I really like this video. Very helpful. Also thank you for this video! Keep up the good work. Don’t give up on your RUclips channel. It takes precious time & lots of patience to grow. Cheers, mate!🍻💯
You got skills !!! I have a few years of training. But I’m humbled by your cutting skills !!! I definitely picked up few tips. Thank you. I have the Ronin #12. I wanted the #11. That sword handles pretty well. I have cheness oni yuri,Shinobi Gatana.
Hi Andy, other than blades uk mentioned in your film, do you have any other suggestion where I can purchase my first katana sword safely ? Many thanks, Kenny of Manchester.
And u haters out there,making those comments,just shows how inadequate u feel in your self. We should be picking each other up and supporting each other!!! This guy has more courage and strength,that most ppl will never have or understand.
Nice collection !! My collection is about 1/3 of what you have including the " toys " on the wall in the background. But I also have a few pair of sia . The swords you have and what I have are fairly close to same quality. I have some cheep stuff only good to look at but not use, up to the full function live steel you can play with. Great description on all of them. Good job !
Choosing the right steel is really important t10, L6 is the best bang for youre buck if.you want a functional battle ready sword 5-700$ folded and clay tempered and razor sharp
Unfortunately, folding doesn't benefit modern steels (common misconception) The sole purpose of folding was to remove impurities from the steel to make it much harder, now what with all our modern steel that has no impurities, you only end up removing the metal alloy from steels such as T10(tungsten) or L6(bainite) so they end up losing their unique steel alloy qualities. Furthermore, unnecessary folding also presents high risk for creating a large grain size in the metal as well as a risk for air pockets. Any of these will cause the blade to be brittle and low quality. If you see any modern steels that claim to be folded, stay away from them. Truekatana.com have a pricetag of 100+ dollars/euro/pounds for some serious quality blades. They are low price because they aren't traditionally japanese made, instead they are produced by american smiths. I can assure that the quality is just as high (if not, higher. due to modern metals etc.) as if they were made traditionally. Also with some unique and beautiful swords to boot. T10 is often regarded as the highest performance katana, While yes, they do hold among the keenest edges, you do need to treat them incredibly well with regular waxings and oil coatings because T10 is notoriously prone to corrosion. my top three are the 9260 and 5160 spring steels for superior resistance to bending, amazing shock absorption and ability to hold a keen edge, as well as higher resistance to corrosion that is only surpassed by two steels, stainless (which is pretty much useless as a practical katana) and my number 1 High Manganese steel. It's currently sweeping the market and gaining popularity among collectors. It has even better resistance to corrosion than spring steels, can hold just a razor sharp edge as any other steel, has ample resistance to bending, amazing resistance to shattering and the best part is that it's cheap. Also real L6 is super expensive, and rare to find a sword made out of it too. Sword creation using L6 is heavily HEAVILY regulated. plus it corrodes too
I agree with SHW, you will have to search for ones that you like. If it makes you feel better, I'm 66 years old and gotten a smart phone 3 years ago. I look for swords and some how I'm clear over on other sites or even more stranger...I end up on a site for women's dresses ! 😨 If you find a site that you like, write down the company's name and the sword. Then keep looking and you might come across the one you like at a cheaper price. Any sword videos you watch write down the site of the sword company etc. There are a lot of sword sites out there, don't settle unless you really like the sword. In a couple of months you will hate the sword if you settle for 2nd best choice. There also are some top quality swords out there for sale prices. I hope this helps.
Awesome thanks for the information. Can you recommend an exact katana to use but costs under $200usd? I have a WWII katana but I'd rather not use it. Thanks again. God bless
@@jimfiore4671 I'm not sure if you have a House of Knives in the USA, we have them all over in Western Canada, but I know some of them that carry Henwie ( hope I spelled that correctly ) I also know that Cold Steel has a great selection. check out their website and look up their katana tourture tests
I think weight is a very personal thing one sword won’t fit all. I can’t effectively use a sword that weighs 3lb , using one hand and I’m not big and strong anyway. It’s not straight forward regarding weight though as depends where the point of balance is, if a sword is more blade front heavy it will cut better but I still couldn’t effectively make cuts with it, also as I’ve said before manufacturers weights on web sites can be very inaccurate, I bought swords that state 2lb 3oz , weighed it and it’s been 2lb 9oz ! If you can try before you buy, if not read reviews on it and even then it’s pot luck how it feels when you actually get it. Or have one made, exactly to suit you. There are a few web sites that offer the service obviously Chinese but you can still get a good one made to your own spec cheaper than you would think. Google custom katanas and see what comes up 👍
@@andyclare03 , it's a shame that there are people out there that try to make themselves look skillful and intelligent by belittling those that already are skillful and intelligent. You have a nice collection of swords, mine isn't as nice. I loved it when you said that, "if you had an expensive sword, you wouldn't be taking it out and cutting with it. 😀 ( I wouldn't either ! ) I've joked overt the years that I have 33 different weapons that I collected over the years ( I'm now 66 years old ) and if some one breaks in, they will have to wait a minute. I have to figure out what weapon I will use 😀. I'm looking forward to your other videos. And your cutting through 4 water jugs with one of the hardest cuts, that's really impressive ! 👍
@@RaoulDuke333 I think it’s down to personal choice and only a real sword expert would be able to choose between the 2, traditional katana would have been made differentially hardened with the more forgiving flexibility of the spine with a harder edge, the through hardened in theory could break easier as there’s less scope for flexibility in the steel but I have a few swords with both designs and as I’m no expert and just do a bit of backyard cutting etc I’m not really fussy as they will all do what I want , which one would I choose for the battle field ? Not sure as they can all break and get damaged at the end of the day . 👍
@ Don’t know as here in the U.K. things have changed with curved blades etc with the silly laws so we can’t get hold of many brands nowdays such as the Ronin training ones , luckily I teach martial arts so I can own things that some others can’t legally but still there’s not much choice now over here so glad I bought my swords years back .
Single handed warrior - I can’t I’m afraid ☹️!! My right arm is totally paralysed from a motorcycle accident over 30 years ago . See my other videos , everything I do is single handed 😁👊
Mysterious There as always been a mystery surrounding the katana and they make beautiful display pieces even if you do not intend to cut with them 👍...
My single handed friend, nowadays a man can purchase 1095, clay tempered, folded Damascus (13 times= over 8,000 layers) for around $400 American dollars,....very affordable!,....good luck and God bless.
Watch out for anything that claims to be damascus. It usually just means pattern steel, which unfortunately has a practical quality well below standard. However it looks GORGEOUS as a katana.
@@someonenotfunny9823 agreed,...I’ve heard of delaminations in the folds of the steel, I believe the man making the sword is more important than the steel used,...but I’m not a wealthy man so I can’t spend $3,000 for the “amazing super-sword”, I don’t have a personal relationship with Hatori Hanzo,...or a rich uncle who would will me his 12th century Masamune blade,...but I have been tempted buy cos like “swords of north shire” and so on but for now I’ll just be happy with my hanwie practical,.....good luck to you and God bless.
@@andyclare03 sorry to hear, but you should not hide it, embrace it. Skills and swords are awesome, I too became one these internet trolls make fun of someone without knowing the actual facts. For that I apologize.
