This is authentic Japanese tanto dagger with koshirae I think it's made in 16th century This tanto is carved Bonji Bonji is originally Sanskrit characters It stands for Buddhist deity as sacred characters It used for amulet, tombstone in Japan Signed "Higodaijo fujiwara XX" Hamon : Notare Blade Length : 282 mm (11.1") Length　　　: 393 mm (15.5") Curvature : 1.5 mm (0.06") Wide : 25 mm (1") Thickness : 5 mm (0.2") Dagger weight : 183 g (6.5 oz.) Mekugi hole : 2 w/ koshirae Condition : Overall in good condition with normal wear, tang cleaned, scratches, scars and stain Koshirae Tsuba design is boat man Craft house Kaneie sign Menuki design is phenix (contemporary one) Fuchi kashira is wild goose and pine tree (contemporary one) Material: iron, wood, copper, ray skin, string etc. Total size : 530 mm (20.8") Saya size : 395 mm (15.6"), Saya's sori : 8 mm (0.31") Tsuka size : 119 mm (4.7") nakago hole : 23 x 5 mm (0.9" x 0.2") nakago depth : over 93 mm (3.7") Total weight : 492 g (17.3 oz.) Condition : Good as you can see the pictures for the year Saya has scratches with bag Because it may take some time (about 1 month) for the export procedure, please understand. Though it depends on country's regulation, we may not send by air. (for example Netherlands) In that case, we send by sea. It takes about 3 months Under Japanese law, it is forbidden to send the "Registration Card" to the buyer. Please note that we will send you a copy of "Registration Card" to the buyer. This item is as pictures show without any warranty, please see pictures. I try my best to describe items accurately and give them attribution, but it is still my opinion and you have to depend on your own judgment when you bid. Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. These charges are normally collected by the delivering freight (shipping) company or when you pick the item up - do not confuse them for additional shipping charges.