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Tanto, Japanese knife, wooden and veneered handle, bone fitt…
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129
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Tanto, Japanese knife, wooden and veneered handle, bone fitt…
See original version (French)
Estimate €100 - €150
Voluntary lot
Description
Tanto, Japanese knife, wooden and veneered handle, bone fittings, menuki with a razor motif. The blade is strong, with a chevron-patterned back; no visible temper line – likely a refit of an older, shortened blade. Total length 41 cm, blade (nagasa) 20.5 cm. Japan, Meiji era, blade possibly older. Fairly good condition, with signs of wear, oxidation and missing sections.
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