The Makoto USA Damascus Tanto Blade Kit offers craftsmen a premium-quality Japanese-style knife blank made in the USA from high-performance carbon steel damascus. Designed for both professional and hobbyist makers, this compact tanto is ideal for everyday carry builds, featuring a hollow-ground 2.375-inch blade forged with 416 layers of steel. The Makoto’s classic tanto profile delivers exceptional cutting geometry and a striking damascus pattern. With a total length of 6.187 inches, it’s scaled down for comfortable handling without sacrificing strength or performance. The blank includes three 0.156-inch tang holes for secure pin placement (stainless steel pinstock included), and the tang can be easily modified for custom fasteners. Whether you're crafting a custom blade or adding a refined piece to your collection, this DIY knife kit delivers performance and precision in a compact package.
Specifications:
Blade Length: 2.375 inches (2 3/8 inches)
Overall Length: 6.187 inches (6 3/16 inches)
Blade Width: 0.75 inches (3/4 inch)
Tang Holes: Three holes at 0.156 inches (5/32 inch)
Pinstock Included: Yes (stainless steel)
Heat Treated: Yes
Hardness: 56–58 RC
Handle Material Included: No
Country of Origin: USA
Damascus Layer Configuration:
3 layers of 52100
4 layers of 5160
3 layers of 203E
3 layers of 15n20
Folded: 5 times
Total Layers: 416