Truekatana.com have a pricetag of 100+ dollars/euro/pounds for some serious quality blades. They are low price because they aren't traditionally japanese made, instead they are produced by american smiths. I can assure that the quality is just as high (if not, higher. due to modern metals etc.) as if they were made traditionally. Also with some unique and beautiful swords to boot. Any Questions on what metal to get (it depends on what you want from your katana) then please feel free to ask! also not as cheap, but custom katana! then go to katanasforsale.com/product/custom-katana/
I was thinking of buying a carbon steel 40 inch katana off of eBay. It will probably just be used show off on display and maybe cut fruit or something. Does that sound right to you? I know it’s a bit weird of a question but you seem to know what you’re talking about. Love your channel man!
If it’s a wall hanger then matters little what it’s made of as long as visually it looks nice . Cutting wise , anything will cut soft fruits, I even use stainless swords for that sometimes but I wouldn’t try a pumpkin or even a pineapple with a ss blade if got your edge angles wrong it could shatter the blade.👍
Expat Trader 1060 is probably in my opinion the best all round sword steel to do pretty much everything but depends if the blade has been made well and has no flaws or weak points in that particular sword and you never know that , no one can untill it breaks that is 😁
If you are interested in a high quality katana for cheap. Then look no further than Truekatana.com The reason they are cheaper than normal is because they are made by american smiths using modern steels rather than japanese smiths using traditional steels. Don't worry though! the quality of the swords is just as high (if not, higher) than traditionally japanese swords. Plus they have some really unique and beautiful looking stuff too. if you are interested and want to know what metal you should get your sword, (it depends on what you want from your blade) then please feel free to ask!
I also have a few of those. Katanas are nice but to own an original 13th century medieval knights sword has always been my dream . Lottery win one day first 👍🤣
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder mate 😁. Fancy swords you usually pay for the fittings etc so the blade may be no better. Read reviews, Stick to a trusted brand or take pot luck elsewhere 👍
Kitty mia Only Over 18s can buy a sword or any knife in the uk. There are laws regarding the sale of curved blades under 50cm and a few other rediculous pointless stupid garbage rules on sales unless the sword “has been made and forged with traditional forging methods “. Most companies get round the law by advertising their swords as being traditionally made and forged and if that’s what they have to do to sell them then so be it but to answer your question basically yes you can go out with no licenses etc as long as over 18 and buy a sword 👍😁.
Hi im a first time buyer and im looking for a sword for home defense. should I buy "1045 Fully Handmade Quality Japanese Samurai Katana Sword Dragon tuba, full tang, sharp edge, and functional 230$" or should i buy " or should i buy "Lyuesword Japanese Full Tang Ninja Sword Battle Ready 1060 Carbon Steel Ninja Sword 160$"?
Home defense ? Lol. Depending on the size of the rooms in your house I would go with a shorter blade as you may have little room for swinging anything other than a kitchen knife in your home without destroying your doors and light fittings 🤣 Seriously though, just buy whatever takes your fancy from a trusted known manufacturer and let’s hope you never have to use it to defend your home 👍😁
Truekatana.com have a pricetag of 100+ dollars/euro/pounds for some serious quality blades. They are low price because they aren't traditionally japanese made, instead they are produced by american smiths. I can assure that the quality is just as high (if not, higher. due to modern metals etc.) as if they were made traditionally. Also with some unique and beautiful swords to boot. Any Questions on what metal to get (it depends on what you want from your katana) then please feel free to ask! also not as cheap, but custom katana! then go to katanasforsale.com/product/custom-katana/ also 1045 is the bare minimum for a katana, get anything else if you can
Hiya, do as I do , internet search , read reviews, watch reviews of swords on RUclips and don’t get conned into buying something costing hundreds that is no stronger or more functional than something half the price . Remember the old saying “All that sparkles is sometimes not gold “ 😁 a lot of manufacturers in any industry with any product for sale like to hype it up and stretch the truth a bit 👍🤣.
Truekatana.com have a pricetag of 100+ dollars/euro/pounds for some serious quality blades. They are low price because they aren't traditionally japanese made, instead they are produced by american smiths. I can assure that the quality is just as high (if not, higher. due to modern metals etc.) as if they were made traditionally. Also with some unique and beautiful swords to boot. Any Questions on what metal to get (it depends on what you want from your katana) then please feel free to ask! also not as cheap, but custom katana! then go to katanasforsale.com/product/custom-katana/
make sure you oil/wax it regularly or it will rust. If you are cutting wet targets or live in a wet/damp or even humid country, then you should take extra care to do this. It is the only downside to T10 Katana
I have a question im new and i want to buy a katana is it illegal to buy a katana in NY im not very good is measure and length and where should i buy it. I always wanted one.
Truekatana.com have a pricetag of 100+ dollars/euro/pounds for some serious quality blades. They are low price because they aren't traditionally japanese made, instead they are produced by american smiths. I can assure that the quality is just as high (if not, higher. due to modern metals etc.) as if they were made traditionally. Also with some unique and beautiful swords to boot. also its free delivery in the US! Any Questions on what metal to get (it depends on what you want from your katana) then please feel free to ask! also not as cheap, but custom katana! then go to katanasforsale.com/product/custom-katana/
I have antiques (oldest over 500 years and I don't use these of course) and modern martial arts Katana's (Higher end but had some lower end earlier - hunwai and stuff) on, as I was learning some Iaido and cutting) but had one commissioned from a registered Japanese smith (family goes back generations of sword making - and I also forge and was able to score some real tamahagane so one day I hope to make my own) but it cost me in british pounds about 9000! Im a Canuck from Canada so it was almost double that for me, but I did have horimono's engraved both sides and splurged on fittings and the polish, so it can be cheaper but year......you can get a decent one for around 1000-2000 cdn dollars but to be honest, some of the one's you spoke of highly are not all that good......just sayin...there are some upper end Hunwai that are ok, but eh.....
Plus, with a differential heat treatment there is no reason to go below 1085/1075 steel, tougher, better edge and holding capability and the heat treat leaves the spine still flexible....if properly heat treated not batch like the mass produced ones.....You will see that in the higher end one's or maybe even L6 or L6/O1 for damascus (pattern welded is the true name) as you can get bainite easier in the heat treatment with martensite edge.
You know your stuff then 👍 I would love an original katana to display. still any katana is a thin piece of metal and steel is steel and if abused enough all will break no mater how good or expensive it was 😁.
Absolutely, if well made and that’s the key thing being well made. 1095 will keep a good edge but remember though a lower carbon steel is more forgiving if you mess a cut up if your not experienced. 1095 can be a little brittle, if you look at the link in these comments you will see another video I did a few weeks ago where I’m cutting water bottles that’s with a 1095 sword . 👍
@@ronin2167 I ended up buying a 9260 spring steel katana no bo-hi with Niku with a full wrap of black Rayskin and brown Ito wrap, samurai theme fittings, rain pattern habaki with a dark natural wood and horn SAYA. From swords of northshire. Was very impressed but this is my first so have nothing to compare it to
Intergalactic Freakshow hiya, I live in the uk and we are very limited on brands of swords so I don’t get the chance to see and test many of the swords say the USA has access to, I did think on starting to import them myself as I’m a martial arts instructor and shouldn’t have too much problems getting the paperwork done etc but for now ronin and hanwei are the main ones I can buy over here along with lots of unknown and Chinese knock off cheap replicas. Thanks Andy .
