Citadel Lotus Katana Review (SC4002) @Matthew_Jensen

Matthew Jensen This is a basic review of a Citadel Lotus Katana without a cutting test. The sword is sold by CAS Iberia.

http://casiberia.com/product/lotus-citadel-katana-ii/sc4002

http://www.kultofathena.com/product.asp?item=SC4002&name=Citadel+-+Lotus+Katana+

Handle/Tsuka Length: 11”
Blade/Nagasa Length: 27.5 (without habaki)
Sori: .95”
Moto-haba: 1.2”
Saki-haba: .88”
Motokasane: .27”
Sakikasane: .18”
Weight: 2lb 8oz
POB: 5” from tsuba
MSRP: $2199
KoA: $2199

Lotus Citadel Katana - Limited Edition II
This is the second in the series of Limited Edition katana from Citadel Knives and Swords. Each sword is signed by the smith on the nakago with the sword number, limited to 100 swords before the model is retired. Click here to read about how these high quality samurai swords are made.
This katana is made in the same manner as the more costly Citadel katana (see Ocean and Bamboo) but with a focus on cutting practice this sword's fittings have been simplified to their purest form. The blade is solid, with no bo-hi or fuller to provide a slightly higher weight and forward balance. However Citadel sharply tapers the blade geometry from the shinogi or central ridge to the mune or back of the blade. This allows for a thicker blade with more niku or apple-seed geometry behind the edge while maintaining proper balance. This means the robust blade can stand up to traditional target cutting of harder targets, usually fresh green bamboo, without worry of chipping the edge.
The fittings are hand cut and shaped from pure iron, an extremely tough material that takes a deep black patina and needs minimal maintenance. Iron will bend under tremendous shock instead of break, a feature any samurai would appreciate. The Lotus design of the tsuba is in an older, simpler style (kyo sukashi, maru gata) that reflects the nature of the sword.
The tsuka or handle and scabbard are hand carved to fit each individual sword ensuring a proper fit. The ito or handle wrap is of black natural silk imported from Japan. It is tightly wrapped around the full same-gawa or ray skin wrap with the proper hishigami or paper triangles present to ensure a long life of use. The saya is lacquered to a semi-gloss finish with buffalo horn mounts (koiguchi, kurikata and kojiri).

Blade Steel: 1075
Limited to 100 pieces
Completely hand made
High end fit and finish

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updated 8 years ago

Citadel Lotus Katana Review (SC4002)

Matthew Jensen 2016-07-05 | This is a basic review of a Citadel Lotus Katana without a cutting test. The sword is sold by CAS Iberia.

http://casiberia.com/product/lotus-citadel-katana-ii/sc4002

http://www.kultofathena.com/product.asp?item=SC4002&name=Citadel+-+Lotus+Katana+

Handle/Tsuka Length: 11”
Blade/Nagasa Length: 27.5 (without habaki)
Sori: .95”
Moto-haba: 1.2”
Saki-haba: .88”
Motokasane: .27”
Sakikasane: .18”
Weight: 2lb 8oz
POB: 5” from tsuba
MSRP: $2199
KoA: $2199

Lotus Citadel Katana - Limited Edition II
This is the second in the series of Limited Edition katana from Citadel Knives and Swords. Each sword is signed by the smith on the nakago with the sword number, limited to 100 swords before the model is retired. Click here to read about how these high quality samurai swords are made.
This katana is made in the same manner as the more costly Citadel katana (see Ocean and Bamboo) but with a focus on cutting practice this sword's fittings have been simplified to their purest form. The blade is solid, with no bo-hi or fuller to provide a slightly higher weight and forward balance. However Citadel sharply tapers the blade geometry from the shinogi or central ridge to the mune or back of the blade. This allows for a thicker blade with more niku or apple-seed geometry behind the edge while maintaining proper balance. This means the robust blade can stand up to traditional target cutting of harder targets, usually fresh green bamboo, without worry of chipping the edge.
The fittings are hand cut and shaped from pure iron, an extremely tough material that takes a deep black patina and needs minimal maintenance. Iron will bend under tremendous shock instead of break, a feature any samurai would appreciate. The Lotus design of the tsuba is in an older, simpler style (kyo sukashi, maru gata) that reflects the nature of the sword.
The tsuka or handle and scabbard are hand carved to fit each individual sword ensuring a proper fit. The ito or handle wrap is of black natural silk imported from Japan. It is tightly wrapped around the full same-gawa or ray skin wrap with the proper hishigami or paper triangles present to ensure a long life of use. The saya is lacquered to a semi-gloss finish with buffalo horn mounts (koiguchi, kurikata and kojiri).

Blade Steel: 1075
Limited to 100 pieces
Completely hand made
High end fit and finish

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Sword Friend Matts Miaodao

Matthew Jensen 2023-06-12 | This is a Miaodao from Ladies-Gentleman. It was an e-bay seller for a time that I am unable to find now. Sword friend Matt bought this and sent it my way for evaluation.

There were a few things I noticed after the review.
1. The heat treatment is stronger at the tip of the blade. The bottom 2/3 of the blade are softer and easier to bend. The top 1/3 is a little more springy.

2. the top surface of the steel has some spots that look like blisters or bubbles. I cannot tell if they are from heat treatment or the etch.

Blade Specs:
Hilt: 24.25”
Grip: 22”
Pommel: 2.125”
Blade: 39.625”
Width @ Cross: 1.416”
Thickness @ Cross: .460”
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Width @ 10” from Cross: 1.359”
Thickness @ 10” from Cross: .278”
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Width @ 20” from Cross: 1.270”
Thickness @ 20” from Cross: .230”
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Width @ 30” from Cross: .1.136”
Thickness @ 30” from Cross: .183”
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Width @ 35” from Cross: 1.029”
Thickness @ 35” from Cross: .136”
Total: 64”
Weight: 3lb 5oz
POB: .5” from Cross
MSRP:450

Weapon Dynamics Specs:

Mass 1502.52473
Hilt Extremity 0
Grip Reference 61.595
Blade Extremity 162.56
Center of Gravity 62.865
Lever Reference 5.3975
Hilt Node 41.275
Blade Node 118.11
Action Point 52.07
Pivot Point 161.925
Action Point 29.845
Pivot point 112.395

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Risk.. Swords.. Beer..

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Can you cut a shaving cream can with a sword?

Matthew Jensen 2023-06-08 | The short answer is yes..

