Patterned after an aikuchi-style tanto, with matching wood saya and grip. Aside from the center mounted hammer and trigger, there are few outward signs of the weapon's function. The saya has a downward curvature that would be proper for a blade sheath, a proper kurigata 1 1/2" down from the brass koiguchi and, when closed, doubles as a protective cover for the nipple. Drawing the "blade" reveals the octagon barrel, which is unadorned and fitted with a percussion nipple on the top flat. Brass frame, with scroll engraving on either side, silver finished brass hammer with iron striker insert and brass trigger with a front curve ending in a fancy scroll. Wood highly figured grip, with a gentle downward curve matching that of the saya, gently rounded butt and a lanyard hole with silver floral pattern eyelets.