Japanese Bone Engraved Tanto Dagger
Japanese bone engraved Tanto dagger with single edged blade and matching scabbard. Tanto were used by samurai as a secondary weapon, often as a tool for close-quarters combat or for ritualistic purposes. They were worn alongside longer swords such as the katana or wakizashi. Size 15 1/4" L, blade 7 5/8" L
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Japanese bone engraved Tanto dagger with single edged blade and matching scabbard. Tanto were used by samurai as a secondary weapon, often as a tool for close-quarters combat or for ritualistic purposes. They were worn alongside longer swords such as the katana or wakizashi. Size 15 1/4" L, blade 7 5/8" L