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Post by Roscoe57 on Feb 2, 2023 21:32:28 GMT
Introduction:
Dragon King Taikyu Katana SD35480 I bought this one for the steel. T10 wth 9260 folded. Bought from RVA Katana. If your looking for a Dragon King or Hanwei, John will beat any comapnies advertised price. Historical overview:
The koi is a symbol in Asian culture of endurance. The koi struggles to return up rivers through strong currents and many difficult obstacles. After finally arriving at its final destination, the koi transforms into a powerful dragon. The artisans at Dragon King depicts this struggle in beautiful sword art that few forges can. Full Disclosure: Bought from RVA Katana. If your looking for a Dragon King or Hanwei, John will beat any advertised price. Statistics:
Folded Steel Blade Teal Japanese Silk Wrapped Tsuka Deep Blue Lacquered Saya SPECIFICATIONS:
Overall: 40 1/2" Blade Length: 28" Tsuka Length: 10 1/2" Weight: 2 lbs 9.8 oz Thickness at Guard: 6.5 mm Thickness at Tip: 4.5 mm Sori: 3/4" Blade Steel: T10 & 9260 Hrc Edge: 60 Hrc Back: 40 Pros:
Feels well balanced. Paper cutting sharp Everything is tight. Fits perfect in the saya. Ito is very tight. Beatiful blade, looks much better in person. Cons:
Tsukamaki could be much better in diamond shapes, It is almost identical to the wrap on my Dragon King War Horse. Looks like the same person did both.         
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Post by jckang on Feb 2, 2023 22:07:31 GMT
Introduction:
Dragon King Taikyu Katana SD35480 I bought this one for the steel. T10 wth 9260 folded. Bought from RVA Katana. If your looking for a Dragon King or Hanwei, John will beat any comapnies advertised price. *John will TRY to beat advertised prices.
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Post by Yagoro on Feb 2, 2023 22:20:44 GMT
Introduction:
Dragon King Taikyu Katana SD35480 I bought this one for the steel. T10 wth 9260 folded. Bought from RVA Katana. If your looking for a Dragon King or Hanwei, John will beat any comapnies advertised price. *John will TRY to beat advertised prices. lmao
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Post by zabazagobo on Feb 2, 2023 22:39:37 GMT
Cool! Thanks for the share. This particular model has my attention for a variety of reasons. Really like everything about the design and the blade looks nicely shaped and polished- in fact, it doesn't look like a Hanwei frost and more in line with something by Huano/Dynasty Forge. Your thoughts on the blade polish and relevant comparisons? If you don't mind sharing, how's the ha niku and edge profiling?
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Post by Roscoe57 on Feb 2, 2023 23:29:39 GMT
Cool! Thanks for the share. This particular model has my attention for a variety of reasons. Really like everything about the design and the blade looks nicely shaped and polished- in fact, it doesn't look like a Hanwei frost and more in line with something by Huano/Dynasty Forge. Your thoughts on the blade polish and relevant comparisons? If you don't mind sharing, how's the ha niku and edge profiling? I am not really seeing any Niku. Edge profile looks even.
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Post by zabazagobo on Feb 2, 2023 23:50:14 GMT
Ah cool, so a good dojo cutter profile. Thanks for the info
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Post by vagabondzenith on Feb 5, 2023 19:52:11 GMT
i was eyeing this sword love the theme
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Post by Roscoe57 on Mar 30, 2023 17:42:53 GMT
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