If you are interested in a high quality katana for cheap. Then look no further than Truekatana.com The reason they are cheaper than normal is because they are made by american smiths using modern steels rather than japanese smiths using traditional steels. Don't worry though! the quality of the swords is just as high (if not, higher) than traditionally japanese swords. Plus they have some really unique and beautiful looking stuff too. if you are interested and want to know what metal you should get your sword, (it depends on what you want from your blade) then please feel free to ask!
Heh , I have a cold steel katana and a musashi snow flake that has a T10 steel blade and both are razor sharp and carry one when I go hunting the musashi is very very good for cutting up a deer my friends even catty one any time they go hunting as well you can even cut up fire wood with it , .
@@andyclare03 well not a thing it's just faster and easier than just standing there and trying to cut a bone in two , you can do it in one swipe that is if you're sword blade is made out of 1060 or higher , don't try this with one of those Lil stainless steel blade the can and will break on you,
Suckurmomma Don’t rush into parting with your cash until done your research on exactly what you want for your needs . Google will have everything you need to know 👍😁
TerrorFahrer Hiya, I’m not experienced in many brands as choice is very limited here in the uk but generally ronin, hanwei or cold steel all make truly functional quality stuff.
Truekatana.com have a pricetag of 100+ dollars/euro/pounds for some serious quality blades. They are low price because they aren't traditionally japanese made, instead they are produced by american smiths. I can assure that the quality is just as high (if not, higher. due to modern metals etc.) as if they were made traditionally. Also with some unique and beautiful swords to boot. Any Questions on what metal to get (it depends on what you want from your katana) then please feel free to ask! also not as cheap, but custom katana! then go to katanasforsale.com/product/custom-katana/
@@someonenotfunny9823 the question of the metal is pretty hard to explain cause i dont know how they work when they hit a stand or harder things than paper, at least i want something that is durable. i saw videos where people can cut wood or trees without having dents or something. only thing i know is springsteels wont break as fast as 1095 or something like that but im not sure its right or not. so at least something durable and good for cutting bamboo or targets like this maybe this question helps to answer thanks alot for the good infos btw :)
@@TerrorFahrer I would recommend either of the two spring steel variants 9260 or 5160. They offer extreme shock resistance and their blades difficult to dull, chip, crack or shatter. They also have considerably higher corrosion resistance than other steels, so you don’t really need to be waxing and oiling it like you should other swords. And another bonus, is it holds a great edge too. Then my favorite is Manganese steel. A katana made from this stuff will last. It’s even more corrosion resistant than the spring steels, and holds an even better edge than spring steels for longer. If you want a ridiculously durable sword that you don’t have to sharpen nearly as much as others, or don’t have to corrosion protect it at all, this is your steel. It’s also cheap too. As are the spring steels. T10 is an honorable mention as it does hold among the more durable and keenest of edges, but the terrible corrosion resistance makes it a quite bad choice for people living in damp conditions (Uk, and other places with a lot of annual rainfall) and also humid climates (Florida, southern and Central America, Southern Asia etc.) So if you still want this steel, you will have to devote plenty of your time to regularly oiling and waxing the blade for corrosion protection, especially after it has done any cutting (due to the protection rubbing off during practical use) Cutting wet targets is also a no-no for this metal. Hope I helped with your metal questions. Anymore questions? then let me know!
Charles Bunch Yep, my favourite all round steel, has a little bit of everything you need, strength, flexibility, edge holding etc , all the harder steels people brag about being superior is partly true but always a trade off with them being more brittle and likely more to break .
With over 39,000 views on this video and a mere 59 people who have gave me a thumbs down for it I must have done something right so thank you to all who have liked and understood some of the basic bits of information I was badly trying to say 👍😁😁.......
One thats reliable and won’t snap easy . Not stainless steel and preferably from a trusted manufacturer like ronin katana for example but there are plenty of others out there. Happy zombie killing 👍
Truekatana.com have a pricetag of 100+ dollars/euro/pounds for some serious quality blades. They are low price because they aren't traditionally japanese made, instead they are produced by american smiths. I can assure that the quality is just as high (if not, higher. due to modern metals etc.) as if they were made traditionally. Also with some unique and beautiful swords to boot. Any Questions on what metal to get (it depends on what you want from your katana) then please feel free to ask! also not as cheap, but custom katana! then go to katanasforsale.com/product/custom-katana/
No idea, t10 is a hard tool steel , Titanium is an extremely strong lightweight material even stronger than steel but not sure how it would hold up in a thin sword blade, if it would be able to flex enough no idea. Be a bloody expensive sword though 🤣🤣
wait wait wait. dont go titanium. This will break if you try to put it into a thin blade for practical use. it is however remarkably light and does not corrode.
This website is legit if u want to buy a good katana. www.americanbladespro.com/collections/budget-katana-samurai-swords-1/products/kutan-katana-samurai-sword
Truekatana.com have a pricetag of 100+ dollars/euro/pounds for some serious quality blades. They are low price because they aren't traditionally japanese made, instead they are produced by american smiths. I can assure that the quality is just as high (if not, higher. due to modern metals etc.) as if they were made traditionally. Also with some unique and beautiful swords to boot. Any Questions on what metal to get (it depends on what you want from your katana) then please feel free to ask! also not as cheap, but custom katana! then go to katanasforsale.com/product/custom-katana/
Thanks they are “ The traditional way blade up” on my displays in my home , theses were moved for the purpose of the video but as I don’t follow any particular sword art traditions I guess I can put them on how I want maybe 😁👍👍
Hiya, no idea in India sorry but try to do a web search what is legally available in your country to purchase, it may be a case of shipping a sword from abroad though . Thanks 👍
Truekatana.com have a pricetag of 100+ dollars/euro/pounds for some serious quality blades. They are low price because they aren't traditionally japanese made, instead they are produced by american smiths. I can assure that the quality is just as high (if not, higher. due to modern metals etc.) as if they were made traditionally. Also with some unique and beautiful swords to boot. Any Questions on what metal to get (it depends on what you want from your katana) then please feel free to ask! also not as cheap, but custom katana! then go to katanasforsale.com/product/custom-katana/
@@moneystewart5257 I like collecting them, they are not expensive branded swords but of a decent quality for £300 swords and made from 1095 and T10 high carbon steel, I have 5 now but trying to sell two. Theres not much difference between the 1095 and t10 blades.
