eroton Damascus Folded Steel Hand Forged Handmade Japanese Samurai Katana Sword Functional Heat Tempered Full Tang Razor Sharp.Tsuba Copper

This sword is an intriguing mixed-bag. The clay-tempered Damascus blade is simply stunning, with no significant visible flaws, and comes very sharp. The overall balance and handling are also very good. The blade is light and responsive, and similar in shape to my real Gunto. But not quite...The biggest initial aggravation was how tight the scabbard fit was, needing some adjustments to be usable. Re-sheathing is not as smooth as it could be. Also, as others have noted, the Ito wrap is not real leather, very plastic-like, and I'll probably replace it with something better. The fixtures are cheap castings, not real brass, but are mostly period-authentic in design. While the Koiguchi (scabbard mouth) has a cut for a Gunto lock, there isn't one on the sword, so that's odd. Most annoying, the Kashira (pommel) is very loose, too fat for the handle dimensions to fit properly. It's barely held on by the lanyard ring. Traditionally, the Ito would go through the pommel, securing it. I'll fix this when I re-wrap it.But the blade is nice enough to do some work on the furniture, perhaps even upgrade. The Samekawa is indeed real, and the fit of the hilt and Tsuba are snug. The sword is also double-pinned. For the price, I don't regret my purchase, especially as I bought it as a stunt double or sorts for my real Gunto, to practice with without worrying about wear and tear.

I am no swordsman yet I purchased this katana because the photos of it were beautiful. I ordered it Friday and it arrived on Sunday. I was impressed. Also impressed that the sword is more beautiful in person than the pictures as well.

We purchased this sword to use as a décor item, so it's functionality wasn't a priority for us; however, it is indeed a well made and extremely sharp example of the sword maker's art. It came in a nice cloth carrying bag, and with instructions for care--oddly, no website address for feedback, which as you can see from the 5 star rating is very positive. If you are looking for a katana style sword for décor or the practice of Iaido (Japanese live blade form practice), this might be the perfect thing for you.

The sword is light and well balanced and worth the price. The hamon is beautiful as is the saya. The only disappointment is with the cast metal furniture. It detracts from the authenticity of the blade and looks cheap. I hope they cast solid brass furniture for the tsuka and the saya. Charge more but at least it would look correct and improve the overall beauty of this sword. The imitation leather wrap is not my favorite and I will redo it with traditional ito cloth chord. Overall...I would still buy another.

When you look upon this blade, it whispers your name seductively, demanding that you once again practice kiri-otoshi from the Itto School ten thousand more times. This sword is highly motivated and superior to some of the 1,200 dollar katana offered by some of the more popular companies. It demands to be placed near your bed so that it can watch over you as you sleep and be at the ready with an outstretched hand to decapitate the heads of any who trespass your domain. While it may have an un-traditional color blade the hamon is like the waves of the feared Murumasa. This sword's value can only be accurately assessed by a warrior the other classes just wont get it. : )

I love this sword. Looks awesome. Secure fittings.

This katana is phenomenal. I love it.

I dislike everything about the handle it’s missing bamboo pegs the flower pins are missing the swivel on the end fell off the ray skin was cut so small u can c the handle underneath. It does feel solidly made there’s no loose parts looks good on display.Its not worth price but I have a large collection and it does look good with my collection. Not happy but I can live with it

L’épée est arrivée environ 2 semaine en retard, mais ça valait l’attente. Elle est tout simplement comme sur la photo. Bien balancé et tout. Le service a la clientèle est attentionné et rapide. Je recommande a tout le monde.