Practical Plus Series Katana

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The Practical Plus Katana provides a very economical cutting sword as dependable as the Practical Katana (SH1070), but using more traditional fittings and construction methods. The blade is forged and differentially hardened in the traditional claying method with a prominent hamon. The Practical Plus features genuine Same (Rayskin) on the Tsuka, with a wrap (Tsuka-Ito) specially developed for its gripping … Read More

Hanwei – Practical Wushu Sword

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Developed in response to requests from Wushu practitioners for swords with ultra-flexible blades, the Practical Wushu has a spring steel blade that tapers to almost paper-thin at the tip. The light weight (barely one pound) of the sword makes it extremely fast in skilled hands. Specs: Overall Length: 36 1/2″ Blade Length: 30″ Handle Length: 6 1/2″ Weight: 1 lb … Read More

Practical Series Wakizashi

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The ever-popular Practical Katana (SH1070), Wakizashi (SH2061) and Tanto (SH2254) give the martial artist the opportunity to own and use a Hanwei sword at the cost of an economy sword. The blades are forged and differentially hardened, using the same process as the more expensive blades and producing an HRC60 edge and HRC40 back. The temper line is authentic and … Read More

Practical Shinobi Ninja-To (White Same)

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The Practical Shinobi Ninja-to, whose construction patterns closely that of the Practical Katana, is a wonderful addition for those studying the Way of the Ninja. The blade is hand-forged from a high-carbon steel billet and is differentially hardened using a traditional claying method. All the fittings (koshirae) are finished in antiqued black iron. The ornate tsuba displays the kuji-kiri (energy-channeling … Read More

Hanwei – Golden Oriole Series – Wakizashi

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During the Muromachi period (1568-1603), the introduction of the pairing of the Katana (the curved sword) and Wakizashi was introduced. The Wakizashi, or the shorter companion blade to the Katana, was about 18 inches long. Only the warrior class – the Samurai – was allowed to wear the two swords, which remained a custom for the next several hundred years … Read More

Ryumon – Phoenix Katana

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The Ryumon Phoenix Katana is an exceptional well built fully functional samurai sword. It has a handforged 1095 high carbon steel blade with blood groove. The blade is clay tempered and hand sharpened using traditional Japanese methods. The katana can be fully disassemble for easy maintenance and cleaning. Features a bronze Phoenix theme tsuba. The black silk wrapped handle has … Read More

Ryumon – Black Bamboo Katana

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Includes Free Sword Maintenance Kit Item # PH9009 The Ryumon Black Bamboo Katana is an exceptional well built fully functional samurai sword. It has a handforged 1095 high carbon steel blade with blood groove. The blade is hand sharpened using traditional methods. Features a zinc alloy bamboo theme tsuba. The black cotton wrapped handle has genuine ray skin covering. Includes a black … Read More

Ryumon – Damascus Dragon Tanto – Red

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Includes Free Sword Maintenance Kit Item # PH9009 If you’ve been looking for a functional yet affordable tanto you’ve finally found it. The Ryumon Dragon tanto has a hand forged HCS 1065 Damascus steel blade. The blade if folded 10 times for a total of 1024 layers and tempered using traditional Japanese methods. The blade is then hand sharpened for a razor … Read More

Sword Maintenance & Cleaning Kit

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The proper care and maintenance of swords is critical if they are to retain their condition. The composition of carbon steel swords makes them very susceptible to rust. This sword cleaning kit has everything necessary for basic sword care and includes: a brass awl and hammer to easily dismantle the sword a bottle of choji oil, to prevent rusting and rice … Read More

Hanwei – Renaissance Wax 200 ml (7 oz can)

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For over forty years, Renaissance Wax has been the No. 1 choice of museums for the preservation of precious items including swords and other edged weapons. Professional conservators throughout the world depend on Renaissance Wax to protect their collections. Properly applied, a little goes a long way. Weight:  7 oz Order Online 24 hours A Day 7 Days A Week … Read More

Bushido – Bamboo Blossom Katana

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The Bushido Bamboo Blossom Katana is a superbly crafted, fully functional samurai sword. The full tang blade is hand sharpened 1045 high carbon steel with blood groove. The double pegged, tan cord wrapped handle has Japanese purpose silk over real ray skin. Incredibly detailed bronze Crane tsuba (hand guard). Includes a black laquered scabbard with genuine mother of pearl bamboo … Read More

Bushido – Rosewood Katana

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Buy Now The Bushido Rosewood Katana is a superbly crafted, fully functional samurai sword. The full tang blade is hand sharpened 1045 high carbon steel with blood groove. The double pegged, tan cord wrapped handle has Japanese purpose silk over real ray skin. Includes 2 incredibly detailed bronze tsubas (hand guard) with Bamboo and Blossom designs. Includes a maroon laquered … Read More