Ashley J , it's all good it's actually my bad , I thought you wrote 31095 but I see it's actually Three 1095hc swords ,my eye totally missed the space between the 3 & 1 , thinking you had thirty-one thousand nintyfive swords. Ten Nintyfive is great blade steel.😎
Truekatana.com have a pricetag of 100+ dollars/euro/pounds for some serious quality blades. They are low price because they aren't traditionally japanese made, instead they are produced by american smiths. I can assure that the quality is just as high (if not, higher. due to modern metals etc.) as if they were made traditionally. Also with some unique and beautiful swords to boot. Any Questions on what metal to get (it depends on what you want from your katana) then please feel free to ask! also not as cheap, but custom katana! then go to katanasforsale.com/product/custom-katana/
Nice collection Correction Bohi (Bohee) Buy from experienced sword store and dojo to give you a better conditioned. If you are practicing traditional Japanese swordsmenship you have to lean Japanese terms! I hope j helped
Ah yes. The one-hand in the hoodie fighting style. That's how the Japanese fought of the mongols when they started their second invasion after the Tsunami destroyed the mongols main army in the first attempt years prior. They succeeded broadly and drove them back home. The second Tsunami that, again, destroyed the majority of their invasion force helped a bit too though.
none of those cutting forms are true iai? Plus you do sheath the sword, its part of the draw and cutting movement, yes it needs to be cleaned, but quit cutting fruit and water bottles....? Get some rolled bamboo mats or bamboo poles, they reflect a human body more, and won't leave residue on your blade??
No true forms in anything I do sorry wrong channel , I’m a fun kind of guy 😆,I do things for fun not to pretend to copy any historicity correct swordmanship techniques. 👍
He protec, he attac, but most importantly he keeps a hand on his sac.
yo 💀
but there's no hand
😂😂😂
His hand is sitting forever on the comfort of his sac.
I thought it was part of his martial arts discipline. Lol🤣
One hand on his Katana and the other on his short sword .I feel dirty after watching this .
@@bxscumbag5772 lol
He paralyzed his hand
He’s probably protecting his junk incase a sword falls and cuts it off
I 100% believe I just watched a man please himself to completion...
Yep, blew my load and its was great !!! lol.
i just thought maybe he was missing an arm.
Shut up and get a life don’t be so horrible he had 42x more subs than you
@@_g3b_769 thats not how math works
@@_g3b_769 I wouldn’t say too much if I were you.
I really laughed a good bunch with the first 5 comments being about the man's sack. XD
Good video as well.
Same😂😂😂👍
I couldnt be more inspired by anyone or anything than by you. Thank you so much my man
me as well !!!
Amen brother !!! The negative comments,just show how inadequate some ppl are. It’s sad. But this guy is a inspiration !!!
@@computron808 most definitely
Thanks everyone that means so much 👍
Make sure you see some of the other stuff I do 😁👊👊👊
@@andyclare03 fo sho
I really like this video. Very helpful. Also thank you for this video! Keep up the good work. Don’t give up on your RUclips channel. It takes precious time & lots of patience to grow. Cheers, mate!🍻💯
Thankyou 🙏
I feel bad that his arm is paralyzed and all but that is the most BADASS swordsman shii I’ve ever seen
Tussal Crane Thanks for that 👍😁
Thank you Sir, I've learned a lot about purchasing my first Katana. Hard to find true, informative information on RUclips anymore.👍
The Greatest One Handed Swordsman in all of Britain
Incredible Tact Natural Presentation
Greatwork
🤣 thanks
You got skills !!! I have a few years of training. But I’m humbled by your cutting skills !!! I definitely picked up few tips. Thank you. I have the Ronin #12. I wanted the #11. That sword handles pretty well. I have cheness oni yuri,Shinobi Gatana.
Poor chap must be terrible to not be able to use your other hand especially when your hobbies include katanas
Most katanas weigh in at less than 3lb and make excellent single handed weapons,...if disciplined, it shouldn’t slow him down much,..he’ll do ok.
If you read any Japanese history books on musashi he would use 2 katanas , and if you know how to you can do it to .
i like the info given from this video i mostly wipe my sword after every cut and reoil it after I'm done using it
Thanks . Yea, even if not expensive ones need to look after them 🙏
@@andyclare03 i agree it's needy steel
Great info in this video man, well done.
@@Rob_Fordd Thank you 🙏
Hi Andy, other than blades uk mentioned in your film, do you have any other suggestion where I can purchase my first katana sword safely ? Many thanks, Kenny of Manchester.
And u haters out there,making those comments,just shows how inadequate u feel in your self. We should be picking each other up and supporting each other!!! This guy has more courage and strength,that most ppl will never have or understand.
Many thanks 🙏 👊
Nice collection !! My collection is about 1/3 of what you have including the " toys " on the wall in the background. But I also have a few pair of sia . The swords you have and what I have are fairly close to same quality. I have some cheep stuff only good to look at but not use, up to the full function live steel you can play with.
Great description on all of them. Good job !
Thank you 😊
Choosing the right steel is really important t10, L6 is the best bang for youre buck if.you want a functional battle ready sword 5-700$ folded and clay tempered and razor sharp
Unfortunately, folding doesn't benefit modern steels (common misconception) The sole purpose of folding was to remove impurities from the steel to make it much harder, now what with all our modern steel that has no impurities, you only end up removing the metal alloy from steels such as T10(tungsten) or L6(bainite) so they end up losing their unique steel alloy qualities. Furthermore, unnecessary folding also presents high risk for creating a large grain size in the metal as well as a risk for air pockets.
Any of these will cause the blade to be brittle and low quality. If you see any modern steels that claim to be folded, stay away from them.
Truekatana.com have a pricetag of 100+ dollars/euro/pounds for some serious quality blades. They are low price because they aren't traditionally japanese made, instead they are produced by american smiths. I can assure that the quality is just as high (if not, higher. due to modern metals etc.) as if they were made traditionally. Also with some unique and beautiful swords to boot.
T10 is often regarded as the highest performance katana, While yes, they do hold among the keenest edges, you do need to treat them incredibly well with regular waxings and oil coatings because T10 is notoriously prone to corrosion.
my top three are the 9260 and 5160 spring steels for superior resistance to bending, amazing shock absorption and ability to hold a keen edge, as well as higher resistance to corrosion that is only surpassed by two steels, stainless (which is pretty much useless as a practical katana) and my number 1
High Manganese steel. It's currently sweeping the market and gaining popularity among collectors. It has even better resistance to corrosion than spring steels, can hold just a razor sharp edge as any other steel, has ample resistance to bending, amazing resistance to shattering and the best part is that it's cheap.
Also real L6 is super expensive, and rare to find a sword made out of it too. Sword creation using L6 is heavily HEAVILY regulated.
plus it corrodes too
@@someonenotfunny9823 I know but it is pleasing to look at if done correctly especially with a real authentic hamon..
@@slicksmokegaming9857 you can get a hamon on basically any non traditional blade, but yeah i know what you mean.
Y is ur hand in ur pocket
His right hand is on another sword and only pulls out when near the target
Motorcycle injury. He mentions it in another video.
paralised right arm in a accident, see some of my other videos. thanks.
Single Handed Warrior that's why you're called Single Handed Warrior. Smart move. Sorry about your arm
@@andyclare03 sorry to hear that mate
Now I know where I’ll be going in the apocalypse
Great setting for a review, good job buddy 👏
Want a cheap, nice looking one for it on my wall, please tell me suggestions
Do a web search and read reviews that’s what I do 👍
I agree with SHW, you will have to search for ones that you like. If it makes you feel better, I'm 66 years old and gotten a smart phone 3 years ago. I look for swords and some how I'm clear over on other sites or even more stranger...I end up on a site for women's dresses ! 😨
If you find a site that you like, write down the company's name and the sword. Then keep looking and you might come across the one you like
at a cheaper price. Any sword videos you watch write down the site of the sword company
etc. There are a lot of sword sites out there, don't settle unless you really like the sword. In a couple of months you will hate the sword if you settle for 2nd best choice. There also are some top quality swords out there for sale prices. I hope this helps.
