![]() The close adherence to a traditional esthetic, in both the blade and the fittings, is typical of Dynasty Forge's mission. This Hada shows as an even grain in the blade's exquisitely refined surface and the clay-tempered Hamon contrasted through a careful hand-polish on Japanese stones. Through the process of breaking and combining high- and low-carbon pieces during forging, Tamahgane becomes malleable, allowing the smith to hand-forge a blade that absorbs shock while maintaining an excellent edge. Our Daimyo Tamahagane swords appeal to the discerning eye and a deft hand - every feature and detail is testimony to the harmony and balance inherent in centuries-old tradition. ![]() By sourcing our Tamahagane from China, we can create a superior product at a fair price. This sets our swords apart, as it is very rare for blades to be made outside Japan with this material. The Daimyo Tamahagane blades are made using high-carbon Tamahagane iron sand, the traditional ingredient of the true Japanese sword. Our commitment to quality control, customer service and support means we try our best to ensure complete satisfaction on each and every sale. The company goes beyond merely providing quality arms. ![]() Soon after, we expanded our product line to the mid and low-end to offer our customers a complete selection of swords, varying in price but consistent in quality. Starting with only our Daimyo class arms, we strove to shatter the public's conception of the limits to quality of a production sword. Analyzing history for details and inspiration, our Chinese sword collection sets the benchmark for modern reproductions.įounded in 2003, Dynasty Forge is the culmination of a diverse group's common love of traditional arms. Taking the same attention to detail, Dynasty Forge is also reviving the production of high-end Chinese swords. We offer a choice, while proudly guaranteeing attention to the hallmarks of traditional Japanese sword esthetics. Yet we recognize the modern warrior's need for weapons that incorporate contemporary materials and methods. Our blades are made with genuine respect for authentiv design and process. We are confident that Dynasty Forge offers the finest swords available outside Japan. Our swords are made according to the craft and design of the ancient weapon and we draw on centuries of tradition devoted to sword refinery. With our deep respect for the traditional process of swordmaking, Dynasty Forge takes up a unique place in the continuity of the Japanese blade - at once traditional and modern. The edge is matchless - upon it, histories lie.Ī Dynasty Forge sword is a piece of functional art, a modern heir-look, a symbol of power and prestige. The texture is rich yet pure, with hues of blue. The curve of its back unites exquisite grace and strength. It is drawn, and the vapor of the atmosphere collects on its surface. The handle and saya are all in perfect condition.Blade length (in/cm): 32/81.28 Overall length (in/cm): 44.25/112.4 Weight (lbs/kg): 2.6/1.The sword's blade has been described as cold. The blade has no edge rolling of any kind. Other then a few cosmetic scratches on the blade. The sword has only been used for testing for an online review. This sword comes with a black cloth sword bag.This sword was bought new from the distributor. The wooden tsuka grip is inlaid with panels of rayskin and overlaid with knotted black silk tsuka ito a pair of dragon menuki are fitted beneath the knotted folds.Its companion saya scabbard is carved from wood and finished with a glossy black coat of lacquer. After forging and tempering the blade was machine polished and then finished with careful hand polishing.The silver-detailed tsuba and fittings of the katana depict the roiling waves of the tsunami, perhaps in homage to the great storm that reduced the grand invasion fleet of the Mongol Khan to humiliating flotsam. The blade was then differentially tempered with the traditional clay method - the hardened edge of martensite steel can clearly be seen as a vibrant wave hamon upon the blade. The folded blade creates a distinct surface wood-pattern ''Hada'' from the mixing of these differing steels. This Dynasty Forge O Katana has a large blade of folded steel - the blade contains 1095, 10 high carbon steel folded together 8-12 times into a single blade to create thousands of internal layers. ![]()
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