The perfect gift for that special martial artist in your life. This Tanto is design as a useful training tool as its made with a quality hardwood; which can take a beating.As an option, you can choose a personalized Kanji / Katakana symbol(s) to be burned on the handle. Go to the "Kanji" item in this store (https://aikidowinnipeg.com/store/kanji-woodburning) to add you selection to the cart.The Tanto is 7/8" thick and a length of 11-3/4".There is a "shinogi" or ridgeline between the "mune" or back of the blade and the "ha" or edge of the blade.An excellent practice weapon in Aikido or other knife taking practice.