Legacy Blades Kaiken Aikuchi Tanto - Crimson Veil 1095

Crimson Veil is a whisper of steel—elegant, restrained, and unmistakably lethal. Forged from high-carbon 1095 steel, this Kaiken delivers keen cutting performance and a traditional feel prized by serious collectors. A warm copper habakianchors the blade with refined contrast, while buffalo horn reinforcement throughout the saya and fittings adds durability and understated luxury.

The Kaiken was far more than a dagger in feudal Japan. Compact and discreet, it was carried by samurai—often concealed within garments or bedding—for close-quarters defense and last-resort protection. Kaiken were especially significant in domestic spaces, where their presence symbolized vigilance, honor, and preparedness even in moments of peace. Small, fast, and decisive, they were tools of necessity rather than display.

With its deep crimson presence and historically grounded construction, Crimson Veil honors that legacy—quiet strength, absolute purpose, and beauty sharpened by tradition.

SPECIFICATIONS

Forged 1095 carbon steel
Copper Habaki
Brass Menuki, Shishi (lion dog)
Deep red lacquered Tsuka and Saya with buffalo horn reinforcement
Overall Length: 13.25"
Blade Length:  7.5"
Handle length:  3.5"

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