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Random Ramble Stream

Matthew Jensen 2023-06-08 | Random Ramble Stream

Sword Friend Carlos Motohara

Matthew Jensen 2023-06-04 | Sword Friend Carlo sent me his new Motohara to have a look at and then ship off to him. Unfortunately there was a small snag.

I should call out here that I think everything ended up happy. I sent the sword off to Carlo, I believe he is pleased with it. I should also call here that Jason at Evolution Blades gave great customer service. It might not be apparent from the video but he covered sending the sword back to him and would have made a new sword if Carlo was not happy with the result. Shit happens sometimes, how you handle a bade situation shows what customer service is like. In this case I think Evolution Blades did exactly what a person would hope for given the issue. Attempt to solve on the phone, take the item back to attempt repair, replace the blade if needed.

Black Leather Ito in hararimaki
Black Samegawa
Steel: SKS3
Habaki: Copper with pattern
Saya: black lacquer with samegawa wrapp

Handle/Tsuka Length: 10.5”
Blade/Nagasa Length: 29.125” (without habaki)
Sori: .641”
Moto-haba: 1.310”
Motokasane: .231”
Saki-haba: 1.027”
Sakikasane: .202”
Weight: 2lb 8.9oz
POB: 5.75” from tsuba
MSRP: $3000ish

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Sabersmith $650 Katana

Matthew Jensen 2023-05-28 | This is a sabersmith katana that I got second hand.

Link to Sword - sabersmith.com/product/katana-satin-blade-black-leather-on-black-ray-skin-handle

Handle/Tsuka Length: 13”
Blade/Nagasa Length: 30”
Sori: .74”
Moto-haba: 1.295”
Motokasane: .175”
Saki-haba: 1.308”
Sakikasane: .181”
Weight: 2lb 11.5oz
POB: 4” from tsuba
MSRP: $650

Good:
Sold Construction
Ito is tight

Bad:
Scabbard does not work for JSA or function like a katana
Scabbard is beneath the quality of the blade
Diamonds wonder
Tsuba is a little bitie

Neutral:
Unique Look and Styling
Obtuse edge
Taper seems weird
Kashira transition is odd
No habaki

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Romance of Men Kita: $188 Katana

Matthew Jensen 2023-05-21 | This is a Romance of Men Kita katana.

You can find more info here:
romanceofmen.com/collections/new-arrivals-1/products/the-kita-handmade-katana-extra-sharp-spring-steel-unokubi-zukuri?variant=41949641703614

Handle/Tsuka Length: 11.75”
Blade/Nagasa Length: 27.75” (without habaki)
Sori: .70”
Moto-haba: 1.26”
Motokasane: .296”
Saki-haba: .877”
Sakikasane: .166”
Weight: 2lb 4.4oz
POB: 4.625” from tsuba
MSRP: $188

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Valiant Armory Malatesta

Matthew Jensen 2023-05-14 | This is a quick look at a VA Malatesta

You can find a new version here - valiant-armoury.com/products/va-407-craftsman-series-the-malatesta-medieval-long-sword

Waybackmachine link - web.archive.org/web/20160615150106/http://www.valiant-armoury.com/index.php?route=product/product&path=60&product_id=57

Specs from this sword -
Hilt: 9.5”
Grip: 6.75
Blade: 32.5”
Total: 42”
Weight: 2lb 3.7oz
POB: 4.5”
MSRP: $484-$570

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Chat with Sword Friend Matt from Kult of Athena

Matthew Jensen 2023-05-11 | This is a conversation with sword friend Matt from Kult of Athena. I met Matt when I requested some review samples of swords a couple years ago. Over many email corispondiance it dawned on me that it might be fun to have a chat and post it on the internet. There is no specific agenda or topic other than swords.

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Last Legend Yashima 4000 Katana

Matthew Jensen 2023-05-07 | This is a look at a Last Legend katana from the early 00’s. Crazy to think it has been a few decades since then. Last Legend is not around but they still come up from time to time on the second hand market. This video might give you some idea of what to expect from their higher end pieces.

Way back machine link- web.archive.org/web/20050328041640/http://www.lastlegend.com/05kat/yashima/yashima.html

Handle/Tsuka Length: 10.5”
Blade/Nagasa Length: 29” (without habaki)
Sori: .721”
Moto-haba: 1.178”
Motokasane: .305”
Saki-haba: .784”
Sakikasane: .203”
Weight: 2lb 8.6oz
POB: 5” from tsuba
MSRP: $929 (+ whatever the rattan upgrade cost)

Info from the way back machine-
The Yashima family of blades are well-balanced and quick in the hand. They are Keicho Shinto style blades with some koshizori (curve of blade more toward habaki), with masame hada (wave gain pattern) in the folded blades, full niku (convex shape on sides of blade), a significant taper from machi (blade at habaki) to yokote (tip line), and a longer chu kissaki (slightly longer tip). In the hand the Yashima feels like a Kamakura era fighting blade that has been reduced in length for the Shinto fighting styles.

• Tsuba design - It depicts a battle scene fought about 1185 from the Gempei War. The Yashima tsuba is a copy of an old original tsuba.
• Standard handle color - Silver Dawn silk wrap over Black samé.
• Available option categories are - All (listed under options below).
• Our "You break it , we replace it" blade warranty*

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YesKatana T10 $362 Tachi Review KTM2045

Matthew Jensen 2023-04-30 | This is a review of a YesKatana sword.

Corrections:
The tassel holder is often stuck to one side and does not pivot to either side. I was incorrect when stating that it should go to either side..

If you are interested, you can find them here.
yeskatana.com/collections/japan-katana-3/products/handmade-t10-steel-full-tang-real-japanese-katana-with-silver-gilding-sheath-clay-tempered-1105

Handle/Tsuka Length: 12.125”
Blade/Nagasa Length: 28” (without habaki)
Sori: .698”
Moto-haba: 1.24”
Motokasane: .335”
Saki-haba: .89”
Sakikasane: .213”
Weight: 2lb 13.5oz
POB: 4.5” from tsuba
MSRP: $362.00

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YesKatana T10 Tachi Review KTM2045

Matthew Jensen 2023-04-30 | This is a review of a YesKatana sword. - youtu.be/6KsnOmei_-c

Corrections:
The tassel holder is often stuck to one side and does not pivot to either side. I was incorrect when stating that it should go to either side..

If you are interested, you can find them here.
yeskatana.com/collections/japan-katana-3/products/handmade-t10-steel-full-tang-real-japanese-katana-with-silver-gilding-sheath-clay-tempered-1105

Handle/Tsuka Length: 12.125”
Blade/Nagasa Length: 28” (without habaki)
Sori: .698”
Moto-haba: 1.24”
Motokasane: .335”
Saki-haba: .89”
Sakikasane: .213”
Weight: 2lb 13.5oz
POB: 4.5” from tsuba
MSRP: $362.00

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Sword Addict Storage Solution - Check out my rack!

