1 / 7Moontay Fixed-Blade Japanese Tanto Knife with Sheath
Sheath: The Moontay Japanese Tanto is a fixed-blade outdoor knife listed for bushcrafting, camping, and hunting. Its 8.4-inch listed blade, wood handle, and claimed full-tang construction suit buyers seeking a traditional-style knife, though the listing gives conflicting steel and blade-length details.
At a glance
- Fixed-blade tanto design with a plain edge and claimed full-tang construction.
- The listing specifies a wood handle and an 8.4-inch blade.
- A sheath is listed as an included component.
Pros and cons
Pros
- The specified fixed blade and sheath offer a carry-ready setup for outdoor use.
- Customers describe the knife as sturdy and well-built, and report positive impressions of its appearance and weight.
Technical specifications
14 specifications| Brand | Moontay |
|---|---|
| Recommended uses | Bushcrafting, Camping, Hunting |
| Age range | Adult |
| Blade type | Fixed |
| Blade shape | Tanto Point |
| Blade edge | Plain |
| Hand orientation | Right Hand |
| Special feature | Full Tang |
| Blade material | 440C stainless steels |
|---|---|
| Handle material | Wood |
| Blade length | 8.4 inches |
| Item length | 13.5 inches |
| Color | Reddish Brown |
| Style | Traditional |
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
The listing is inconsistent about blade steel, specifying “440C stainless steels” in product details but claiming 5Cr13 stainless steel in feature text. Blade length is also given as 8.4 inches in details and 8.5 inches in feature text. Confirm the selected listing's specifications before purchase.
What’s in the box
Included- Sheath
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Buyers looking for a traditional-style fixed-blade tanto for the listed bushcrafting, camping, or hunting uses.
- People who prefer a wood handle and a listed sheath.
Less suited to
- Buyers who need a clearly established steel grade or a single confirmed blade length before choosing.

Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
67% 67% - 4 stars
19% 19% - 3 stars
4% 4% - 2 stars
6% 6% - 1 star
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Customer feedback describes the knife as sturdy and well-built, with positive remarks about its appearance, weight, and size. Opinions on sharpness are mixed, and material quality concerns include reports of lower-quality steel and leather. For buyers considering the listed fixed-blade outdoor uses, that mixed feedback makes edge condition and sheath material worth considering. Overall ratings lean positive, but they do not resolve the conflicting steel and blade-length claims in the listing.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the knife as sturdy and well-built.
- Customers report positive impressions of its appearance and weight.
Mixed feedback
- Sharpness receives mixed feedback, with some customers praising it and others saying it is not sharp enough.
- Material quality feedback is mixed, including concerns about steel and leather.
Frequently asked questions
What blade steel does the Moontay tanto use?
The listing conflicts: product details specify 440C stainless steels, while feature text says 5Cr13 stainless steel. Confirm the steel for the selected listing.
How long is the blade?
Product details list an 8.4-inch blade, while feature text describes it as 8.5 inches. The overall item length is listed as 13.5 inches.
Is a sheath included?
Yes. The product details list a sheath as an included component.
What uses does the listing recommend?
The listed uses are bushcrafting, camping, and hunting.

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