Oct 19, 2007 · I was always curious what are some advantages and disadvantages of the tanto blade shape in a folding knife and a fixed blade. Whatcha think?

Jul 6, 2008 · The general advantage in a tanto blade is a stronger tip. If you look closely at the way it's designed, the blade can maintain its spine thickness almost all the way to tip of the …

Feb 26, 2015 · Well just picked up my first Tanto Blade a ZT 0620 CF and what a sweet knife I really like it ! But being my first Tanto Blade as mentioned I'm not sure the best way or how to …

Nov 25, 2000 · The traditional Japanese tanto point is actually rounded, like those points found on the majority of Japanese battle swords. Interesting fact - broken swords were often reworked …

Apr 8, 2004 · Tanto refers to a knife with a blade length between ~6-12". Single or double edged knives can fall into this classification. It was not un-common for the tanto to be carried in place …

Aug 10, 2011 · I just shipped a tanto blade to a friend out on the west coast who wants to do all the wood work himself. He is an excellent woodworker. I had written this tutorial a while back, …

Jan 1, 2006 · Tanto points have a great place, on swords. If a stabing blade is needed a tanto point will do well but most people have little use for a stabbing implement. I dont think that the …

Jun 12, 2021 · I don't like the factory edge on this tanto Sebenza. I want to sharpen it, but I'm struggling with the approach and I'd like to solicit opinions. If the main edge is 20 dps, then it …

Jan 4, 1999 · I consider the tanto blade fashionable but less practical than the drop point. The tanto has some advantages for stabbing but, since most people don't use a knife for stabbing, …

Mar 7, 2009 · I keep reading that a lot of people think sharpening tantos is difficult. What technique do you use to sharpen your tanto? What's the knife model and type of steel? Can …