Matthew Jensen 2023-04-27 | Check out my Rack!

Link the the racks I used - amazon.com/gp/product/B0BS5FYD2Q
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Sword wall hangers (these are not the ones I used but they are similar) - amazon.com/Eco-Fused-Vertical-Sword-Mount-Multifunctional/dp/B0BM9X6ZLZ

Another video about making racks - youtu.be/SI143xOqAy4
Some more mounting talk - youtu.be/dZnSeOdDTSk
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Balaur Arms German Kriegsmesser Review

Matthew Jensen 2023-04-23 | This is a video about the new Balaur Arms German Kriegsmesser. From my understanding these are manufactured by LK Chen for Balaur Arms and this collaboration piece is available for preorder that the link below.

Link -kultofathena.com/product/balaur-arms-preorder-german-kriegsmesser-preorder

Blade Specs:
Hilt: 10.75”
Grip: 9”
Pommel: 1.125”
Blade: 33.625”
Width @ Cross: 1.67”
Thickness @ Cross: .266”
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Width @ 10” from Cross: 1.411”
Thickness @ 10” from Cross: .205”
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Width @ 20” from Cross: 1.517”
Thickness @ 20” from Cross: .144”
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Width @ 30” from Cross: 1.205.”
Thickness @ 30” from Cross: .066”
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Total: 44.375”
Weight: 2lb 14.4oz
POB: 3.875” from Cross
MSRP:$468.00

Weapon Dynamics Specs:

Mass
Hilt Extremity 0
Grip Reference 27.30
Blade Extremity 112.71
Center of Gravity 36.5125
Lever Reference 2.8575
Hilt Node 22.225
Blade Node 81.28
Action Point 5.715
Pivot Point 53.975
Action Point 22.225
Pivot point 81.28

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Review of Landsknecht EmporiumKriegsmesser - youtu.be/jOlv5HbGepE
Review of Arms and Armor Custom Kriegsmesser- youtu.be/aiyVnAlX1H0
Review of Cold Steel Kriegsmesser (featured a lot in this video) - youtu.be/RWrjEnMS4VA
Review of Darksword Armor Kriegsmesser- youtu.be/-ieRuCKWeA8

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Balaur Arms German Kriegsmesser

Matthew Jensen 2023-04-23 | This is a video about the new Balaur Arms German Kriegsmesser. From my understanding these are manufactured by LK Chen for Balaur Arms and this collaboration piece is available for preorder that the link below.

Full Review here - youtu.be/CX_r7h7uhDs

Link -kultofathena.com/product/balaur-arms-preorder-german-kriegsmesser-preorder

Blade Specs:
Hilt: 10.75”
Grip: 9”
Pommel: 1.125”
Blade: 33.625”
Width @ Cross: 1.67”
Thickness @ Cross: .266”
-
Width @ 10” from Cross: 1.411”
Thickness @ 10” from Cross: .205”
-
Width @ 20” from Cross: 1.517”
Thickness @ 20” from Cross: .144”
-
Width @ 30” from Cross: 1.205.”
Thickness @ 30” from Cross: .066”
-
Total: 44.375”
Weight: 2lb 14.4oz
POB: 3.875” from Cross
MSRP:$468.00

Weapon Dynamics Specs:

Mass
Hilt Extremity 0
Grip Reference 27.30
Blade Extremity 112.71
Center of Gravity 36.5125
Lever Reference 2.8575
Hilt Node 22.225
Blade Node 81.28
Action Point 5.715
Pivot Point 53.975
Action Point 22.225
Pivot point 81.28

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Ramble Stream!

Matthew Jensen 2023-04-17 | No plans but I can talk about the "matt" score or the ZT review I just put out.

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Zombie Tools Zakasushi Review and Destruction

Matthew Jensen 2023-04-16 | This is a review of the Zombie Tools Zakasushi

You can find them here - zombietools.net/products/the-zakasushi

Special thanks to sword friend Matt for sending this my way.

Handle/Tsuka Length: 10.5” (as advertised)
Blade/Nagasa Length: 22.75” (advertised 23”)
Sori: .47”
Moto-haba: 1.681”
Motokasane: .216” (advertised .204”)
Saki-haba: .85”
Sakikasane: .21”
Weight: 2lb 11.9oz
POB: 2.5” from tsuba
Steel: 5160
HRC: Between 50-55 - (No bite on 50- 55 bites a bit)
Edge angle: aprox 25 degrees
MSRP: $475.95

Stylistically I think this sword looks the part. It has a visual charm and feel that make it suited to the zombie apocalypse. It seems crude but at the same time more refined than some of its less expensive alternatives.

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Zombie Tools Zakasushi

Matthew Jensen 2023-04-16 | This is a full review of the Zombie Tools Zakasushi - youtu.be/CkeoA3zH_Pg

You can find them here - zombietools.net/products/the-zakasushi

Special thanks to sword friend Matt for sending this my way.

Handle/Tsuka Length: 10.5” (as advertised)
Blade/Nagasa Length: 22.75” (advertised 23”)
Sori: .47”
Moto-haba: 1.681”
Motokasane: .216” (advertised .204”)
Saki-haba: .85”
Sakikasane: .21”
Weight: 2lb 11.9oz
POB: 2.5” from tsuba
Steel: 5160
HRC: Between 50-55 - (No bite on 50- 55 bites a bit)
Edge angle: aprox 25 degrees
MSRP: $475.95

Stylistically I think this sword looks the part. It has a visual charm and feel that make it suited to the zombie apocalypse. It seems crude but at the same time more refined than some of its less expensive alternatives.

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Bob Engnath Wakizashi Project: Part 2

Matthew Jensen 2023-04-14 | This is a video on a wakizashi made by Bob Engnath that I have recently gotten back from polish. Not sure what will come of it but it sure is pretty.

17 sword acquisitions - youtu.be/SmTvHTp5Gr0

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Windlass Battlecry! Maldon Viking Sword

Matthew Jensen 2023-04-09 | This is a review of the Windlass Battlecry! Maldon Viking Sword. Special thanks to sword friend Matt for sending it my way.