Awesome thanks for the information. Can you recommend an exact katana to use but costs under $200usd? I have a WWII katana but I'd rather not use it. Thanks again.
God bless
Ronin RK 1045 series I bent the crap out of one when I screwed up a cut , put it in a vice , straightened it and it was good to go 😁.
@@andyclare03 ok awesome, thanks for all the information.
God bless
You can find some Henwie ( sp ? ) for under $200. Canadian, so I am sure you can find some in the USA
@@Drifter6942 cool. I'll check them out. Thanks
God bless
@@jimfiore4671 I'm not sure if you have a House of Knives in the USA, we have them all over in Western Canada, but I know some of them that carry Henwie ( hope I spelled that correctly )
I also know that Cold Steel has a great selection. check out their website and look up their katana tourture tests
The katana I hav dis kinda heavy for me and I’m 5ft should I get a smaller one ? Or do I just need to work out 🏋️♀️ so I can spin it properly
I think weight is a very personal thing one sword won’t fit all. I can’t effectively use a sword that weighs 3lb , using one hand and I’m not big and strong anyway. It’s not straight forward regarding weight though as depends where the point of balance is, if a sword is more blade front heavy it will cut better but I still couldn’t effectively make cuts with it, also as I’ve said before manufacturers weights on web sites can be very inaccurate, I bought swords that state 2lb 3oz , weighed it and it’s been 2lb 9oz !
If you can try before you buy, if not read reviews on it and even then it’s pot luck how it feels when you actually get it.
Or have one made, exactly to suit you. There are a few web sites that offer the service obviously Chinese but you can still get a good one made to your own spec cheaper than you would think. Google custom katanas and see what comes up 👍
@@andyclare03 thank you so much !!!!! 🖤 I will definitely look up some custom places
man you dont need to hide your arm we accept it
Pickle Juice lol thank you x
@@andyclare03 heh no need to thank me men i have a face full of pimples im just saying confidence will lead to succes good luck men
thank you Andy great video.
Thanks 🙏
Very interesting,
Full of knowledge that is never given on other videos.
I am very I'm pressed. 👍
Thanks. Remember though we can never keep everyone happy 👍😁💪
@@andyclare03 , it's a shame that there are people out there that try to make themselves look skillful and intelligent by belittling those that already are skillful and intelligent. You have a nice collection of swords, mine isn't as nice. I loved it when you said that, "if you had an expensive sword, you wouldn't be taking it out and cutting with it. 😀 ( I wouldn't either ! ) I've joked overt the years that I have 33 different weapons that I collected over the years ( I'm now 66 years old ) and if some one breaks in, they will have to wait a minute. I have to figure out what weapon I will use 😀. I'm looking forward to your other videos.
And your cutting through 4 water jugs with one of the hardest cuts, that's really impressive ! 👍
What are the plus and minus of differentialy hardened vs through hardened , thanks 😊 🙏
@@RaoulDuke333 I think it’s down to personal choice and only a real sword expert would be able to choose between the 2, traditional katana would have been made differentially hardened with the more forgiving flexibility of the spine with a harder edge, the through hardened in theory could break easier as there’s less scope for flexibility in the steel but I have a few swords with both designs and as I’m no expert and just do a bit of backyard cutting etc I’m not really fussy as they will all do what I want , which one would I choose for the battle field ? Not sure as they can all break and get damaged at the end of the day . 👍
Does seem through hardened are more expensive
@ Don’t know as here in the U.K. things have changed with curved blades etc with the silly laws so we can’t get hold of many brands nowdays such as the Ronin training ones , luckily I teach martial arts so I can own things that some others can’t legally but still there’s not much choice now over here so glad I bought my swords years back .
Ronin dojo pro model 14 is on my list , through hardened 1060
@ Dojo pros are solid good blades , watch some videos from Matthew jenson on RUclips doing destruction testing on them 😁
Why are you not holding these with both hands?
Single handed warrior - I can’t I’m afraid ☹️!!
My right arm is totally paralysed from a motorcycle accident over 30 years ago .
See my other videos , everything I do is single handed 😁👊
Great video, great collection! Katanas are the coolest.
Was thinking of getting one but if I feel as if it's useless, what do you use them for?
Mysterious There as always been a mystery surrounding the katana and they make beautiful display pieces even if you do not intend to cut with them 👍...
cutting water bottles
much respect too you sir !!!
Thank you 😊
Mans' is like olivanders but for swords
My single handed friend, nowadays a man can purchase 1095, clay tempered, folded Damascus (13 times= over 8,000 layers) for around $400 American dollars,....very affordable!,....good luck and God bless.
Watch out for anything that claims to be damascus. It usually just means pattern steel, which unfortunately has a practical quality well below standard. However it looks GORGEOUS as a katana.
@@someonenotfunny9823 agreed,...I’ve heard of delaminations in the folds of the steel, I believe the man making the sword is more important than the steel used,...but I’m not a wealthy man so I can’t spend $3,000 for the “amazing super-sword”, I don’t have a personal relationship with Hatori Hanzo,...or a rich uncle who would will me his 12th century Masamune blade,...but I have been tempted buy cos like “swords of north shire” and so on but for now I’ll just be happy with my hanwie practical,.....good luck to you and God bless.
Is just me or do you think did he have and accident to his right hand so that’s why the concealment
I’m afraid I am actually a real single handed warrior 😁
Totally paralysed my right arm in an accident 33 years ago .
@@andyclare03 sorry to hear, but you should not hide it, embrace it. Skills and swords are awesome, I too became one these internet trolls make fun of someone without knowing the actual facts. For that I apologize.
@@Danietog37 Thanks , no I don’t hide it it’s in my pocket as that’s the place it doesn’t flop about and end up sliced by my katanas 🤣🤣👍
If you buy your first Katana should it be a bit more reliable? And can we also Customize our Katana?
Truekatana.com have a pricetag of 100+ dollars/euro/pounds for some serious quality blades. They are low price because they aren't traditionally japanese made, instead they are produced by american smiths. I can assure that the quality is just as high (if not, higher. due to modern metals etc.) as if they were made traditionally. Also with some unique and beautiful swords to boot.
Any Questions on what metal to get (it depends on what you want from your katana)
then please feel free to ask!
also not as cheap, but custom katana! then go to katanasforsale.com/product/custom-katana/
I was thinking of buying a carbon steel 40 inch katana off of eBay. It will probably just be used show off on display and maybe cut fruit or something. Does that sound right to you? I know it’s a bit weird of a question but you seem to know what you’re talking about. Love your channel man!
If it’s a wall hanger then matters little what it’s made of as long as visually it looks nice . Cutting wise , anything will cut soft fruits, I even use stainless swords for that sometimes but I wouldn’t try a pumpkin or even a pineapple with a ss blade if got your edge angles wrong it could shatter the blade.👍
Would a medium carbon steel sword be good?
