![]() ![]() How does it hande? Here I try to answer the subjective matters of the swords feel in use. Vital Statistics: In this section of the sword reviews I run down the technical details on the blade Blade and Handle length, tsuba width, balance point weight etc.Ĭomposition: A detailed in depth review of the various components that make up a Japanese samurai sword: The Blade ( Nagasa), Handle ( Tsuka), Fittings ( Fuchi / Kashira/ Menuki), Scabbard ( Saya), etc.įunctional Assessment: Does the sword do what it's meant to. You should never judge a book by its cover (or a sword by first glance) but it's nice to know how the cover influences and suggests the interior. Initial Impressions: My first immediate intake, from the packaging to the first unsheathing. I do however receive free or heavily discounted blades for review by manufacturers and other interested parties (if you'd like me to review a blade, please feel free to contact me) and I'll note that in this section. In other cases the blade being reviewed may be from a movie or animated feature, or even a custom made piece - again I'll provide historical background and context where available.ĭisclosure Statment: The majority of the s word reviews here are from my own personal collection and acquired by me, at cost over the last 15 + years. Where possible in my s word reviews I'll try to provide information on that. History: Japanese swords often come with a detailed history or lineage. Introduction: Background information on my motivations for acquiring the blade being reviewed. In addition you'll get a comprehensive and highly detailed breakdown along the following categories. There are some exceptions to this however, including some of the more exotic Japanese weapons in my collection such as the naginata, suriken and others and even a few on western broadswords, maces and other weapons I have in my collection.įinally I'll also take the opportunity to review some of the wooden Japanese swords, Bokken and Bokuto that I have both standard and custom made and even some of the training tools related to the samurai sword such as the suburi and Tanren/Benkei Bokken's.Įach sword review contains video footage of the swords - you'll be able to see the sword and watch as I point out the major aspects of each blade, fittings and so forth. Take it to a professional and have them take a look at it before they restore it.My interest in swords is obviously based on the Japanese Samurai Sword and the majority of the s word reviews I'll post are based on these or their variations. ![]() Keep in mind, if you have an antique sword or you’re keen on preserving the value of the sword, do not attempt to restore the sword at home. When you’re done, give it one final wipe-down with a microfiber cloth to remove any excess polish. Once a portion is completely clean and shiny, move on to another portion of the sword. Keep your wheel or tool moving to avoid buffing any one portion of the sword for too long. Get a buffing wheel or a rotary tool with a cloth attachment, and begin working the polish into the sword. Then, squirt some metal polishing paste along any surface you want to clean up. This will smooth out any scratches you created when you were removing the rust and keep your sword’s surfaces looking uniform. Next, gently run a clean sheet of 600-grit sandpaper back and forth over the entire surface of the blade and handle. If any discoloration remains, use a sheet of 1500-grit sandpaper to wear it away. Once most of the rust is gone, move up to a 600-grit sandpaper and repeat the process until the surface of the blade or handle is perfectly smooth. Wear cut-resistant gloves to do this if your sword is newer, or still sharp. If it’s rusty, grab some 220-grit sandpaper and carefully work the sandpaper back and forth over the rust until it starts to wear away. To restore a sword, first wipe away any obvious dust or debris with a cloth.
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