Full Video Here - youtu.be/2TQc02M8Xcc

Blade Specs:
Hilt: 5.75”
Grip: 4”
Pommel: 1.25”
Blade: 30.75”
Width @ Cross: 1.922”
Thickness @ Cross: .142”
-
Width @ 10” from Cross: 1.654”
Thickness @ 10” from Cross: .161”
-
Width @ 20” from Cross: 1.454”
Thickness @ 20” from Cross: .131”
-
Width @ 30” from Cross: .807”
Thickness @ 30” from Cross: .137”
Total: 36.625”
Weight: 2lb 4.1oz
POB: 6.75”from Cross
MSRP: $349.95
HRC: around 50 (45 no bite, 50 bites in random spots, 55 bites everywhere)
Edge Angle: 20-25. Sides are not even and there is variation.

You can find it here -
kultofathena.com/product/windlass-battlecry-maldon-viking-sword

Weapon Dynamics Specs:

Mass 1023.417785
Hilt Extremity 0
Grip Reference 14.605
Blade Extremity 93.0275
Center of Gravity 31.75
Lever Reference 3.175
Hilt Node 12.7
Blade Node 67.31
Action Point 12.7
Pivot Point 65.405
Action Point 5.08
Pivot point 79.375

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Windlass Battlecry! Maldon Viking Sword Review and Destruction

Matthew Jensen 2023-04-09 | This is a review of the Windlass Battlecry! Maldon Viking Sword. Special thanks to sword friend Matt for sending it my way.

Blade Specs:
Hilt: 5.75”
Grip: 4”
Pommel: 1.25”
Blade: 30.75”
Width @ Cross: 1.922”
Thickness @ Cross: .142”
-
Width @ 10” from Cross: 1.654”
Thickness @ 10” from Cross: .161”
-
Width @ 20” from Cross: 1.454”
Thickness @ 20” from Cross: .131”
-
Width @ 30” from Cross: .807”
Thickness @ 30” from Cross: .137”
Total: 36.625”
Weight: 2lb 4.1oz
POB: 6.75”from Cross
MSRP: $349.95
HRC: around 50 (45 no bite, 50 bites in random spots, 55 bites everywhere)
Edge Angle: 20-25. Sides are not even and there is variation.

You can find it here -
kultofathena.com/product/windlass-battlecry-maldon-viking-sword

Weapon Dynamics Specs:

Mass 1023.417785
Hilt Extremity 0
Grip Reference 14.605
Blade Extremity 93.0275
Center of Gravity 31.75
Lever Reference 3.175
Hilt Node 12.7
Blade Node 67.31
Action Point 12.7
Pivot Point 65.405
Action Point 5.08
Pivot point 79.375

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Anthony DiCristofano Tanto Project: Part 2

Matthew Jensen 2023-04-07 | This is a video about a tanto project. I never made a part one to this video but it is still part 2. I think very highly of Anthony's and Josiaha's work and I hope that comes through in the video.

You can find his website here
namahagesword.com

DiCristofano Katana video - youtu.be/oNKq9Scyr_I
17 sword acquisitions (at 8:30) - youtu.be/SmTvHTp5Gr0

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Buck Alpha Hunter 694 Review

Matthew Jensen 2023-04-05 | This is a review of my old friend the Buck Alpha Hunter 694. It is the black rubber grip edition.
Model: 694BK
Weight: 6.1oz (advertised 7.2 oz. )
POB: 3.5" from bottom (in the top finger well)
Length Overall: 8.25" (advertised 8 .5")
Blade Length: 3.25" (advertised 3 75")
Handle Material: Rubber
Carry System: Black heavy-duty nylon sheath
Blade Steel: 420HC
Blade Shape: Drop point
Made in the USA

Old link : knifecenter.com/item/BU694BK/buck-694-alpha-hunter-fixed-blade-blade-rubber-handles

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Kit Rae Anathar - Part 4: Anathar Sterling-Reforged

Matthew Jensen 2023-04-01 | The saga of Anathar continues for some reason. In the last installment Anathar was displeased with my attempts at repair and sought help from sword friend Chris. What happens? Watch the video and find out.

Special Thanks to Chris Fields of Sterling Amory @SterlingArmory He can make cool stuff, check it out here -
http://www.sterlingarmory.com
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facebook.com/sterlingarmory

Part 1 - youtu.be/GD4wIm3P6bs
Part 2 - youtu.be/KhYonI5xEaU
Part 3 - youtu.be/YOKFe-bvG4c
Part 4 - youtu.be/pe3Zq9Vi9b0

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Response Shadiversity: I SPIT on your sword!

Matthew Jensen 2023-03-29 | This is a response @shadiversity video "I SPIT on your sword!" - youtu.be/2xQTDDevz58

You made a lot of points in the video but I can only add info to two and maybe piggyback on the other.

Damaging the scabbard by slamming it in.

Your main point is valid, while it can have an impact it generally does not. Worth noting old blades have lacquer work that could be damaged or further damaged. The glue that holds the koiguchi on may also come loose or the koiguchi may crack. If the saya is made poorly the sword may bind and potentially damage the sword. In a modern sword, it is very unlikely to damage the sword in the short term, perhaps after hundreds of thousands of times, it could damage the saya, it’s more likely to loosen the parts on the hilt.

The main damage that can come in the short term is the friction fit. Most of the time it's not done right away but if you have a well-fitted habaki it will loosen over repeated and gentle use. Slamming it in will diminish that fit more quickly and if it is very tight, might cause the saya to split.

Blocking with the edge.

Another bocking with edge, some schools focus on the side others just go with the edge. I study two different styles of kenjitsu, one parries with the flat, the other mostly the edge. Though many blocks are for the forms and the objective in application would be to turn it into an attack. Generally there is an alternative to a block if you are agile enough. Swords cost a lot but they were also repaired. They were not expected to last forever though many have survived.

Video from Arms and Armor -
youtu.be/4opfvDaYgz4

Manners.
I absolutely and unequivocally agree that you can do whatever you want with your own property. I would also emphasize that it does not extend to other people's property. While you make this point I would like to make it with a little more thunder.

I do a lot with Japanese style swords. Someone spitting on it to clean it, or touching the blade, or even moistly speaking over it means that I would need to clean it. Were someone to do this to my sword, they would have created a chore for me if I noticed it. If I didn’t then it could result in damage that would cost a substantial sum (potentially thousands of dollars) to resolve. The polish or finish work on some blades is very sensitive and people who never practice sword etiquette may not know about it. Even very experienced sword collectors or makers make this mistake.

Sticking the sword in the dirt as well will mar the finish on the sword at best, at worst there are rocks there that can roll some edges easily. Swords polished with a satin finish with a robust edge angle are less likely to be damaged. However, one tip in the dirt would require a new polish to bring back to perfect.

