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PKS Shoto Tonto Short Sword

Shoto Tonto Short Sword

Stonewashed version



Shōtō: (Literally: short sword) General term for a sword shorter than two shaku. Most are wakizashi, but some are short daito, known as kodachi.

This is the only Shoto blank made with a full tang we are aware of made for the DIY maker

We make all of our Premium "S" knives out of heat treated and hardened 9CR14mov steel.

These are heat treated to an average RC 57.

They hold an edge!

Specs:

Over all length 12"

Cutting edge 6 1/4"

Handle area 4 1/4" x 1 1/4"

4.5 mm thick

2 - 3/16" handle and laynard holes

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