in their obi primarily for self-defense. Tantō were sometimes worn as the shōtō in place of a wakizashi in a daishō, especially on the battlefield. Before the advent of the wakizashi/tantō combination, it was common for a samurai to carry a tachi and a tantō as opposed to a katana and a wakizashi.It has been noted that the tachi would be paired with a tantō and later the uchigatana would be paired with another shorter uchigatana. Review: Excellent Value. Sturdy, Sharp, and Well Made - A very nice blade, hands down. Fit and finish: 4.8 easy. Is it sharp? Uhh yeah... Could it be sharper? I guess... Do I want it sharper? Heck NO! As it is, it glides through thick skin Roma tomatoes with ease. Bought this blade to attach to my hiking backpack when I'm in the High Desert, and out where the buses don't run. For myself, I don't need it any sharper. If it was, it would be more of a hazard to me as I'll be handling it frequently. What's weird is the blade measures 12" from tip to the brass, But it looks and feels like 16". Perfect for what I wanted. Review: beautiful - very nice. super sharp. love it! ## Features - 1095 Carbon Steel, Blade HRC: 58, Full Tang, Blade Shape: Unokubitsukuri, Short Bo-hi - Fully Hand Forged, Water Quenching - Overall: 50 CM / 20 Inch, Blade: 30 CM / 12 Inch, Tsuka: 15 CM / 6 Inch, Blade Width: 3.2 CM / 1.26 Inch, Blade Thickness: 0.7 CM / 0.28 Inch - Alloy Tsuba, Genuine Rayskin Samegawa, Synthetic Silk Ito & Sageo ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07Q1GYGYX | | Best Sellers Rank | #311,297 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #574 in Martial Arts Swords | | Blade Length | 30 Centimeters | | Blade Material | High Carbon Steel | | Brand | SJ SHI JIAN | | Brand Name | SJ SHI JIAN | | Color | black | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (89) | | Date First Available | January 12, 2018 | | Hand Orientation | Right | | Handle Material | hardwood+genuine rayskin | | Included Components | 1 tanto | | Item Dimensions LxWxH | 20 x 1.26 x 0.04 inches | | Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 22 x 3.75 x 3 inches | | Manufacturer | SJ SHI JIAN | | Material | Synthetic | | Model Name | ATU | | Package Weight | 0.89 Kilograms | | Part Number | TU06 | | Product Dimensions | 20"L x 1.26"W | | Style | Japanese | | Suggested Users | unisex-adult | | UPC | 613617610762 | | Warranty Description | providing maintenance suggestion | ## Product Details - **Blade Length:** 30 Centimeters - **Blade Material:** High Carbon Steel - **Brand:** SJ SHI JIAN - **Handle Material:** hardwood+genuine rayskin - **Style:** Japanese ## Images ![Full Tang Unokubitsukuri Carbon Steel Japanese Samurai Tanto Small Sword Short Katana - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61ef7lCU9zL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Is it pre sharpend?** A: They are not a normal katana used in bushido seppuku sharper than razor sharp **Q: can this blade be fitted with a slightly larger tsuba?** A: YES, which tsuba do you like? Please send a message about it to us. **Q: Is it make in Japan?** A: No. These are all made in China. Due to international law following WW2, it is actually illegal for Japan to export any steel with high carbon content. But this one in particular is excellent quality. I am quite satisfied with this purchase and display it proudly. **Q: Made in China?** A: Idk where it is made but it is not cheap quality ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Value. Sturdy, Sharp, and Well Made *by Z***K on November 16, 2025* A very nice blade, hands down. Fit and finish: 4.8 easy. Is it sharp? Uhh yeah... Could it be sharper? I guess... Do I want it sharper? Heck NO! As it is, it glides through thick skin Roma tomatoes with ease. Bought this blade to attach to my hiking backpack when I'm in the High Desert, and out where the buses don't run. For myself, I don't need it any sharper. If it was, it would be more of a hazard to me as I'll be handling it frequently. What's weird is the blade measures 12" from tip to the brass, But it looks and feels like 16". Perfect for what I wanted. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ beautiful *by J***N on October 16, 2025* very nice. super sharp. love it! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great tanto for traditional events *by J***B on February 5, 2025* Great “dress tanto” for occasions. Habaki fits snuggly, but not an obstruction. Tsuka wrap is tight and fits the hand well. Great product for the price. This is a “bushi tanto” ie the “smallest sword” so it is a hefty tanto that can effectively block and counter. Sharpness would be the only critique; was sharp, but could’ve been better. ## Frequently Bought Together - Full Tang Unokubitsukuri Carbon Steel Japanese Samurai Tanto Small Sword Short Katana - Ten Ryu Samurai Sword Stand - Ace Martial Arts Supply Japanese Samurai Katana Sword Maintenance Cleaning Kit --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/123141404-full-tang-unokubitsukuri-carbon-steel-japanese-samurai-tanto-small-sword](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/123141404-full-tang-unokubitsukuri-carbon-steel-japanese-samurai-tanto-small-sword) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-05-06*