The Tachi Katanas
We know you are interested in Tachi, these spectacular Japanese blades will delight more than one collector. Of course, in addition to Tachi Katanas, we also have functional katanas in our store, as well as Tantos and even anime katanas .
Some interesting facts about the Tachi:
- Antiquity: The Tachi is older than the katana, having been developed during the Koto period (900 to 1596), while the katana emerged in the Kamakura period (1185 to 1333).
- Blade length: Traditional Tachis had blades that were between 70 and 80 cm long, in contrast to katanas, whose blades were approximately 58 cm.
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Curvature: The Tachi has a more pronounced curvature compared to the katana. -
How to carry it: The Tachi was carried with the edge facing down, unlike the katana, which is carried with the edge facing up.
Usage: The Tachi was primarily used on horseback, designed to cut from bottom to top, making it effective against enemy infantry.
Invest in a piece of history and add a touch of samurai elegance to your collection with our exclusive Tachi Japanese katanas.