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Bo-Hi Modern Katana
# 501905
If Samurai still existed, they’d appreciate this modern, fully functional Katana design. The traditionally made blade is combined with modern, more durable materials for the grip and scabbard. Deep...$368.95 -
Shirasaya
# 500992
This handsome Ryumon katana has a hand-forged and tempered high carbon AISI 1060 steel blade. Comes with certificate of authenticity, a full cleaning kit with an instruction booklet, and a cloth...$369.95 -
Shogun Tsuru Katana
# 501873
Handcrafted in a small town nestled in the Longquan mountains of China’s Zhejiang province, where the tradition of skilled swordmaking began over 2,000 years ago. Every part of this sword is expertly...$394.95 -
Shogun Ryū Tatsu Katana
# 501874
Handcrafted in a small town nestled in the Longquan mountains of China’s Zhejiang province, where the tradition of skilled swordmaking began over 2,000 years ago. Every part of this sword is expertly...$394.95 -
Shogun Kiji Katana
# 501875
Handcrafted in a small town nestled in the Longquan mountains of China’s Zhejiang province, where the tradition of skilled swordmaking began over 2,000 years ago. Every part of this sword is expertly...$394.95 -
Modern Katana
# 501855
This Modern Katana represents a contemporary interpretation of what the renowned Samurai would look like in our time. Using the best of the latest technological materials, the low maintenance of this...$358.95 -
Dragonfly Wakizashi
# 501249
The classic Japanese battle sword in all its incarnations has been celebrated for centuries, not only for its elegant lines and simple beauty but also for the technique and skill that went into its...$394.95 -
Warrior Katana
# 501246
This Warrior Katana is very handsome and shares the same 1055 steel, heat treatment and sharpness as more expensive counterparts. Features a Samé covered, cord wrapped handle and quality fittings...$359.95 -
Warrior Chisa Katana
# 900264
This Warrior Katana is very handsome and shares the same 1060 steel, heat treatment and sharpness as more expensive counterparts. Features a Samé covered, cord wrapped handle and quality fittings...$359.95
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Steel That Earns Its Keep
A katana is not a myth dressed up as a blade. It is folded steel, worked hot and cold until the edge holds a temper the spine cannot, a design built by smiths who had one job and did it for centuries. What separates a good one from a wall hanger comes down to three things: the steel, the temper line, and the fit between blade and handle. We build to that standard, not to a costume rack's idea of what looks sharp in a photograph.
Our samurai and Asian sword line runs from full tang katana meant to be handled and maintained to display pieces built for the wall, wakizashi and tanto rounding out the set for anyone building a proper collection rather than a single piece.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I look for in a real samurai sword?
Full tang construction first, the blade should run the length of the handle in one piece, not a stub welded on. After that, check the steel, high carbon steel holds an edge and takes a temper line, stainless mostly does not.
What is a hamon, and does it matter?
The hamon is the visible line where differential hardening meets the blade, hard edge against a softer spine. A genuine hamon comes from the heat treatment itself, not an acid etch, and it is one of the clearest signs of real construction versus a display knockoff.
Is a katana practical to maintain, or is it high upkeep?
Not much upkeep, provided it is done right. A light coat of oil, a soft cloth, and keeping the blade dry after handling covers most of it. Left dry and neglected, any carbon steel blade will rust.
What is the difference between a katana, wakizashi, and tanto?
Length, mostly. The katana runs long for a two handed draw and cut, the wakizashi is a shorter companion blade, and the tanto is a fixed blade dagger, all three traditionally carried together by the same warrior class.
Where can I buy an authentic samurai sword?
Right here. Our samurai and Asian sword collection covers full tang katana, wakizashi, and tanto built for handling, display, and everything between.
