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How was the Samurai sword made?

How was the Samurai sword made?

Matt Tait December 29, 2024

An introduction guide to the process and materials used in forging a Samurai sword. The katana, a...

Essential Antique Sword Books: The Best Reference Guides for Collectors
by Jayne Ellis on August 27, 2026 at 11:07 am
Buying an antique sword without first buying a few good books is an impressively expensive way to learn. The post Essential Antique Sword Books: The Best Reference Guides for Collectors appeared first on Seven Swords.
Essential HEMA Books: The Historical Fencing Library Worth Building
by Jayne Ellis on August 23, 2026 at 3:59 pm
Historical European Martial Arts has a rather unusual relationship with books. In most combat sports, reading is supplementary. The post Essential HEMA Books: The Historical Fencing Library Worth Building appeared first on Seven Swords.
Napoleonic Sword Auction Guide: Prices, Identification and Buying Advice
by Matt Tait on August 12, 2026 at 11:31 am
Buying an original Napoleonic sword is one of those collecting decisions where enthusiasm can become expensive remarkably quickly. The post Napoleonic Sword Auction Guide: Prices, Identification and Buying Advice appeared first on Seven Swords.
Reconstructing the Battle: Archaeological Methods in Action
by Jayne Ellis on July 13, 2026 at 6:34 pm
Ancient battles rarely leave behind neat explanations. There are no helpful signposts declaring, “The decisive cavalry charge happened The post Reconstructing the Battle: Archaeological Methods in Action appeared first on Seven Swords.
Medieval Swords: The Complete History of Their Development, Evolution and Decline
by Jayne Ellis on July 10, 2026 at 12:54 pm
From Viking blades and knightly arming swords to Japanese katana and Indian talwars, the medieval world produced an The post Medieval Swords: The Complete History of Their Development, Evolution and Decline appeared first on Seven Swords.