Were someone to do this to my property it would be hard to keep calm. (again because it would cost me thousands of dollars and years of time and stress to return to its previous condition)

I have had experiences where I ask, do you know “sword etiquette” most of the time people say yes. Then proceed to get handsy with a blade, set it hard on a dirty table, hand it to people in dangerous ways. By all means do what you want with your own stuff, at the same time, if you want to touch other people's stuff, then I would advise learning the best manners you can.

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Balaur Arms Kriegsmesser

Matthew Jensen 2023-03-28 | Link -kultofathena.com/product/balaur-arms-preorder-german-kriegsmesser-preorder

Blade Specs:
Hilt: 10.75”
Grip: 9”
Pommel: 1.125”
Blade: 33.625”
Width @ Cross: 1.67”
Thickness @ Cross: .266”
-
Width @ 10” from Cross: 1.411”
Thickness @ 10” from Cross: .205”
-
Width @ 20” from Cross: 1.517”
Thickness @ 20” from Cross: .144”
-
Width @ 30” from Cross: 1.205.”
Thickness @ 30” from Cross: .066”
-
Total: 44.375”
Weight: 2lb 14.4oz
POB: 3.875” from Cross
MSRP:$468.00

Weapon Dynamics Specs:

Mass
Hilt Extremity 0
Grip Reference 27.30
Blade Extremity 112.71
Center of Gravity 36.5125
Lever Reference 2.8575
Hilt Node 22.225
Blade Node 81.28
Action Point 5.715
Pivot Point 53.975
Action Point 22.225
Pivot point 81.28

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Hanwei Qi Jian

Matthew Jensen 2023-03-26 | This is a look at a Hanwei Qi Jian. A fun sword that was discontinued many years ago.

You can find some more information here -
CAS Site - casiberia.com/product/qi-jian/sh2295
Add for sword from Hanwei - youtu.be/316yM-wjlrI
Sword Friend Kane's story - facebook.com/100000225739051/videos/778948409734265
Cutting from sword friend Matt - youtu.be/L52TD_rJne0

Blade Specs:
Hilt: 8.25”
Grip: 5.5”
Pommel: 2”
Blade: 28.5”
Width @ Cross: 1.188”
Thickness @ Cross: .269”
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Width @ 10” from Cross: 1.02”
Thickness @ 10” from Cross: .222”
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Width @ 20” from Cross: 3832”
Thickness @ 20” from Cross: .171”
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Width @ 27.5” from Cross: .646”
Thickness @ 27.5” from Cross: .12”
Total: 37.75”
Weight: 2lb 9.9oz
POB: 2.5”from Cross
MSRP: $890-$1400 (I think under $400 when they were discontinued)

Weapon Dynamics Specs:
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Mass 1187.845019
Hilt Extremity 0
Grip Reference 20.955
Blade Extremity 95.885
Center of Gravity 26.67
Lever Reference 5.08
Hilt Node 16.51
Blade Node 67.945
Action Point 19.3675
Pivot Point 90.4875
Action Point 5.08
Pivot point 54.61

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Dragon Sword $155 9260 review

Matthew Jensen 2023-03-19 | This is a Dragon Sword 9260 katana. It was sent some time ago for review and I am finally feeling up to it. If you are interested in buying one, then you can find it here.

swordcn.com/product/9260-steel-katana?fbclid=IwAR0--SKhcuZxcQ_a3A9dF2Pf8u400Fu7oWExr0zonppqx04TvOGKG8x6rtE

Review Corrections:
1. There are two Mekuki not one (thank you Alientude)
2. Forgot to show the nakago - It is not great. Right size and general shape but not dressed as well as Huawei pieces.
3. In the video I talk about ito tightness and it looks like it moves a lot. While I can displace the ito I have to push pretty hard to get it to move much. I would say the $60 ito upgrade was tighter than this $30 option. It is still better than many other $150 swords.

Handle/Tsuka Length: 10.125”
Blade/Nagasa Length: 27.875” (without habaki)
Sori: .638”
Moto-haba: 1.253”
Motokasane: .329”
Saki-haba: .918”
Sakikasane: .171”
Weight: 2lb 0.4oz
POB: 6” from tsuba
MSRP: $128

The version I have is the 9260 katana, at the time of recording this sword is selling for $75 plus $30 for the hishigami ito that was done. The sale may not be gong when you watch the video but it is available as of 3/12/23.

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Urufu Bodo Gear: Gi and Sword Bags

Matthew Jensen 2023-03-15 | This is a review of some budo gear from Urufu. They sent a gi top and two sword bags. Both have been good stuff.

If you are interested take a look at their site here - urufu.com
Facebook contact here - www.facebook.com/urufubag

The gi top is 65 euro and the bags are between 90 to 100 euro. From my understanding these are made in Barcelona Spain. Javier at Urufu noted he was a textile engineer. I get the impression these are a labor of love as they use materials I do not see in other martial arts equipment.

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Dadmurai and Moonboot #samurai #parenting

Matthew Jensen 2023-03-13 | I am working on the review for the Romance of Men samurai armor. I thought I would take a walk in it to see how it holds up in the cold and I thought this was a fun clip. Side note, it feels good.

You can find the armor here - romanceofmen.com/collections/samurai-armor/products/shibata-katsuie-custom-made-handmade-japanese-samurai-armor-life-size?variant=42179593502910

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Quick and Dirty: Purna Darnal $750 Hallstatt Inspired Sword

Matthew Jensen 2023-03-12 | This is a Hallstatt inspired sword made by Perna Danal. It was sent to me for evaluation (my sort of evaluation anyway) by Sword Friend Matt. The blade is second hand but looks close to what it did when it first appeared in photos from the original buyer.

