Japan is known as the Land of The Swords and Japanese were the people who are skillful craftsman and swordsmen who now the art of perfection. The art of Sword making was the work of the mountain monks and this was later passed on t the blacksmiths of Japan and they carried it on for generations to generations. Making swords in ancient Japan was a very sacred work as the priest had to wear their divinely robes and would cleanse themselves by sprinkling the holy water and prayed to God for their success in their task of making these word . These people didn’t work alone and many people helped them in making swords.

After making the sword there are other people who are skilled in the craft of sharpening the blade and polishing it so that it would be really exquisite and unique. All this was done by hand. People also make sword with wood and they are called Bokken and these sword are mainly used for martial arts practice.

Togishi:

Modern Days Sword Sharpeners are called Togishi and they are skillful craftsman who know how to deliver you the goods in perfect conditions. Togishi is a skillful craftsman that has all the knowledge of Japans’ culture and tradition and polishes and sharpens the sword according to the period and style the blade is designed.

Handling Samurai Japanese Swords:

Handling the samurai swords is a very skillful task as they are specially designed to cut flesh and they are also sensitive to human skin and because of these contacts can turn into rusts. So its best to use a white cloth to wipe the stains from the blade otherwise the sharpness of the blade will be affected. But people who decorate their Samurai swords in the home don’t require to be sharpened and they just need to be rust free so that the moisture doesn’t spoil its polish.

Things that are required to sharpen and polish Samurai Swords are:

• Sharpening Kit:

These kits can be easily brought from any store and it contains all the necessary tools that are required to sharpen and maintain the sword.

• Sandpaper:

The sand paper is made from coarse fine grit and sued to rub on the sword before sharpening it.

• Oils:

The oil helps to keep the sword rust and dust free.

• Japanese Water Stones:

These stones are used to sharpen the blade and they are two types. One is the natural one and they are very expensive so people usually use the artificial ones as they are cheaper and you have to wet these stones before sharpening and rubbing the sword blades.

• Grit:

This is used to measure the abrasiveness on the sword.

The Samurai were an elite group of Japanese warriors. Among their arsenal  of weapons was the deadly Katana Sword. Today there are many companies producing quality katana swords that are available at either large or small budgets. This article aims to inform you of what you should look for when buying any sword but more particularly a buying a katana sword.

The desired purpose for the sword will differ greatly. If you only want to buy a katana sword to display in your home you can get away with spending a lot less money than if you actually want to use your sword for practicing swordsmanship. For this you will need a full tang sword(this is where the blade and the handle are made from the same piece of metal).

Firstly always buy your sword from a reputable dealer that stocks main brand weapons. There are many very cheap sword retailers n the Internet and what they sell are cheap imitations of a real sword. These neither perform nor look good. At the end of this article I will post a few selections of katana swords that are both value for money while being a quality item. If you are buying your first sword and will be using it solely to practice swordsmanship moves with it consider a wooden katana. These are great for practice and wont get near as damaged that a steel katana sword.

There are two types of katana swords available today. A battle ready sword is a sword that is sharpened and ready to use in practice. This type of sword though requires careful care. Because the blade is sharpened it can be prone to rust. A sword that is solely meant for display will most likely be coated in a special layer to protect it from rusting, the flip side to this is that the sword wont be sharp.

Always keep your battle ready katana sword in its scabbard when you are not using it. The sheaths are designed for a reason and they help protect the blade of the sword and ensures you get years of enjoyment from your sword. A sword mount is perfect if you want to display your sword in your home or bedroom.

Always keep your sword clean. If you have a particularly valuable or delicate sword you may want to consider purchasing a cleaning kit. Coat your katana with a non grease oil to keep rust at bay and ensure your blade stays sharp.

Below we have picked out some entry level along with some expensive models that we think offer both value and usability.

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The full tang Lord Dragon Katana is the first sword we chose mainly because of its stylish looks and its very affordable price for a full tang.

The katana blade blade is made from 440 steel and is curved.

This katana would be a great first buy for the person looking to get into collecting swords or for someone looking for something a little different. This sword is available from only $40. Click here for more information.

Overall this katana feels nice in your hands but you may be looking for a more traditional style weapon. Read on to find out what else we have to show off.

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This next katana sword available to buy is a spectular 41 inch katana with hard wood handle and brass end caps. It really does look smashing.

This katana has a straight blade made from hard steel. It also has a beautifully decorated scabbard with a nice design which really finishes off the look of this sword.

This sword is full tang and the blade comes sharp to the touch, remember the blade of this sword will require care in order to avoid rust and bluntness.

This Katana sword is available to buy from swblades from $40. Click here for more information or to buy. Next up we have a more expensive model although the quality is a lot higher than the first two models.

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The full tang dark orient katana is a real weapon. It has been built by master craftsmen and is a true weapon in every sense of the word. It has a heat tempered stainless steel blade, hardwood handle.

This katana sword is a great buy and even comes with a high quality sheath. This sword is only $60 over at swblades. Click here for more info.

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This final sword is an amazing piece of work at only twenty dollars. This is a quality fully functional sword that would be great for your first or 100th sword purchase. Click here for more info.