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Post by brothersteel on Mar 26, 2019 15:56:55 GMT
First thread, so I look forward to the input! I'm thinking about commissioning a custom ko-katana design. I've looked at Sabersmith, Katanas for Sale, Scorpion Bows & Knives, and even SBG's own offers. Is there a particular favorite y'all have? Are any of the forges I've mentioned more preferable? Have I missed one? Just spitballing which will provide the better bang for the buck. A few generic specs and details are below.
Thanks in advance!
BL: 26.75 HL: 9.75 No tsuba, black ito and same tsuka
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Post by pgandy on Mar 26, 2019 17:31:45 GMT
Welcome to the forum Brothersteel. I am not really into katanas although I started out with oriental weapons. I have katanas both ways and would recommend a tsuba unless for some specific reason. Those measurements seem reasonable for a ko-katana.
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Post by Silent on Mar 27, 2019 13:39:36 GMT
Its this going to be your first? I would buy a cheaper costum ko-katana from Sinosword if thats the case. Before closing in on a possible 1500 USD sword.
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Post by brothersteel on Mar 27, 2019 15:58:46 GMT
Its this going to be your first? I would buy a cheaper costum ko-katana from Sinosword if thats the case. Before closing in on a possible 1500 USD sword. Yep. I've had to content myself with training weapons because of where I've lived, but along with a Cold Steel hand and a half* and Windlass Patton Sword as my primary picks for first sword, I've been going back and forth on a close quarters sword that also has a little extra reach than the hanwei ninjatos, also being a fan of the longer European hangers. *(http://www.kultofathena.com/product.asp?item=CS88HNH), just to clarify the model
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Post by Deleted on Mar 27, 2019 16:18:31 GMT
I have the Ronin Dojo Pro #10 ko katana, and I like it a lot. But then I'm not a katana guy. I like it because it handles more like a European style short sword. I got mine at Ronin's annual Scratch-and-Dent sale for $165.
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Post by Zen_Hydra on Mar 27, 2019 18:10:03 GMT
You should be able to get an aikuchi-style ko-katana from Sinosword for a pretty reasonable price. They have a custom sword menu with a bunch of options, but you can also send them an email describing what you want in as much (or as little) detail as you care to, and they'll work with you to come up with an agreeable design.
I've had good luck with my custom orders from them, but some people around here have had flaws turn up in theirs. I don't know how many swordsmiths Sinosword employs, but their consistency isn't necessarily where it should be. Then again, we are talking about custom swords for only a few hundred USDs (so, one should adjust their expectations accordingly).
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Post by brothersteel on Mar 28, 2019 13:10:25 GMT
You should be able to get an aikuchi-style ko-katana from Sinosword for a pretty reasonable price. They have a custom sword menu with a bunch of options, but you can also send them an email describing what you want in as much (or as little) detail as you care to, and they'll work with you to come up with an agreeable design. I've had good luck with my custom orders from them, but some people around here have had flaws turn up in theirs. I don't know how many swordsmiths Sinosword employs, but their consistency isn't necessarily where it should be. Then again, we are talking about custom swords for only a few hundred USDs (so, one should adjust their expectations accordingly). I've been doing my research on buying quality swords, so I don't mind paying a little extra for quality. What is the most durable steel from Sinosword, in your opinion?
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Post by maewyn on Mar 28, 2019 15:44:27 GMT
Huawei.
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Post by Zen_Hydra on Mar 28, 2019 16:02:16 GMT
You should be able to get an aikuchi-style ko-katana from Sinosword for a pretty reasonable price. They have a custom sword menu with a bunch of options, but you can also send them an email describing what you want in as much (or as little) detail as you care to, and they'll work with you to come up with an agreeable design. I've had good luck with my custom orders from them, but some people around here have had flaws turn up in theirs. I don't know how many swordsmiths Sinosword employs, but their consistency isn't necessarily where it should be. Then again, we are talking about custom swords for only a few hundred USDs (so, one should adjust their expectations accordingly). I've been doing my research on buying quality swords, so I don't mind paying a little extra for quality. What is the most durable steel from Sinosword, in your opinion? Sinosword's through-hardened 9260 has proven pretty tough in my anecdotal experience.
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Post by brothersteel on Jul 16, 2019 13:56:23 GMT
I've been doing my research on buying quality swords, so I don't mind paying a little extra for quality. What is the most durable steel from Sinosword, in your opinion? Sinosword's through-hardened 9260 has proven pretty tough in my anecdotal experience. I'm finally at a point where I can begin commissioning the couple designs I prefer. Having mooned over their tai chi saber, I'm hoping they'll be able to manage the hilt design I attach during the order. I've always loved the eagle head pommel, so I'm hoping they'll work with me on this.
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Post by haon on Jul 17, 2019 19:05:01 GMT
I've been doing my research on buying quality swords, so I don't mind paying a little extra for quality. What is the most durable steel from Sinosword, in your opinion? Sinosword's through-hardened 9260 has proven pretty tough in my anecdotal experience. Regarding your answer, do you have any experience with 9260DH? Since I always wanted to own one with a real hamon. Intended use is contact practice, of course with dull swords and full on protective gear. Does it / Would it still flex and bend back to true after a heavy blow on hard protectors or chainmail covered by leather and backed up by thick clothing? (If Sinoswords etched hamon looks as good as a real one, I propably would also settle with this)
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Post by Zen_Hydra on Jul 17, 2019 20:23:12 GMT
Sinosword's through-hardened 9260 has proven pretty tough in my anecdotal experience. Regarding your answer, do you have any experience with 9260DH? Since I always wanted to own one with a real hamon. Intended use is contact practice, of course with dull swords and full on protective gear. Does it / Would it still flex and bend back to true after a heavy blow on hard protectors or chainmail covered by leather and backed up by thick clothing? (If Sinoswords etched hamon looks as good as a real one, I propably would also settle with this) Unfortunately, my experience with Sinosword consists of through-hardened 9260, differentially-hardened mono-T10, and differentially-hardened folded-T10. My differentially-hardened swords still have some springiness to them, and haven't taken a set cutting newspaper rolls with a pine dowel core. It's hard to accurately speculate about what kind of damage they might take during abusive testing against armor. I can't stand the look of a fake hamon, and so I always avoid them.
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Post by haon on Jul 18, 2019 5:44:31 GMT
Regarding your answer, do you have any experience with 9260DH? Since I always wanted to own one with a real hamon. Intended use is contact practice, of course with dull swords and full on protective gear. Does it / Would it still flex and bend back to true after a heavy blow on hard protectors or chainmail covered by leather and backed up by thick clothing? (If Sinoswords etched hamon looks as good as a real one, I propably would also settle with this) Unfortunately, my experience with Sinosword consists of through-hardened 9260, differentially-hardened mono-T10, and differentially-hardened folded-T10. My differentially-hardened swords still have some springiness to them, and haven't taken a set cutting newspaper rolls with a pine dowel core. It's hard to accurately speculate about what kind of damage they might take during abusive testing against armor. I can't stand the look of a fake hamon, and so I always avoid them. Thank you for your answer, I asked them and apparently they dont make 9260 DH blades (I was told it cannot be done, even though the Cheness Kaze proves them otherwise...I think they have their reasons).
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