Full Video here - youtu.be/x2RnNI9_maE

Blade Specs:
Hilt: 6.25”
Grip: 3.837”
Pommel: 2.125”
Blade: 21.25”
Width @ 1.5” from Cross: 2.36”
Thickness @ 1.5” from Cross: .293”

Width @ 3” from Cross: 1.373”
Thickness @ 3” from Cross: .308”

Width @ 10” from Cross: 1.788”
Thickness @ 10” from Cross: .220”

Width @ 14.5” from Cross: 2036”
Thickness @ 14.5” from Cross: .205”

Width @ 20” from Cross: .769”
Thickness @ 20” from Cross: .1.39”
Total: 27.5”
Weight: 2lb 2.1oz
POB: 4.25” from Cross
MSRP: $750

Mass 966.7187386
Hilt Extremity 0
Grip Reference 15.875
Blade Extremity 69.85
Center of Gravity 26.9875
Lever Reference 5.3975
Hilt Node 13.6779
Blade Node 48.895
Action Point 14.605
Pivot Point 53.975
Action Point 6.0579
Pivot point 44.16298
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If you are interested in contacting Perna, this is the contact info I could find.
facebook.com/purnadarnal2015
instagram.com/purnadarnal6679

If you are in the SBG group, you can see an old post about it here with some original photos
facebook.com/groups/47814805841/?multi_permalinks=10159982762525842&ref=share
greatgurkhakhukuri.com

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Purna Darnal $750 Hallstatt Inspired Sword: Review and Destruction

Matthew Jensen 2023-03-11 | This is a Hallstatt inspired sword made by Perna Danal. It was sent to me for evaluation (my sort of evaluation anyway) by Sword Friend Matt. The blade is second hand but looks close to what it did when it first appeared in photos from the original buyer.

Blade Specs:
Hilt: 6.25”
Grip: 3.837”
Pommel: 2.125”
Blade: 21.25”
Width @ 1.5” from Cross: 2.36”
Thickness @ 1.5” from Cross: .293”

Width @ 3” from Cross: 1.373”
Thickness @ 3” from Cross: .308”

Width @ 10” from Cross: 1.788”
Thickness @ 10” from Cross: .220”

Width @ 14.5” from Cross: 2036”
Thickness @ 14.5” from Cross: .205”

Width @ 20” from Cross: .769”
Thickness @ 20” from Cross: .1.39”
Total: 27.5”
Weight: 2lb 2.1oz
POB: 4.25” from Cross
MSRP: $750

Mass 966.7187386
Hilt Extremity 0
Grip Reference 15.875
Blade Extremity 69.85
Center of Gravity 26.9875
Lever Reference 5.3975
Hilt Node 13.6779
Blade Node 48.895
Action Point 14.605
Pivot Point 53.975
Action Point 6.0579
Pivot point 44.16298
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If you are interested in contacting Perna, this is the contact info I could find.
facebook.com/purnadarnal2015
instagram.com/purnadarnal6679

If you are in the SBG group, you can see an old post about it here with some original photos
facebook.com/groups/47814805841/?multi_permalinks=10159982762525842&ref=share
greatgurkhakhukuri.com

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What katana would I buy if money were not a factor?

Matthew Jensen 2023-03-04 | This is a ramble about higher end swords and an attempt to answer the question “What katana would you buy if money were no object?”

I created some restrictions here in the sense that I restricted the options to things that are commercially available on the from a vendor. That killed the options of buying a blade form a custom smith (at least the way I do it), random ebay or second hand market finds, and other random deals.

The short answer here is an Evolution Blades Motohara series blade. I have been very happy with the LMC and Tensho L6 that I own from them. They are excellent training tools with a lot of attention to detail.

Swords Featured:

Hanwei Kami Katana-
Review - youtu.be/IXTcdYJKHBc
Handle/Tsuka Length: 10.825”
Blade/Nagasa Length: 29” (without habaki)
Sori: .671”
Moto-haba: 1.32”
Motokasane: .274”
Saki-haba: .956”
Sakikasane: .237”
Weight: 2lb 9.2oz
POB: 5” from tsuba
MSRP: $1500
You can see the listing on CAS Iberias site.
casiberia.com/product/kami-katana/sh1201

Motoraha LMC
Review - youtu.be/U7jv3y10eQA
Blade: 29” SKS3
Geometry: Shinogi Zukuri Light Mat Cutter, Light and wide blade made for cutting used japanese tatami.
Ito: Black SIlk
Same: Aged/enhanced large nodule panels.
Fitting: Wave Theme
Habaki: Copper with pattern
Saya: Gloss Black
Handle/Tsuka Length:10.63”
Blade/Nagasa Length: 29” (without habaki)
Sori: .73”
Moto-haba: 1.3”
Saki-haba: 1.08”
Motokasane: .21”
Sakikasane: .15”
Weight: 2lb 2.7oz
POB: 5.25” from tsuba
MSRP: $1800 ( got it less second hand)
Evolution Blades can be found here - facebook.com/EvolutionBlades

Citadel Bamboo Katana
Review - youtu.be/SM5gjEM49CY
Review Follow Up - youtu.be/0iEMAjDixYc
Citadel VS Motohara video - youtu.be/2SVG6YK0yVI

Thaitsuki S05
First Impressions Video - youtu.be/andrKzW7jL0

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Quick and Dirty: $300 Katana Clouodhammer Steelworks 51CRV4 Steel Katana #katana #sword #iaido

Matthew Jensen 2023-02-28 | This is a quick download on some of the highlights from the Cloudhammer 51CRV4 Katana review.

You can find the full review here - youtu.be/xR85KukCQC0

If you are interested you can by one here - rva-katana.com or here cloudhammerforge.com

More info
S7-Katana Review - youtu.be/NJ10eXhaexY
S5 Katana - youtu.be/VdFH4g2F7As
51CRV4 Iaito - youtu.be/8dkvxb6R4BM

Musashi 51crv4
Steel: 51crv4
Handle/Tsuka Length: 10.5”
Blade/Nagasa Length: 27.62” (without habaki)
Sori: .73”
Moto-haba: 1.”23
Motokasane: .287”
Saki-haba: .878”
Sakikasane: .184”
Weight: 2lb 4.9oz
POB: 5.25” from tsuba
MSRP: $300
HRC: Between 50 and 55. 55 bites and 50 does not. Spine seems to be a little softer.
Edge: Still not 100% sure on if I am using the measuring tool right but seems to be about 22 degrees and fairly consistent.

Iaito 51crv4
Handle/Tsuka Length: 10.5”
Blade/Nagasa Length: 27.5” (without habaki)
Sori: .72”
Moto-haba: 1.188”
Motokasane: .287”
Saki-haba: .853”
Sakikasane: .191”
Weight: 2lb 2.9oz
POB: 5.5” from tsuba
MSRP: $300

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$300 Katana Review : Clouodhammer Steelworks 51CRV4 Steel Blade

Matthew Jensen 2023-02-28 | This is a review of a Cloudhammer Steelworks $300 Iaito made of 51CRV4

If you are interested you can by one here - rva-katana.com or here cloudhammerforge.com

More info
S7-Katana Review - youtu.be/NJ10eXhaexY
S5 Katana - youtu.be/VdFH4g2F7As
51CRV4 Iaito - youtu.be/8dkvxb6R4BM

Musashi 51crv4
Steel: 51crv4
Handle/Tsuka Length: 10.5”
Blade/Nagasa Length: 27.62” (without habaki)
Sori: .73”
Moto-haba: 1.”23
Motokasane: .287”
Saki-haba: .878”
Sakikasane: .184”
Weight: 2lb 4.9oz
POB: 5.25” from tsuba
MSRP: $300
HRC: Between 50 and 55. 55 bites and 50 does not. Spine seems to be a little softer.
Edge: Still not 100% sure on if I am using the measuring tool right but seems to be about 22 degrees and fairly consistent.

