Basics and Types of swords



A Sword is a long-edged metal-piece used as a cutting, thrusting, and slashing weapon in many countries around the globe. A sword consists of a blade and a hilt, with one or two edges for striking and cutting and a point for thrusting. The basic intent may have remained same, but the actual techniques vary among cultures and periods as a result of the variations in blade design and purpose.

Types of Sword according to popularity around the world -

KATANA Sword - It is a Japanese sword and it is often called a "Samurai Sword." The term 'katana' may be related to any curved Japanese sword with a blade length of greater than 60 cm (23.6 inches). Katana is often incorrectly used as a generic name for any kind of Japanese Sword.

The Katana's unique design and sharpness requires precautions to handle it. Failure to follow the precautions leads to damage to the weapon or severe injury.


NINJA Sword - Ninja sword is quite different from the samurai sword. The samurai sword was made of high-carbon steel, and took months to make. They were hand made specially for each samurai. The ninja sword was shorter (24 inches) and the quality of the swords was inferior to the samurai sword. The reason behind the poorer quality was the way they used the sword as opposed to the way the samurai used theirs. Samurai used to swing their sword, severing limbs and slashing at the opponent. On the other hand, Ninja used the sword in a more stabbing motion like a spear. in order to use the blade of the ninja sword effectively, one would have to use a sawing motion when the blade comes in contact with the opponents flesh. The idea of straight blade made them weaker but easier to make.

Kill Bill Sword - Everyone is familiar with the Kill Bill Movie. Also everyone knows about the famous sword, which the pratagonist of the movie holds - the Kill Bill Sword. The Kill Bill sword is one of the best one could ever keep. Kill Bill sword is an amazing replica of Katana. Kill Bill swords are one of the fantastically designed sword today. Also they are these swords are one of the cheapest. These swords are made with superb trimmings and crafted from the finest materials. Kill Bill swords are made of highly resilient and sharp blades. Kill Bill sword is 41 1/2" overall. These sword have a sharpened 27 3/4" 440 stainless blade with simulated temper line.

Samurai Sword - Samurai sword can be classified by length or by the types of the mountings.Classifications of samurai sword by length -

Japanese use the shaku to measure the length of the cutting edge of the samurai sword. 1 shaku = 11.903542 inches.

Long Sword (Daito) - Over 2 shaku in length.
Medium Sword (Wakizashi) - 1-2 shaku in length.
Short Sword (Tanto) - Less than 1 shaku in length.

Sword of the blak Prince - This sword was named after the prince Edward of Wales, who used to carry this sword.

The Black Prince, son of Edward III of England, is remembered for his great victory over the French at the Battle of Agincourt. Undoubtedly one of England's finest royal warriors, he earned his name from his blackened armor. Black Prince Sword has a highly polished 420C stainless steel construction, tempered to 45-50 HRC. The guards and pommels are metal cast, and features elaborate 24k Gold and Silver plated pommel and hand guard. Featuring prince edword's coat of arms emblazoned on the hilt and his motto on the pommel. This sword is perfect for costuming, decoration and collection.

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Blade Sword - These swords are named after the movie Blade, the pratagonits uses these swords to kill vampires. Blade swords are one of the most popular movie swords in the history. Though, they are used to kill vampires, Blade swords can be used as a weapon and useful tool in the real world. This sword comes with a hidden dagger and has an intricate detailing on the handle. It is one of the most beautifully crafted sword.

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