Fred Stead see Matthew jensens destruction test review of the Ronin entry 1045 I have 3 and they are amazing for the money.
Is 1060 better then 1045?
Expat Trader 1060 is probably in my opinion the best all round sword steel to do pretty much everything but depends if the blade has been made well and has no flaws or weak points in that particular sword and you never know that , no one can untill it breaks that is 😁
While the other hand plays pocket pool.
why does he keep a hand down his pants?
🤣 Not playing with my tackle honestly!!!
My right arm is totally paralysed mate .
See some of my other videos 👍….
What's your right hand doing, mate?
Paralysed from the shoulder down from a motorcycle accident 33 years ago.
Doesn’t stop a true warrior though 👍🥋💪😁
@@andyclare03 I see! It just looked at little weird is all. No disrespect!
@@magnusjohansson295 no worries mate 👍😁
Hey buddy do u have any links for some wall katanas that are pretty cheap? Thanks for the video
www.blades-uk.com/
Here in the Uk though, they have some decent cheap swords 👍
If I wanted to buy one to cut stuff where would u recommend
henry Fottrell Depends where you live .Do a google search mate and don’t buy anything that you don’t know what steel has been used 👍.
If you are interested in a high quality katana for cheap. Then look no further than Truekatana.com
The reason they are cheaper than normal is because they are made by american smiths using modern steels rather than japanese smiths using traditional steels.
Don't worry though! the quality of the swords is just as high (if not, higher) than traditionally japanese swords. Plus they have some really unique and beautiful looking stuff too.
if you are interested and want to know what metal you should get your sword, (it depends on what you want from your blade)
then please feel free to ask!
Where are the weeds watching?
Informative video my guy, thanks much
Im here thinking about getting one
A longsword or a simitar is better
I also have a few of those. Katanas are nice but to own an original 13th century medieval knights sword has always been my dream . Lottery win one day first 👍🤣
I thought Katana you only buy one if they before 1950 ?
1803 sir
Im looking for a self-defence katana that can cut and look awsome
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder mate 😁. Fancy swords you usually pay for the fittings etc so the blade may be no better.
Read reviews, Stick to a trusted brand or take pot luck elsewhere 👍
What are the laws beh8nd owning or purchising some of these ? Uk
Kitty mia Only Over 18s can buy a sword or any knife in the uk. There are laws regarding the sale of curved blades under 50cm and a few other rediculous pointless stupid garbage rules on sales unless the sword “has been made and forged with traditional forging methods “. Most companies get round the law by advertising their swords as being traditionally made and forged and if that’s what they have to do to sell them then so be it but to answer your question basically yes you can go out with no licenses etc as long as over 18 and buy a sword 👍😁.
Hi im a first time buyer and im looking for a sword for home defense. should I buy "1045 Fully Handmade Quality Japanese Samurai Katana Sword
Dragon tuba, full tang, sharp edge, and functional 230$" or should i buy " or should i buy "Lyuesword Japanese Full Tang Ninja Sword Battle Ready 1060 Carbon Steel Ninja Sword 160$"?
Home defense ? Lol. Depending on the size of the rooms in your house I would go with a shorter blade as you may have little room for swinging anything other than a kitchen knife in your home without destroying your doors and light fittings 🤣
Seriously though, just buy whatever takes your fancy from a trusted known manufacturer and let’s hope you never have to use it to defend your home 👍😁
@@andyclare03 ok. But are those 2 swords sharp and strong enough to not easily break?
Do more research and maybe Go with the 1060 👍
Truekatana.com have a pricetag of 100+ dollars/euro/pounds for some serious quality blades. They are low price because they aren't traditionally japanese made, instead they are produced by american smiths. I can assure that the quality is just as high (if not, higher. due to modern metals etc.) as if they were made traditionally. Also with some unique and beautiful swords to boot.
Any Questions on what metal to get (it depends on what you want from your katana)
then please feel free to ask!
also not as cheap, but custom katana! then go to katanasforsale.com/product/custom-katana/
also 1045 is the bare minimum for a katana, get anything else if you can
Can you recommend any good websites to buy them at?
Hiya, do as I do , internet search , read reviews, watch reviews of swords on RUclips and don’t get conned into buying something costing hundreds that is no stronger or more functional than something half the price . Remember the old saying “All that sparkles is sometimes not gold “ 😁 a lot of manufacturers in any industry with any product for sale like to hype it up and stretch the truth a bit 👍🤣.
Truekatana.com have a pricetag of 100+ dollars/euro/pounds for some serious quality blades. They are low price because they aren't traditionally japanese made, instead they are produced by american smiths. I can assure that the quality is just as high (if not, higher. due to modern metals etc.) as if they were made traditionally. Also with some unique and beautiful swords to boot.
Any Questions on what metal to get (it depends on what you want from your katana)
then please feel free to ask!
also not as cheap, but custom katana! then go to katanasforsale.com/product/custom-katana/
Where did you buy the one with the white dragon head?
Aka the first one
Over here in the uk. Just stainless steel and a very cheap bad copy of the highlander sword.
I got a T10 hardened steel and it’s hand forged and tempred do you think it’s durable I hope so I spent 250$
It’s durable till it breaks 🤣
Sounds good, just be cautious with it and don’t try cutting anything with it it’s not been designed for 👍😁
@@andyclare03 thanks !!!😂
make sure you oil/wax it regularly or it will rust. If you are cutting wet targets or live in a wet/damp or even humid country, then you should take extra care to do this.
It is the only downside to T10 Katana
@@someonenotfunny9823 I do thanks a lot it’s been amazing I put new oil every two days but not too much so I don’t ruin my scabard
I have a question im new and i want to buy a katana is it illegal to buy a katana in NY im not very good is measure and length and where should i buy it. I always wanted one.
Broken Drifter sorry no idea I’m in the uk , google search for the laws to buy a sword in your state. Good luck 👍.
Truekatana.com have a pricetag of 100+ dollars/euro/pounds for some serious quality blades. They are low price because they aren't traditionally japanese made, instead they are produced by american smiths. I can assure that the quality is just as high (if not, higher. due to modern metals etc.) as if they were made traditionally. Also with some unique and beautiful swords to boot. also its free delivery in the US!
Any Questions on what metal to get (it depends on what you want from your katana)
then please feel free to ask!
also not as cheap, but custom katana! then go to katanasforsale.com/product/custom-katana/
I have antiques (oldest over 500 years and I don't use these of course) and modern martial arts Katana's (Higher end but had some lower end earlier - hunwai and stuff) on, as I was learning some Iaido and cutting) but had one commissioned from a registered Japanese smith (family goes back generations of sword making - and I also forge and was able to score some real tamahagane so one day I hope to make my own) but it cost me in british pounds about 9000! Im a Canuck from Canada so it was almost double that for me, but I did have horimono's engraved both sides and splurged on fittings and the polish, so it can be cheaper but year......you can get a decent one for around 1000-2000 cdn dollars but to be honest, some of the one's you spoke of highly are not all that good......just sayin...there are some upper end Hunwai that are ok, but eh.....
