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Cold Steel Sword - Dragonfly Katana (88DK) |
Points: 25
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Cold Steel Dragonfly Katana
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 construction.
Most swords offered today are interpretive copies of antiquities from feudal Japan. They were made for warrior`s of small stature who seldom rose above five and a half feet. As skillfully designed as these swords are, they may not be perfectly suited for the twenty first century warrior, who benefited from contemporary advances in childhood nutrition and healthcare and grew up to be a substantially taller, stronger, and more athletic version of his historical counterpart.
As a way of compensating for this size disparity, Cold Steel has created the Dragonfly Series. These swords feature thicker, wider and heavier blades, which mirror our Imperial Series in respect to heat treatment, polish, quality of furnishings, and attention to detail, but with a few new departures.
Most noticeable are the distinctive teal-green silk cord-wrap and black samé (ray skin) used on the handles and the black iron furniture that bears the dragonfly motif. Also, the polished blades are more strongly curved than our Imperial blades and terminate in a long iris leaf point for maximum cutting and slashing potential. Additionally, these swords come with two protective bags. There is a blue travel bag and an intricately decorative display bag that`s made from the finest heavy silk metallic brocade.
Steel: 1060 High Carbon
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Cold Steel Sword - Dragonfly Wakizashi (88DW) |
Points: 23
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Cold Steel Dragonfly Wakizashi
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 construction.
Most swords offered today are interpretive copies of antiquities from feudal Japan. They were made for warrior`s of small stature who seldom rose above five and a half feet. As skillfully designed as these swords are, they may not be perfectly suited for the twenty first century warrior, who benefited from contemporary advances in childhood nutrition and healthcare and grew up to be a substantially taller, stronger, and more athletic version of his historical counterpart.
As a way of compensating for this size disparity, Cold Steel has created the Dragonfly Series. These swords feature thicker, wider and heavier blades, which mirror our Imperial Series in respect to heat treatment, polish, quality of furnishings, and attention to detail, but with a few new departures.
Most noticeable are the distinctive teal-green silk cord-wrap and black samé (ray skin) used on the handles and the black iron furniture that bears the dragonfly motif. Also, the polished blades are more strongly curved than our Imperial blades and terminate in a long iris leaf point for maximum cutting and slashing potential. Additionally, these swords come with two protective bags. There is a blue travel bag and an intricately decorative display bag that`s made from the finest heavy silk metallic brocade.
Steel: 1060 High Carbon
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Cold Steel Sword - Warrior Chisa Katana (88BCK) |
Points: 20
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Handle: 11 1/2" Samé (Ray Skin). black braid cord with brass Menuki
Steel: 1055 High Carbon
Sheath: Black Lacquered Wood w/blue violet cover bag
The Japanese swords of the Imperial Series have proven, since their initial introduction almost two years ago, to be quite popular with many of our customers. Still, we are aware that there are some people who want a battle ready sword but hope to find one at a more affordable price. Our new Warrior Series addresses this problem directly. In our efforts to reduce the costliness of the blades, we have omitted the expensive mirror polishing that we used on the Imperial swords to create a new series of Japanese swords with a more practical finish. The Warrior Series swords are very handsome in their own right and share the same steel, heat treatment, and sharpness as their more expensive Imperial counterparts. Like the Imperial swords, they have Samé covered, cord wrapped handles and quality fittings.
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Cold Steel Sword - Warrior Katana (88BKW) |
Points: 15
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Handle: 11 3/8" Samé (Ray Skin). black braid cord with brass Menuki
Steel: 1055 High Carbon
Sheath: Black Lacquered Wood Scabbard
The Japanese swords of the Imperial Series have proven, since their initial introduction almost two years ago, to be quite popular with many of our customers. Still, we are aware that there are some people who want a battle ready sword but hope to find one at a more affordable price. Our new Warrior Series addresses this problem directly. In our efforts to reduce the costliness of the blades, we have omitted the expensive mirror polishing that we used on the Imperial swords to create a new series of Japanese swords with a more practical finish. The Warrior Series swords are very handsome in their own right and share the same steel, heat treatment, and sharpness as their more expensive Imperial counterparts. Like the Imperial swords, they have Samé covered, cord wrapped handles and quality fittings.
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Cold Steel Sword - Warrior Wakizashi (88BWW) |
Points: 19
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Handle: 6 1/2" Samé (Ray Skin). black braid cord with brass Menuki
Steel: 1055 High Carbon
Sheath: Black Lacquered Wood Scabbard
The Japanese swords of the Imperial Series have proven, since their initial introduction almost two years ago, to be quite popular with many of our customers. Still, we are aware that there are some people who want a battle ready sword but hope to find one at a more affordable price. Our new Warrior Series addresses this problem directly. In our efforts to reduce the costliness of the blades, we have omitted the expensive mirror polishing that we used on the Imperial swords to create a new series of Japanese swords with a more practical finish. The Warrior Series swords are very handsome in their own right and share the same steel, heat treatment, and sharpness as their more expensive Imperial counterparts. Like the Imperial swords, they have Samé covered, cord wrapped handles and quality fittings.