Iaito 51crv4
Handle/Tsuka Length: 10.5”
Blade/Nagasa Length: 27.5” (without habaki)
Sori: .72”
Moto-haba: 1.188”
Motokasane: .287”
Saki-haba: .853”
Sakikasane: .191”
Weight: 2lb 2.9oz
POB: 5.5” from tsuba
MSRP: $300

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What is the worst thing that happened with a sword? #swords #katana #sword

Matthew Jensen 2023-02-25 | People ask what is the worst thing that has happened doing the sword videos. Hands down it is this.

From this video here - youtu.be/mLjfKWSLLRg

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10 factors that make a sword awesome? #sword #swords #longsword #microwavecookary

Matthew Jensen 2023-02-22 | Disagree? Then what are your factors?

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Hanwei Peach Monkey Katana

Matthew Jensen 2023-02-22 | This is a overview of a Hanwei Peach Monkey katana. It is a limited edition sword from 2006. This one is number 393.

They are harder to find now but still come up second hand from time to time. There may be some new old stock out there somewhere too.

Handle/Tsuka Length: 11.5”
Blade/Nagasa Length: 27” (without habaki)
Sori: .54”
Moto-haba: 1.226”
Motokasane: .267”
Saki-haba: .815”
Sakikasane: .197”
Weight: 2lb 5oz
POB: 4.75” from tsuba

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Katana Manufacturer Tier List 2023

Matthew Jensen 2023-02-18 | This is a subjective ranking of mass production katana manufacturers. The list is subject to change and for this video, I am answering generally who I think does the best job. The list could change if it was who makes the best katana for iaido, bottle or mat cutting, collecting, or zombie apocalypses scenarios ect..

This is the list of items mentioned -
Angel Sword
APOC
Badger Blades
Balaur Arms
Battle Blades
Blade Culture International
bohihyu
Boker
Brandon Sword
bugei
Bushido Swords
Cheness
Citadel Knives and Swords
Cloudhammer/Byzer
Cold Steel
Condor
Dragon King
Dragon Sword
Dreamsword
Dynasty Forge
Feilong
Fidestisan
Gen2
Global Gear
Hanbon
Handmade Sword
Hanwei/Paul CHen
Haytaya Kotetsu
HSTS
Huanuo
Huawei
Iron Tiger Forge
Japanese Gunto
JKOO/Sinosword
John Lee
Kaneie
Kataku Budo
Kawashima
Komonjo (maybe this should be here)
Kris Cutlery
Last Legend
LyueSword
Marto
MAS Martial Art Swords
Masahiro
MiniKatana
Motohara
Munetoshi
Murasame Katana
Musashi
Nine Circles
OniForge
Onikiri
Point Gallery/Texas Steel Props
ProSword
Rittler Steel
Romance of Men
Ronin
Ryansword
Ryujin
RyuMon
Saber Smith
SBG
Shikoto
Shinwa
Simon Lee
siwode Katana
Skyjiro
Sokojikara
ST. Nihonto / sheng sword
Stage Steel
Starfire
Swords of Nothshire
Ten Ryu
TFW
Thaitsuki
True Swords
Trukatana
United Cutlery
Wiwingti
Yarai No Hanzo
YesKatana
Z-Sey
Zeist Armory
Zombie Tools

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Fidestisan Katana Unboxing

Matthew Jensen 2023-02-17 | This an an unboxing and initial impressions video from three Fidetisan swords sent to me.

You can find there mere if you are interested.
1.
fidestisan.com/collections/katana/products/fidestisan-handmade-40-inch-japanese-samurai-katana-sword-spring-steel-sharp-full-tang-white-saya
2.
fidestisan.com/collections/katana/products/fidestisan-khon223-japanese-samurai-bamboo-real-katana-sword-high-carbon-1095-steel-blade-full-tang-40-inch
3.
fidestisan.com/collections/wakizashi/products/fidestisan-japanesn-samurai-short-sword-katana-black-high-carbon-steel-straigh-blade-real-full-tang-wakizashi

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Knutson Folded Cable Waki Project : Part 2 - Finished Result

Matthew Jensen 2023-02-15 | This is a video about a blade that Chris Knutson sent to me as a gift. I had Josiah Boomershine do the polish work and the mystery man in black do the rest of the mount.

You can find part 1 here - youtu.be/3-d1ieVzIeI

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Fittings were from Hyper Cafe here - hyper-cafe.com

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What can you cut with a $50 sword?

Matthew Jensen 2023-02-11 | Many moons ago I did an review on a $50 sword from Musashi. If you are interested in the long video, then look here -youtu.be/CVx_BvQgTXc

This is a review of the Musahi/Musha brand $50 sword.

The old link to this sword is gone - Try this one - kultofathena.com/product/musha-hand-honed-katana-with-red-saya

This is a link to Sword n Armory with the $50 sword.
swordnarmory.com/handmade-musashi-practical-samurai-katana-sword-1

Link to first impressions video
youtu.be/dTwChKbkyT4

Handle/Tsuka Length: 10.75”
Blade/Nagasa Length: 26.5" (without habaki)
Sori: .35”
Moto-haba: 1.23”
Saki-haba: .83”
Motokasane: .2”
Sakikasane: .16”
Weight: 1lb 15.8oz
MSRP: $50

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$300 Iaito Review : Clouodhammer Steelworks 51CRV4 Steel Blade

Matthew Jensen 2023-02-07 | This is a review of a Cloudhammer Steelworks $300 Iaito made of 51CRV4

If you are interested you can by one here - rva-katana.com or here cloudhammerforge.com

More info
S7-Katana Review - youtu.be/NJ10eXhaexY
S5 Katana - youtu.be/VdFH4g2F7As
51CRV4 Katana - youtu.be/xR85KukCQC0

Iaito 51crv4
Handle/Tsuka Length: 10.5”
Blade/Nagasa Length: 27.5” (without habaki)
Sori: .72”
Moto-haba: 1.188”
Motokasane: .287”
Saki-haba: .853”
Sakikasane: .191”
Weight: 2lb 2.9oz
POB: 5.5” from tsuba
MSRP: $300

Musashi 51crv4
Steel: 51crv4
Handle/Tsuka Length: 10.5”
Blade/Nagasa Length: 27.62” (without habaki)
Sori: .73”
Moto-haba: 1.”23
Motokasane: .287”
Saki-haba: .878”
Sakikasane: .184”
Weight: 2lb 4.9oz
POB: 5.25” from tsuba
MSRP: $300
HRC: Between 50 and 55. 55 bites and 50 does not. Spine seems to be a little softer.
Edge: Still not 100% sure on if I am using the measuring tool right but seems to be about 22 degrees and fairly consistent.

