Ronin Katana – Dojo Pro Tanto #3
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Price range: $55.95 through $69.00
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- Class
- Battle Ready
- Blade
- 1060 High Carbon Steel
- Overall Length
- 17 1/4''
- Weight
- 14.8 oz
- Brand
- Ronin Katana
- Culture
- Japanese
Overview
Ronin Katana - Dojo Pro Tanto #3
This Ronin Katana Dojo Pro Tanto has a blade that is notably longer than most tanto. Straight-edged and thick spined, a Tanto like this is a good cutter, but truly excels at thrusting and penetrating into the weak points of armor. A handy weapon should a warrior find himself grappling and wrestling armored foes, or cutting down such targets in nighttime subterfuge. All black, this Tantos bat-themed fittings take inspiration from this nighttime predator which intuitively perceives its surroundings and strikes quickly and decisively.
The blade is forged from 1060 high carbon steel; the tsuba is iron and its habaki and seppa blade mountings are crafted from brass. The fuchi and kashira are blackened metal and the wooden tsuka has panels of genuine rayskin which are inlaid and blackened with lacquer. A tsuka ito wrap of knotted black cord completes the grip.
The tanto is paired with a wooden saya scabbard which is finished with black lacquer and a sageo cord. A cloth dagger bag is included.
Specifications
Every measurement that matters
- Brand
- Ronin Katana
- Culture
- Japanese
- Pommel
- N/A
- Overall Length
- 17 1/4''
- Blade Length
- 11 1/2''
- Blade
- 1060 High Carbon Steel
- Weight
- 14.8 oz
- Edge
- Very Sharp
- P.O.B.
- 1 3/8''
- Thickness
- 6.2 mm - 4 mm
- Width
- 26.4 mm
- Grip Length
- 4 3/8''
- Class
- Battle Ready
- Country of Origin
- China
- Type
- Tanto
Reviews
What collectors are saying
Q&A
Questions from the community
Q What steel is the blade made from? Common Question
1060 high carbon steel.
Q How sharp is the edge from the factory? Common Question
It comes very sharp.
Q What are the overall and blade lengths? Common Question
Overall length is about 17 1/4 inches with an 11 1/2 inch blade.
Q What is the weight and point of balance? Common Question
Approximately 14.8 oz with a point of balance around 1 3/8 inches from the guard.
Q What materials are used for the fittings and grip? Common Question
Iron tsuba with bat motif, brass habaki and seppa, blackened metal fuchi and kashira, wooden tsuka with genuine rayskin panels and black cord ito wrap.
Q Does it include a scabbard? Common Question
Yes, a wooden saya finished in black lacquer with a sageo cord, plus a cloth dagger bag.
Q Is this suitable for cutting practice or reenactment? Common Question
Classed as battle ready; the long, straight-edged blade excels at thrusting and can cut, but always use proper targets and safety practices.
Q Where is it made and by whom? Common Question
Made by Ronin Katana in China.
Q How should I maintain it? Common Question
Keep the blade clean and lightly oiled to prevent rust; periodically check and retighten the cord wrap if needed and avoid moisture on the lacquered saya.
Q What is the cultural style of this dagger? Common Question
Japanese tanto, with bat-themed fittings inspired by traditional motifs.
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The Maker
Ronin Katana
Ronin Katana offers the largest selection of Samurai swords. After traveling to Longquan city, founder Chris Scoggin dedicated years to crafting a line of revolutionary Japanese and European swords.
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Good Tanto For The Money Purchased this tanto direct from Ronin during March 2018. Blade is well executed if somewhat uninspiring. Blade is not as substantial as my Hanwei Tori tanto, but is still stout enough to get the job done. Biggest downside is the thickness of the tsuka (grip). It is so overly thick that it inhibits control of the point during thrusts, especially when using a reverse grip. I reshaped and re-wrapped mine and now it is much better. Would make an excellent backup weapon especially if fighting in armor. Another thing of note is the bat themed fittings, which are actually more common on traditional Japanese swords than one would think, and symbolize good fortune. Overall not a bad package for under $70.
Habaki does not fit the Saya The Habaki is either too thin or the opening of the Saya is too wide. There is no resistance to hold the Tanto in the Saya at all. I ordered a replacement Habaki, but it was too large – it was made to fit a Katana. Anyway, if I had been able to order the correct size, I would not have been able to replace it because the Tsuka will not come off, and I did pull out the the Mekugi first. I will try another method to get it off. I may also try to get the heavy layer of wax off the opening of the Saya so I can glue a thin hardwood veneer to the opening and sand it to fit. Otherwise the Tanto is OK. I guess you get what you pay for. I just use it as a letter opener anyway.