Plus, with a differential heat treatment there is no reason to go below 1085/1075 steel, tougher, better edge and holding capability and the heat treat leaves the spine still flexible....if properly heat treated not batch like the mass produced ones.....You will see that in the higher end one's or maybe even L6 or L6/O1 for damascus (pattern welded is the true name) as you can get bainite easier in the heat treatment with martensite edge.
You know your stuff then 👍 I would love an original katana to display. still any katana is a thin piece of metal and steel is steel and if abused enough all will break no mater how good or expensive it was 😁.
Is a high carbon steel good?
Yes it is. The best ones are 1060 and 1090 Carbon Steel.
I’m looking to buy my first katana, Is 1095 clay tempered any good for heavy cutting ?
Absolutely, if well made and that’s the key thing being well made. 1095 will keep a good edge but remember though a lower carbon steel is more forgiving if you mess a cut up if your not experienced. 1095 can be a little brittle, if you look at the link in these comments you will see another video I did a few weeks ago where I’m cutting water bottles that’s with a 1095 sword . 👍
@@andyclare03 sorry only just seen this reply. thanks for the help I’m going to have a look at the video now
Custom or mass produced?
@@ronin2167 I ended up buying a 9260 spring steel katana no bo-hi with Niku with a full wrap of black Rayskin and brown Ito wrap, samurai theme fittings, rain pattern habaki with a dark natural wood and horn SAYA. From swords of northshire. Was very impressed but this is my first so have nothing to compare it to
Could you update with what brands and or swords you are sharing?
Intergalactic Freakshow hiya, I live in the uk and we are very limited on brands of swords so I don’t get the chance to see and test many of the swords say the USA has access to, I did think on starting to import them myself as I’m a martial arts instructor and shouldn’t have too much problems getting the paperwork done etc but for now ronin and hanwei are the main ones I can buy over here along with lots of unknown and Chinese knock off cheap replicas. Thanks Andy .
If you are interested in a high quality katana for cheap. Then look no further than Truekatana.com
The reason they are cheaper than normal is because they are made by american smiths using modern steels rather than japanese smiths using traditional steels.
Don't worry though! the quality of the swords is just as high (if not, higher) than traditionally japanese swords. Plus they have some really unique and beautiful looking stuff too.
if you are interested and want to know what metal you should get your sword, (it depends on what you want from your blade)
then please feel free to ask!
Heh , I have a cold steel katana and a musashi snow flake that has a T10 steel blade and both are razor sharp and carry one when I go hunting the musashi is very very good for cutting up a deer my friends even catty one any time they go hunting as well you can even cut up fire wood with it , .
Holly shit what’s wrong with a normal deer skinning knife 🤣🤣🤣🤣👍
@@andyclare03 well not a thing it's just faster and easier than just standing there and trying to cut a bone in two , you can do it in one swipe that is if you're sword blade is made out of 1060 or higher , don't try this with one of those Lil stainless steel blade the can and will break on you,
I don’t know anything about swords but I want to get one , any advice?
Suckurmomma Don’t rush into parting with your cash until done your research on exactly what you want for your needs . Google will have everything you need to know 👍😁
Single Handed Warrior thanks a lot
Can use a war hammer and buy one in uk ? 😅😂
is there a good katana for cutting stuff for fun without beeing cheap and loose parts ? :/ and what are good brands for getting a sword?
TerrorFahrer Hiya, I’m not experienced in many brands as choice is very limited here in the uk but generally ronin, hanwei or cold steel all make truly functional quality stuff.
@@andyclare03 ok ill take a look around than its hard to find good one i dont know
thank you :)
Truekatana.com have a pricetag of 100+ dollars/euro/pounds for some serious quality blades. They are low price because they aren't traditionally japanese made, instead they are produced by american smiths. I can assure that the quality is just as high (if not, higher. due to modern metals etc.) as if they were made traditionally. Also with some unique and beautiful swords to boot.
Any Questions on what metal to get (it depends on what you want from your katana)
then please feel free to ask!
also not as cheap, but custom katana! then go to katanasforsale.com/product/custom-katana/
@@someonenotfunny9823 the question of the metal is pretty hard to explain cause i dont know how they work when they hit a stand or harder things than paper, at least i want something that is durable. i saw videos where people can cut wood or trees without having dents or something. only thing i know is springsteels wont break as fast as 1095 or something like that but im not sure its right or not. so at least something durable and good for cutting bamboo or targets like this
maybe this question helps to answer thanks alot for the good infos btw :)
@@TerrorFahrer
I would recommend either of the two spring steel variants 9260 or 5160. They offer extreme shock resistance and their blades difficult to dull, chip, crack or shatter. They also have considerably higher corrosion resistance than other steels, so you don’t really need to be waxing and oiling it like you should other swords. And another bonus, is it holds a great edge too.
Then my favorite is Manganese steel. A katana made from this stuff will last. It’s even more corrosion resistant than the spring steels, and holds an even better edge than spring steels for longer. If you want a ridiculously durable sword that you don’t have to sharpen nearly as much as others, or don’t have to corrosion protect it at all, this is your steel.
It’s also cheap too. As are the spring steels.
T10 is an honorable mention as it does hold among the more durable and keenest of edges, but the terrible corrosion resistance makes it a quite bad choice for people living in damp conditions (Uk, and other places with a lot of annual rainfall) and also humid climates (Florida, southern and Central America, Southern Asia etc.) So if you still want this steel, you will have to devote plenty of your time to regularly oiling and waxing the blade for corrosion protection, especially after it has done any cutting (due to the protection rubbing off during practical use)
Cutting wet targets is also a no-no for this metal.
Hope I helped with your metal questions. Anymore questions? then let me know!
Hi I really need your help can you please tell me where can I buy a sharp sword
zoro uchiha depends where you live ? Do an internet search .
Good info, thanks
Great video! Thanks buddy
Is 1060 steel okay for cutting
Charles Bunch Yep, my favourite all round steel, has a little bit of everything you need, strength, flexibility, edge holding etc , all the harder steels people brag about being superior is partly true but always a trade off with them being more brittle and likely more to break .
@@andyclare03 if you have good enough Blade alinement that wouldn't matter
With over 39,000 views on this video and a mere 59 people who have gave me a thumbs down for it I must have done something right so thank you to all who have liked and understood some of the basic bits of information I was badly trying to say 👍😁😁.......
If i wanted a katana to kill zombies with, wich katana do i have to buy :)
One thats reliable and won’t snap easy .
Not stainless steel and preferably from a trusted manufacturer like ronin katana for example but there are plenty of others out there. Happy zombie killing 👍
Single Handed Warrior so by example if i buy from a trusted manufacturer, a katana around € 200 that would be great?
Truekatana.com have a pricetag of 100+ dollars/euro/pounds for some serious quality blades. They are low price because they aren't traditionally japanese made, instead they are produced by american smiths. I can assure that the quality is just as high (if not, higher. due to modern metals etc.) as if they were made traditionally. Also with some unique and beautiful swords to boot.
Any Questions on what metal to get (it depends on what you want from your katana)
then please feel free to ask!
also not as cheap, but custom katana! then go to katanasforsale.com/product/custom-katana/
YES U ARE 😅....lol ur opinion has over 10000 hours attached to it probably lol awesome video bro...LOVE IT
Thank you 😊 xxxxx
lol i checked the comments to see if everyone noticed his pocket pool. Yup everyone sees it.
