Episode 644 of The Knife Junkie Podcast celebrates the tanto blade shape. Host Bob DeMarco presents some of the coolest tanto designs in modern knife making. This blade style combines Japanese tradition with contemporary performance.

The episode covers tanto blades across different categories. From tactical automatics to fixed-blade hunters, Bob shows how makers interpret this angular geometry. He explains the practical benefits that make tantos more than just good looks. The reinforced tip provides extra strength. The multiple cutting edges within one blade offer versatile performance.

Bob shares his pocket check featuring the Spyderco Police, Jack Wolf Knives Gateway Equal End Jack, TKell Agent 001, and Cold Steel Voyager Vaquero XL.

Knife Life News covers GiantMouse working with Pro-Tech on an automatic, TOPS releasing a slip joint Tex Creek, and Kizer\'s take on a utility knife design. And the First Tool segment celebrates the sodbuster pattern.

The main topic showcases tanto blades from Microtech, Fisher Blades, 3 Dog Knife, Hogtooth, TKell Knives, Two Sun, Reate, Civivi, and Cold Steel. Each knife demonstrates different approaches to this distinctive blade shape. Bob explains what makes each piece special and how tanto geometry serves different purposes.

This episode helps collectors understand why tanto blades remain popular. Bob\'s selection spans various price points and styles. Whether you collect tactical folders or outdoor fixed blades, this episode provides helpful details regarding an important blade design.

Find the list of all the knives shown in the show and links to the Knife Life news stories at https://theknifejunkie.com/644.

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