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Quick and Dirty: Cloudhammer Steelworks $300 Iaito

Matthew Jensen 2023-02-07 | This is a review of a Cloudhammer Steelworks $300 Iaito made of 51CRV4

Full Review here - youtu.be/8dkvxb6R4BM

If you are interested you can by one here - rva-katana.com or here cloudhammerforge.com

More info
S7-Katana Review - youtu.be/NJ10eXhaexY
S5 Katana - youtu.be/VdFH4g2F7As

Iaito 51crv4
Handle/Tsuka Length: 10.5”
Blade/Nagasa Length: 27.5” (without habaki)
Sori: .72”
Moto-haba: 1.188”
Motokasane: .287”
Saki-haba: .853”
Sakikasane: .191”
Weight: 2lb 2.9oz
POB: 5.5” from tsuba
MSRP: $300

Musashi 51crv4
Steel: 51crv4
Handle/Tsuka Length: 10.5”
Blade/Nagasa Length: 27.62” (without habaki)
Sori: .73”
Moto-haba: 1.”23
Motokasane: .287”
Saki-haba: .878”
Sakikasane: .184”
Weight: 2lb 4.9oz
POB: 5.25” from tsuba
MSRP: $300
HRC: Between 50 and 55. 55 bites and 50 does not. Spine seems to be a little softer.
Edge: Still not 100% sure on if I am using the measuring tool right but seems to be about 22 degrees and fairly consistent.

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Cleaning the Qi Jian

Matthew Jensen 2023-02-06 | Just doing some sword chores. This one is cleaning a fun sword from Hanwei called the Qi Jian.

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Cleaning Day Ramble Stream - Good time for random questions!

Matthew Jensen 2023-02-05 | I am going to be oiling a few swords in my collection. Good chance to ask questions if you have em`

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Can you cut with a Yari (Japanese Spear)?

Matthew Jensen 2023-02-03 | This video is from an old review I did on the Hanwei Yari. You can see the video here - youtu.be/5ljroF2KAdk

This is probably not the best example of a Yari and many may have survived cutting better than this one did. The video is intended to be a bit of fun.

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Katana vs Longsword: Irrefutable proof the Longsword is better than the Katana!!

Matthew Jensen 2023-02-03 | Irrefutable scientific proof aside, hopefully the sarcasm is evident.

For context this was from a sword Review on a JKOO katana. The Longsword is from Ronin Katana which was also featured as a punching bag on many sword reviews.

This was the JKOO - youtu.be/-vBnEtuPaqw
This was the Ronin - youtu.be/cSS-BzSno9k

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Katana vs Longsword: Irrefutable proof the Katana is better than the Longsword!!

Matthew Jensen 2023-02-02 | Irrefutable scientificest proof aside, hopefully the sarcasm is evident.

For context this was from a sword Review on a JKOO katana. The Longsword is from Ronin Katana which was also featured as a punching bag on many sword reviews.

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This was the Ronin - youtu.be/cSS-BzSno9k

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Darksword Armory The Knochenbrecher Kriegsmesser

Matthew Jensen 2023-01-30 | This is a review of a Darksword Armory The Knochenbrecher

You are looking for more information or to purchase, then you can find it here - darksword-armory.com/medieval-weapon/medieval-swords/the-knochenbrecher-1327

Disclaimers:
This sword was sent by DSA for review. I did not pay for it.
This sword is a factory second, though it seems close to what a new blade would be.
*DSA did note to me that these were cosmetic and tempering issues. The blades both have a curve to them. I don’t see the curve in the blade so they must have keener eyes than I do.
I don’t study HEMA, keep in my thoughts that of an enthusiast and not an expert.

Notable review type things..
The bad.
The blade feels hefty in a bordering on bad way.
The hilt has pointy bits that can hurt your hands.
The blade is a little more wobbly than it needs to be.
The did not cut bottles or noodles well.

The Good.
The shape is handsome and somewhat unique.
The furniture is detailed and has depth.
For smashing targets, it was comfortable in my hands. Not a lot of shock to the user.

Blade Specs:
Hilt: 11.75”
Grip:9.75 ”
Pommel: 1”
Blade: 34”
Width @ Cross: 1.623”
Thickness @ Cross: .181”
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Width @ 2.5” from Cross: 2.023”
Thickness @ 2.5” from Cross: .169”
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Width @ 10” from Cross: 1.591”
Thickness @ 10” from Cross: .170”
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Width @ 20” from Cross: 1.934”
Thickness @ 20” from Cross: .164”
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Width @ 28.5” from Cross: 2.193”
Thickness @ 25.5” from Cross: .168”
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Width @ 30” from Cross: 1.743”
Thickness @ 30” from Cross: .149”

Total: 45.75”
Weight: 3lb 7.4oz
POB: 6.25” from Cross
HRC: Between 50 and 55. 55 bites, 50 sakes more. Tested edge and spine in two spots. Ricasso and 20” up the blade.
Edge Angle: roughly 25 degrees most of the way though it shifts a bit near the tip to 30.
MSRP: 645.00 USD – 805.00 USD

Advertised Specs:
Blade: 5160 High Carbon Steel.
Dual Tempered HRc 6048-50 at the core
Fittings : Mild Steel
Total Length: 45.5″
Blade Length : 34″
Grip Length: 11″
Weight: 3 lbs 8 oz.

Weapon Dynamics Specs:

Mass 1570.56358
Hilt Extremity 0
Grip Reference 29.845
Blade Extremity 116.205
Center of Gravity 46.0375
Lever Reference 2.54
Hilt Node 24.765
Blade Node 83.185
Action Point 24.765
Pivot Point 90.17
Action Point 11.43
Pivot point 75.565

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