About Ronin Katana
Dec 29, 2015 2:55:33 GMT
Post by Daniel Dacombe on Dec 29, 2015 2:55:33 GMT
From the SBG Main page:
Ronin Katana was started in 2005 by Texan Chris Scoggin, who got sick and tired of buying Katana on ebay only to be continually disappointed and decided to do something about it.
Chris traveled to the Mecca of Chinese sword manufacturing, Longquan city, met the owners of the major sword forges and spent many years working with them back and forth to create a line of Japanese swords based on the Dotanuki style of sword-smithing – swords with thick and powerful cutting blades that were so brutally effective that the style was actually banned during the peaceful Edo period of Japanese history!
However, what was truly revolutionary about these 1060 monotempered swords was not just their durability and cutting power – it was also the use of unheard of, high quality materials in the overall construction – such as real silk ito wrap instead of cheap cotton, all iron fittings with tsubas copied from actual historical antiques and buffalo horn fittings on the saya – all for under the $300 price point.
Another point of difference is that each year Ronin Katana sends out thousands of dollars worth of their products to be independently stress tested by respected, third party members of the sword community and take great pride in their products.
Product Lines:
Dojo – Ronin Katana’s previous line of entry level katanas which had many diverse designs. 1045 carbon steel blades, iron fittings, silk ito. No longer in production.
RK Series – The RK series blades are forged from 1045 carbon steel and have been differentially hardened to produce a real hamon. These are designed as entry level backyard cutters and are rated for use on water bottles, pool noodles, and single soaked tatami mats.
Dojo Pro – Through Hardened 1060 Steel Dotanuki Katana, with sold iron tsuba (guard) modeled after Japanese antinques. Extensively tested against bamboo, and triple tatami mats. 30 models to choose from.
Hammer forged - The Ronin hammer forged line is forged with muscle and sweat without the use of modern power hammers.
Dojo Elite – Traditionally forged katana using advanced Japanese lamination methods developed by legendary masters such as Masamune. The elite line features blades in the Gomai, Shihozume, and Soshu kitae styles and Dotanuki school. These are among the most advanced lamination methods the Japanese produced, with Shihozume and Soshu kitae being the most rare. Each blade is hand forged by a Master Smith who has obtained at least two of the three government awarded ranks.
Project X – Project X is an ongoing collaboration between SBG and Ronin Katana , producing an eclectic collection of single run, limited edition heirloom quality swords personally hand made by Government Certified Master Swordsmiths.
European Line - Hand forged European swords with ornate leather wrapped wood core scabbards. Several different models have been made, currently upgraded to have peened pommels.
Hanzo Steel Line (NEW) - Inspired by the famous Japanese samurai, Hatori Hanzo, the Hanzo Steel katana have been forged from differentially hardened 1060 steel, and have a real hamon. These blades have a titanium coating, and come with a back wearable leather wrapped sheath.
Warranty:
All Ronin katana have a 30 day return guarantee You must obtain a Return Authorization number (RA) and write the RA number on the box. Returns sent back which are not inside a shipping box will be refused. You must ship the katana back in the same type of packaging you received it. Returns that do not have a RA number will be refused.
Important: There is a 20% restocking fee on all returns for a refund. The sword must be in the same condition it was received. If you have used it or taken it apart, you own it. I do not reimburse shipping costs.
Damaged katana: Ronin must be notified via email within 3 days of receipt that a problem exists. A RA number will be issued, and an even exchange will be provided.
Where to Buy:
Sword Buyer's Guide Sword Store
Ronin Katana Home Page
Other Links:
Ronin Katana Blog
Official Ronin Katana Youtube
Official Ronin Katana Facebook
Ronin Katana was started in 2005 by Texan Chris Scoggin, who got sick and tired of buying Katana on ebay only to be continually disappointed and decided to do something about it.
Chris traveled to the Mecca of Chinese sword manufacturing, Longquan city, met the owners of the major sword forges and spent many years working with them back and forth to create a line of Japanese swords based on the Dotanuki style of sword-smithing – swords with thick and powerful cutting blades that were so brutally effective that the style was actually banned during the peaceful Edo period of Japanese history!
However, what was truly revolutionary about these 1060 monotempered swords was not just their durability and cutting power – it was also the use of unheard of, high quality materials in the overall construction – such as real silk ito wrap instead of cheap cotton, all iron fittings with tsubas copied from actual historical antiques and buffalo horn fittings on the saya – all for under the $300 price point.
Another point of difference is that each year Ronin Katana sends out thousands of dollars worth of their products to be independently stress tested by respected, third party members of the sword community and take great pride in their products.
Product Lines:
Dojo – Ronin Katana’s previous line of entry level katanas which had many diverse designs. 1045 carbon steel blades, iron fittings, silk ito. No longer in production.
RK Series – The RK series blades are forged from 1045 carbon steel and have been differentially hardened to produce a real hamon. These are designed as entry level backyard cutters and are rated for use on water bottles, pool noodles, and single soaked tatami mats.
Dojo Pro – Through Hardened 1060 Steel Dotanuki Katana, with sold iron tsuba (guard) modeled after Japanese antinques. Extensively tested against bamboo, and triple tatami mats. 30 models to choose from.
Hammer forged - The Ronin hammer forged line is forged with muscle and sweat without the use of modern power hammers.
Dojo Elite – Traditionally forged katana using advanced Japanese lamination methods developed by legendary masters such as Masamune. The elite line features blades in the Gomai, Shihozume, and Soshu kitae styles and Dotanuki school. These are among the most advanced lamination methods the Japanese produced, with Shihozume and Soshu kitae being the most rare. Each blade is hand forged by a Master Smith who has obtained at least two of the three government awarded ranks.
Project X – Project X is an ongoing collaboration between SBG and Ronin Katana , producing an eclectic collection of single run, limited edition heirloom quality swords personally hand made by Government Certified Master Swordsmiths.
European Line - Hand forged European swords with ornate leather wrapped wood core scabbards. Several different models have been made, currently upgraded to have peened pommels.
Hanzo Steel Line (NEW) - Inspired by the famous Japanese samurai, Hatori Hanzo, the Hanzo Steel katana have been forged from differentially hardened 1060 steel, and have a real hamon. These blades have a titanium coating, and come with a back wearable leather wrapped sheath.
Warranty:
All Ronin katana have a 30 day return guarantee You must obtain a Return Authorization number (RA) and write the RA number on the box. Returns sent back which are not inside a shipping box will be refused. You must ship the katana back in the same type of packaging you received it. Returns that do not have a RA number will be refused.
Important: There is a 20% restocking fee on all returns for a refund. The sword must be in the same condition it was received. If you have used it or taken it apart, you own it. I do not reimburse shipping costs.
Damaged katana: Ronin must be notified via email within 3 days of receipt that a problem exists. A RA number will be issued, and an even exchange will be provided.
Where to Buy:
Sword Buyer's Guide Sword Store
Ronin Katana Home Page
Other Links:
Ronin Katana Blog
Official Ronin Katana Youtube
Official Ronin Katana Facebook