Comparison of a Yoroi doshi and a full-size katana blade edge.

A traditional knife with a wooden handle and sheath on a dark background.

Close-up of a worn and slightly rusty knife blade.

Close-up of a metallic knife blade against a dark background.

Close-up of a metallic object with a hole on a dark background.

Close-up of a weathered metal blade with a hole near the edge.

Close-up of a polished katana blade showing a detailed hamon pattern.

Close-up of a knife blade showing signs of rust and wear.

Close-up of a knife blade with a wooden sheath in the background.

Japanese knife with engraved blade and wooden sheath.

Dark scene showing a flying temper with a bright light source.

An antique wooden ruler with engraved measurements and markings.

Close-up of a rusty knife blade against a dark background.

Japanese Armor Piercer Tanto -Yoroi Doshi Dagger -Antique/Old Sword -Collection

Name: Japanese Armor Piercer Tanto -Yoroi Doshi Dagger -Antique/Old Sword -Collection
SKU: 13365
Availability: OutOfStock

1 antique Japanese Yoroi Doshi armor piercing tanto sword available. This fine Japanese sword would make an important acquisition for any collection.

An armor piercing tanto has a blade approximately 3 times the normal tanto thickness. This armor piercer measures 1.7 cm (11/16”). Photo 1 above shows this yoroi doshi lying next to a full-size katana.

The nakago is not signed—the saya does, however, have a sayagaki.

The blade nagasa measures 6 11/16” (17 cm). The blade has an attractive hamon with flying temper.

Out of stock

Category: Sold

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Description

Description

1 antique Japanese Yoroi Doshi armor piercing tanto sword available. This fine Japanese sword would make an important acquisition for any collection.

The nakago is not signed—the saya does, however, have a sayagaki.

The blade nagasa measures 6 11/16” (17 cm). The blade has an attractive hamon with flying temper.

CONDITION:

The blade has surface type pitting only. This armor piercer would be an inexpensive polish.

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