Samuri Sword

[XSKAPE]

Ahhhh, But can I cut a man in half?

lol

and if it did are you going to buy it gansta to turn humans into sushi?

[4URMUM]

i have a real one but its smaller cost me 1800 and its that sharp that when it fell of the top of the cupbord it landed point fists into the table under it and was stuck there and this table is a inch thick

[RubyRS4]

No offence or anything, but how do you tell if its a fake or not? Besides how sharp it is. Ive heard if its of good quality it should balance perfectly at the hilt?

I collect swords myself and I've got a few in my collection. I've also got some books on the anatomy of a katana. From the pics it looks real. The sharpening of the blade looks authentic, but in today's society it can be copied. Sorry, just stating facts. Most sword makers stamp their name on the inside of the blade under the handle. But that requires dismantling of the sword to prove. Despite my knowledge, I personally wouldn't trust myself disassembling/assembling one, if it is the real deal.

GTR32X, did you import the sword as a live blade, or blunt. The sharpening of the sword will be one of the key factors in its true value. Can you provide more detailed pics of the handle, hilt work, the scabbard, the very tip of the sword, and the sword maker's logo. I could trace its origins and help you prove authentication.

no ones interested in this fine sword

You're advertising in the wrong area for this dude. Too many immature kids here who shouldn't have themselves a butter knife let alone a sword.

I'd love to buy it myself, but I'd need to free up some cash (too many investments right now). If its not sold by late July/early August, I'd love to view and inspect it myself, and I'd be keen to purchase! I'm quite serious if its real. I'll fly over just to see it.

I've got two katanas which I keep hidden away. One is live and the other had been bluntened for importing (I brought this one back myself 9 years ago). It was a shame to see a beautiful sword blunted. The 'live' blade I had imported thru my Shihan. A 3rd authentic sword would compliment my collection. I've also got an authentic set of nunchaku, sai and kali sticks. None of those cheap martial art shop copies!

[RubyRS4]

i have a real one but its smaller cost me 1800 and its that sharp that when it fell of the top of the cupbord it landed point fists into the table under it and was stuck there and this table is a inch thick

What you have then sounds like a Wakizashi, not a Katana. Although that sounds a tad expensive for even a Wakizashi.

A Tanto is a very short sword (like an assasins dagger).

Basically a Katana is approx 40 inches, a Wakizashi is 25 inches, and Tanto is 14 inches.

Samurai would wear the Katana and Wakizashi on their hip, and have the Tanto concealed for close combat ... or to commit Sepuku!

Got pics?

[GTR32X]

no i was in Japan and bought it as a live blade

i never ever got it sharpened

but i will post more pics up

[XSKAPE]

Too many immature kids here who shouldn't have themselves a butter knife let alone a sword.

I've also got an authentic set of nunchaku, sai and kali sticks.

Too much Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles for you.

If its not sold by late July/early August, I'd love to view and inspect it myself, and I'd be keen to purchase! I'm quite serious if its real. I'll fly over just to see it.

After you get your Tax return?

[RubyRS4]

no i was in Japan and bought it as a live blade

i never ever got it sharpened

but i will post more pics up

Sweet.

I lived in Japan for a bit and brought back a few items Got an authentic Japanese doll too for the (ex)wife that beats the crap they pass off as authentic here. Wish I'd kept the bloody thing instead of letting the ex take it.

If you ever wanna check out the history of some samurai's and a musuem for swords, pay Miyazaki and Takanabe a visit on the Kyushu island. Very interesting stuff

[GTR32X]

Guys to be honest i dont know too much about Samurai's and so forth but i all i knew was that i wasnt a real one not a fake shit one!

So when i was in Tokyo i asked around and went to a few shops but they all seemed abit crap.

But when i went to this Particular shop (Japanese Sword Shop) in Tokyo it was a genunie Samurai shop.

They had sword that had been used by Emporors for $50,000.

Never knew swords could cost so much!!!

I kept on asking if i get a guy to put his hand out and i slice it down would it chop it off.

He looked at me funny but said YES YES VERY SHARP.

Also he told me never to hold the blade with my hand as sweat can go on the blade and mark it.

If not tonight maybe tomorrow will post up more pics.

[GTR32X]

this is my receipt

No it is a Katana.

Thats what is say on my receipt anyways

Edited June 18, 2008 by GTR32X

[GTR32X]

sorry guys been real busy lately

Will post up more pics soon

[RBJ3T]

This is turning into a somewhat of a Carmen Sandiego mystery thread. I'm enjoying hearing the knowledge out there on this. If there's one thing the Japs know it's precision. I'd love to see this sword cut something in half......

[shunter]

just wonderng. i heard that the real swords have a "Blood Track" to allow the blood so flow down and out the blade. ( once inserted into someone ofcourse lol) is that a tru fact and does this sword have it or is that just a dumb rumor i heard.

[GTR32X]

honestly i have never stabbed anyone or anything with it

so i wouldnt know

[GTR32X]

Is anyone interested in this sword or should i just take it off??

This is a real Samuria Sword and not fake!!

[MaTBoY]

You could give it to me

[Mick]

Is it spring steel ?

Have you tried bending the blade to see if it folds or springs back.

I dont supose you would be interested in swapping it for an R33 full 6point rollcage, but i dont know if it fits an r34 though..

I also have a HPI Nitro remote controlled R34 car that i paid over $1000 all up for that i have the receipt still for that i'll through in also ..

Damn i love swords, i watched a making of them also, i spun out when i seen that the curve of the blade comes naturaly when cooled ..

Edited August 14, 2008 by Mick

[GTR32X]

No champ,

Not after anything but cash!!

Thanks anyways !!!

Its a good quality sword!!!

[GTR32X]

Hey all in a couple more weeks i like be getting the sword Valuated so then I will know what its worth and everything about it!

[F u r i o u s]

If this is able to be sent to Perth, ill take it, but like you said your not sure if you will be able to send interstate, Can anyone help me with this question?

[GTR32X]

If this is able to be sent to Perth, ill take it, but like you said your not sure if you will be able to send interstate, Can anyone help me with this question?

Pm sent

Yes u can send it to Perth