HZT 005 | Hira Zukuri Tanto 6.5”

The knife that started it all. First produced as a special run at the request of a Special Operations unit back in 2017. Designed for the rigors of modern combat while remaining true to classical design concepts, this blade excels at both slashing and penetration. A true workhorse that is exceedingly tough and resilient while maintaining excellent edge retention. This batch features Hissatsu (必殺) kanji from Shodō master Koshin. Please allow 1-2 weeks for delivery. 

Steel: 80crv2 - high carbon steel

Blade shape: Hira Zukuri (Iori Mune)

Blade Length: 6.5" | 165mm

Blade thickness:  3/16” | 4.8mm

Handle Material: Black Canvas Micarta

Blade Finish: Matte Black Oxidized

Sheath: Kydex Multicarry

Produced by: Primitive Woodsman

Batch quantity: 75 pieces

Batch number: 005

Release: April 2026

Made in: Boone, NC USA