His right hand gets cut before time i think .
what about t10 titaniam
No idea, t10 is a hard tool steel , Titanium is an extremely strong lightweight material even stronger than steel but not sure how it would hold up in a thin sword blade, if it would be able to flex enough no idea. Be a bloody expensive sword though 🤣🤣
wait wait wait.
dont go titanium. This will break if you try to put it into a thin blade for practical use.
it is however remarkably light and does not corrode.
What is a legit US website to order one from that I can actually use to chop stuff with not fall apart like some of the pos stuff that’s out there?
Deathstroke 0331 don’t know I’m in the uk sorry. Just make sure it’s a carbon steel blade 👍
This website is legit if u want to buy a good katana.
www.americanbladespro.com/collections/budget-katana-samurai-swords-1/products/kutan-katana-samurai-sword
Etsy.com has several forges selling top quality blades.
Truekatana.com have a pricetag of 100+ dollars/euro/pounds for some serious quality blades. They are low price because they aren't traditionally japanese made, instead they are produced by american smiths. I can assure that the quality is just as high (if not, higher. due to modern metals etc.) as if they were made traditionally. Also with some unique and beautiful swords to boot.
Any Questions on what metal to get (it depends on what you want from your katana)
then please feel free to ask!
also not as cheap, but custom katana! then go to katanasforsale.com/product/custom-katana/
Where do u but them from?
Internet . Google search for mail order shops 👍
@@andyclare03 thanks and your name goes perfect with the vid🤣i thought hu had your arm cut off or something untill i read your name
@@fw_slimez6377 Thanks 😊 👍
Lets be respectful now !
Some of the crude comments are disrespectful and not needed.
Katanas should be blade up on the stands traditionally
Thanks they are “ The traditional way blade up” on my displays in my home , theses were moved for the purpose of the video but as I don’t follow any particular sword art traditions I guess I can put them on how I want maybe 😁👍👍
Fair enough I feel ya! Great video!
Sir I am from India can I buy this plz tell me sir
Hiya, no idea in India sorry but try to do a web search what is legally available in your country to purchase, it may be a case of shipping a sword from abroad though . Thanks 👍
Truekatana.com have a pricetag of 100+ dollars/euro/pounds for some serious quality blades. They are low price because they aren't traditionally japanese made, instead they are produced by american smiths. I can assure that the quality is just as high (if not, higher. due to modern metals etc.) as if they were made traditionally. Also with some unique and beautiful swords to boot.
Any Questions on what metal to get (it depends on what you want from your katana)
then please feel free to ask!
also not as cheap, but custom katana! then go to katanasforsale.com/product/custom-katana/
Hello mr. Weasley, didn't know you had an interest in muggles katanas :D
testing
Very good video! Im from the UK and have 3 1095 swords I got from Ebay, probably wont do any cutting but if I do I will listen to your advice. Thanks
How come you got so many swords and what brand is you favorite and what steel is your favorite blade steel for your swords. If you have any favorites.
@@moneystewart5257 I like collecting them, they are not expensive branded swords but of a decent quality for £300 swords and made from 1095 and T10 high carbon steel, I have 5 now but trying to sell two. Theres not much difference between the 1095 and t10 blades.
@@moneystewart5257 RONIN. Best value for money real usable trustworthy swords, 1060 is just the best basic reliable steel when made correctly.
@@SneakyGenius I think T10 is actually the same thing, 1095, just that people call it different for marketing reasons to get your cash.
Ashley J , it's all good it's actually my bad , I thought you wrote 31095 but I see it's actually Three 1095hc swords ,my eye totally missed the space between the 3 & 1 , thinking you had thirty-one thousand nintyfive swords. Ten Nintyfive is great blade steel.😎
The blade faces up bro...mad disrespect to display a sword with the blade down.
I’m well aware of that thanks and there’s no disrespect anywhere as I do not in any way follow any traditional sword arts 👍.
I was very uncomfortable for where that right hand was but then I read the chanell name........
TheGameShow Not purposely touching my nob honestly 👍🤣
i thought he said cooking but he was saying cutting all along
What do you mean I always cut my carrots with a katana
Where do I buy a samurai sword ?
Eli depends where you live , do a web search 👍
Truekatana.com have a pricetag of 100+ dollars/euro/pounds for some serious quality blades. They are low price because they aren't traditionally japanese made, instead they are produced by american smiths. I can assure that the quality is just as high (if not, higher. due to modern metals etc.) as if they were made traditionally. Also with some unique and beautiful swords to boot.
Any Questions on what metal to get (it depends on what you want from your katana)
then please feel free to ask!
also not as cheap, but custom katana! then go to katanasforsale.com/product/custom-katana/
the hell is wrong with his other hand?
VONSHEY Paralysed in a bike accident 33 years ago .
@@andyclare03 I thought maybe you were a bit cold and just wanted to keep your hand warm lmao good video though it's helped me a lot
Nice collection
Correction Bohi (Bohee)
Buy from experienced sword store and dojo to give you a better conditioned.
If you are practicing traditional Japanese swordsmenship you have to lean Japanese terms!
I hope j helped
And all the parts of a sword. Yep, I had to learn them.
He is obviously a black belt in Onanism. Lol
I am a katana self-proclaimed expert (cringe aside) Replicas are fine if not better in certain cases
I am The only one with a 80cm katana?
It’s not the size of your weapon that counts it’s the way you use it 😜😜
Guy looks like Jigsaw younger red-haired and more attractive
Omg- I cant unsee it now
Ah yes. The one-hand in the hoodie fighting style. That's how the Japanese fought of the mongols when they started their second invasion after the Tsunami destroyed the mongols main army in the first attempt years prior. They succeeded broadly and drove them back home. The second Tsunami that, again, destroyed the majority of their invasion force helped a bit too though.
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none of those cutting forms are true iai? Plus you do sheath the sword, its part of the draw and cutting movement, yes it needs to be cleaned, but quit cutting fruit and water bottles....? Get some rolled bamboo mats or bamboo poles, they reflect a human body more, and won't leave residue on your blade??
No true forms in anything I do sorry wrong channel , I’m a fun kind of guy 😆,I do things for fun not to pretend to copy any historicity correct swordmanship techniques. 👍
I think you should stop playing with swords mate , lol
ruclips.net/video/94CFKo_fWeA/видео.html
More cutting info
Sorry your Right hand distraction, is such a toxic meme.
The fact the he keeps his other hand in his pocket somehow makes him cooler than if he didn’t.
I wish I didn’t have to but thank you anyway 🤣👍
I use duel blade lol
You know the material, you know what it is, but you don't know the origin tradition, you show no respect to it such a bad manner.
1am Zen I don’t follow any traditions sorry but it’s 2020 now 👍😁.
1am Zen Shut the hell up you weaboo he made a video about swords he likes, just watch and enjoy
No thanks... thumbs down
Stfu
U kinda look like Donald trump
Cheers for that LOL
？WTF
What’s WTF stand for? WOW THATS FANTASTIC I hope 😜
Got a feeling not though 🤣🤣