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Cold Steel Sword - Warrior O Katana (88BOK) |
Points: 25
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Handle: 13" Samé (Ray Skin). black braid cord with brass Menuki
Steel: 1055 High Carbon
Sheath: Black Lacquered Wood w/blue violet cover bag
The Japanese swords of the Imperial Series have proven, since their initial introduction almost two years ago, to be quite popular with many of our customers. Still, we are aware that there are some people who want a battle ready sword but hope to find one at a more affordable price. Our new Warrior Series addresses this problem directly. In our efforts to reduce the costliness of the blades, we have omitted the expensive mirror polishing that we used on the Imperial swords to create a new series of Japanese swords with a more practical finish. The Warrior Series swords are very handsome in their own right and share the same steel, heat treatment, and sharpness as their more expensive Imperial counterparts. Like the Imperial swords, they have Samé covered, cord wrapped handles and quality fittings.
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Cold Steel Warrior O Tanto (88BT) |
Points: 14
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Handle: 6" Samé (Ray Skin). black braid cord with brass Menuki
Steel: 1055 High Carbon
Sheath: Black Lacquered Wood Scabbard
The Japanese swords of the Imperial Series have proven, since their initial introduction almost two years ago, to be quite popular with many of our customers. Still, we are aware that there are some people who want a battle ready sword but hope to find one at a more affordable price. Our new Warrior Series addresses this problem directly. In our efforts to reduce the costliness of the blades, we have omitted the expensive mirror polishing that we used on the Imperial swords to create a new series of Japanese swords with a more practical finish. The Warrior Series swords are very handsome in their own right and share the same steel, heat treatment, and sharpness as their more expensive Imperial counterparts. Like the Imperial swords, they have Samé covered, cord wrapped handles and quality fittings.
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Honshu Midnight Forge Broadsword And Scabbard (UC3265B) |
Points: 10
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The Honshu Midnight Forge Broadsword is part of the exclusive Honshu Special Edition series, taking the popular sword to a new level of modern tactical design and perfect blade‑to‑hilt balance. It features a black 1060 high carbon steel blade, razor‑sharp with a partial blood groove leading up to the hefty traditional guard.
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Honshu Historic Forge Oakeshott Type XVa Longsword (UC3677) |
Points: 10
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Discover the power and craftsmanship of the Honshu Historic Forge Oakeshott Type XVa Longsword – a true breakthrough in the world of medieval swords. This impressive longsword offers remarkable versatility, serving both as a stunning collectible and as a fully functional training or display weapon.
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Joinville Sword Windlass (501694s) |
Points: 12
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The whole style of Joinville Sword is quite lovely, with elegant, simple lines that emphasize its deadliness. The sword has marvelous balance. The handle is polished hardwood with 2 brass ferrules.
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Windlass Russian Shasqua |
Points: 12
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Known originally as a Cossack cavalry weapon, this Russian Shasqua was later adopted as the official officer’s sword of the Soviet Union. The single‐edged, moderately curved blade is forged from tempered high‐carbon steel for strength.
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American Revolution Saber Windlass (500872s) |
Points: 12
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The handmade hilt of this American saber reflects their admiration of the 1700’s French style. This well-balanced, fast sword was designed for the mounted fighter. Solid steel hilt with spiral pattern carved hardwood grip is married to an effective 1085 high carbon, well tempered blade.
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Historical Excalibur Sword Windlass (500798s) |
Points: 10
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This sword is of a type that was widely in use during this period and would be what a hard fitting warrior would prefer. Nicely balanced, well tempered high carbon steel sharp blade offset with antiqued brass parts.
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Honshu Viking Sword (UC3621) |
Points: 10
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Elevate your collection with the Honshu Viking Sword: a masterpiece crafted from polished 1060 high carbon steel. Featuring intricate Viking-inspired details, a secure textured grip, and a matching wooden scabbard. Perfect for collectors and enthusiasts.
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Honshu Historic Forge Viking Sword (UC3633) |
Points: 10
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Honshu Historic Forge Viking Sword – a powerful Norse sword with 1080 carbon steel blade, brass pommel, leather grip, and wooden scabbard. Strength and agility combined.
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Tags: martial arts, katana, iaito, sword, fencing, tonfa, boken, bokken, kama, shinai, samuraj, judo, karate, kenjutsu, kenjitsu, ninja, kungfu,
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