Iaido: Unleashing the Art of the Samurai Sword
Posted: May 25, 2023
Iaido is a disciplined art form that centers around the use of the samurai sword. Derived from ancient Japanese swordsmanship, Iaido focuses on drawing, striking, and sheathing the sword.
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The Ulfberht Sword: Unraveling the Mysteries
Posted: May 19, 2023
The Ulfberht sword stands as a symbol excellence, and technological advancement during the Viking Age. Its unparalleled craftsmanship and mysterious inscription continue to captivate the imagination.
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The Kopis Sword
Posted: April 17, 2023
The Kopis is a very unique sword with a clever design. The forward curving blade is called a recurve capable of heavy cleaving.
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The Roman Rudis
Posted: April 17, 2023
A rudis is a wooden sword received by a gladiator who achieved earning his freedom or retirement. It was carried with him as proof of his accent from slave
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Learn About Medieval Swords
Posted: April 15, 2023
The evolution of the medieval sword began earlier than 1500 BC with the traditional one-handed sword carried by the celts.
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Learn About The Katana
Posted: April 15, 2023
How Was The Japanese Samurai Sword Built? Learn the Terms, History And Parts Of This Legendary Sword.
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Forging a Katana
Posted: March 27, 2023
These Are The 6 Crucial Steps Required To Forge A Differential Tempered Katana. Additional Steps Are Required For A Traditional Folded Or Damscus Blade.
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Choosing the Right Cutting Target
Posted: March 24, 2023
Making the right choice while selecting a sword cutting target can make the difference between a fun cutting session and dissapointment.
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Backyard Cutting Swords
Posted: March 23, 2023
For every great sword master there were just as many not so great beginners! You are ready to take the plunge by setting up your own backyard cutting dojo but where to begin?
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The Roman Gladius
Posted: July 10, 2021
What did the roman army carry? Have a look at as we break down the parts of the Roman gladius.
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How To Display Katana
Posted: July 10, 2021
How was the Japanese Samurai Katana Displayed and Why? Learn Why and How we Use Tradition In Our Displays Today.
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Reliks Chorui Released
Posted: July 10, 2021
Reliks Chorui Katana is an exclusive sword available only through Reliks. This piece has been custom designed for cutting with good balance and feel.
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Sword Sharpening
Posted: July 10, 2021
Reliks can sharpen your European sword for your Western martial art and sword cutting practice. Great for cutting pool noodles and tatami mats
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How To Maintain A Functional Sword
Posted: July 10, 2021
How to keep your functional sword well maintained so that it will continue to look like it was forged yesterday
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The Katsumushi Katana
Posted: July 10, 2021
The Limited Edition Katsumushi Katana was an exclusive edition katana limited to 500 pieces worldwide and was designed by Reliks and produced by Paul Chen and Hanwei.
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Hanwei Production Standards
Posted: July 10, 2021
Hanwei has set the standard for semi-production katana produced today for the modern martial artist.
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Windlass Steelcrafts Manufacturing
Posted: July 10, 2021
Windlass Steelcrafts manufactures hand forged functional swords and have set a high standard for european sword makers in terms of quality and price.
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Windlass Sword Construction
Posted: July 10, 2021
How Windlass Steelcrafts uses traditional forging tecniques to produce hand forged functional swords that could hold their own against the swords they are modaled after.
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Buying Your First Sword
Posted: July 10, 2021
A Guide to buying your first REAL hand forged functional sword! swords come In many forms and we can help you find the right piece.
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Sword Care and Maintenance
Posted: July 10, 2021
How to take care of decorative swords as well as functional swords. These are the most basic and simple steps
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Sword Fun Facts
Posted: July 10, 2021
Sword Trivia or Fun Facts that you may or may not know about Swords the who what and where's about their usage.
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Repair A Rusty Sword
Posted: July 10, 2021
You left your sword in a moisture trapping scabbard too long and now its rusty. This DIY article will show you in 7 easy steps how to make your sword look like new again
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Fix A Tight Saya
Posted: July 10, 2021
Adjusting a saya for a katana. This DIY article will show you in three simple steps how to adjust a tight saya for a perfect fit.
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Break Down A Katana
Posted: July 10, 2021
Taking apart a katana for sword cleaning and maintenance. This DIY article will show you step by step how to disassemble and reassemble your Japanese Katana.
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