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H@wk
 IP: 194.219.183.92 Sep 2, 04 - 11:38 AM |
buying an original katana(not a replica)
does anyone know where can i find an original black folded katana simple an sharp??!! i can give at most 500$ to buy it, if it's possible.... 
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Electra
IP: 68.159.25.154 Apr 2nd, 2005 - 5:18 AM |
Re: buying an original katana(not a replica)
okinawa |
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Kevin
IP: 69.244.208.200 Sep 23rd, 2005 - 11:22 PM |
Re: buying an original katana(not a replica)
$500? That will run you at minimum $3000.. my roomate's is worth $6000, bought his for $2200 though from a connection. (hand made) |
Steve
IP: 24.243.185.57 Jul 8th, 2006 - 3:35 PM |
Re: buying an original katana(not a replica)
Check out Paul Chen's swords |
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Swordmaster
IP: 68.251.187.164 Aug 13th, 2006 - 4:22 AM |
Re: buying an original katana(not a replica)
H@wk, You can try typing in "Antique Katana" at Ebay. I am not trying to send away business but you can find "real" WWII swords all the time. If you are looking for something that looks like an old sword that has been handed down generation to generation you can get that; however, if you are looking for something closer to what that ideal of what a katana can be: that is the high end Paul Chen swords. They are manufactured and that might lose some of the blades anima, but they are still hand finished by skilled artisans. You can buy a blade for less than $2,000 that is in the 8 to 9 range on a scale of 10. If you happen to find a Japanese swordsmith who will take the job, and make a better weapon expect to pay closer to $10,000. Also make sure you give me his (or her) number. I hope this helps. |
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Masamune
IP: 24.179.201.213 Dec 19th, 2006 - 9:41 PM |
Re: buying an original katana(not a replica)
A WWII katana, often called Gunto is most likely not a hand forged and folded blade made of quality steel..actually many of these blades were made from railroad tracks during that time in history when Japan was using it's quality steel for gun barrels. Many of these are not necessarily differentially hardened (with a harder edge, softer body, and a true temper line). In fact, due to wartime demand, shortcuts such as full hardening (same hardness everywhere - also known as "through hardening") and cosmetic false temper lines are common on many WWII swords. If you decide to go this route, be sure to find something rust free with no cracks nor belt-sander/buffer scratch marks (as the heat build-up from this incorrect form of rust removal can affect the temper of the blade and impair its performance). Due to television and other influences, some may feel that the older the sword they acquire, the better the weapon. For martial arts use, purchase of an antique weapon is not recommended for various reasons. Firstly, old swords that are in an affordable price range tend to have problems - major rust and corrosion, forging flaws, and other things that can detrimentally affect the structural integrity of a sword. At various points in history, many swords were effectively mass-produced to meet demand and are thus of considerably lesser quality than the singular hand-made custom swords - and a beginner's inability to discern such blades from others can be a tremendous purchasing challenge, and often very dangerous. Some gunto are in the US$1,000-3,000 range because they are forge folded and properly clay coated and heat treated. These are individually made blades that have more value than the mass produced ones. Other swords may contain family heirloom blades while others were custom made for sons to go off to war. The Folded Paul Chen swords are decent for the money, I would say no more than a 5 on a scale of 1-10.... Real high end custom folded traditional blades are still made, but unless you are a world class swordman, I would'nt bother...You'd most likely break or bend it the first time you " took a whack" at a strw mat. Not to mention the 10-20K price tag. Old and traditional does not mean better or a person can cut concrete or another sword like in the movies...that's all fantasy. The modern steel today is far superior to anything any "ancient warrior class" ever came up with anyway. Get a nice practical mono steel katana with a full tang and decent wrap and practice your form before dropping a wad on a old traditional anything. Good Luck |
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