Short History Of The Katana

Wikiperiment — Sat, 02 Mar 2013 21:37:13 +0000

Katana swords are Japanese long swords with the edge on one side which started to be used in Japan in the 5th century. Most Japanese use this word in general, when referring to a sword. The weapon was usually worn together with a short sword similar to the katana called the wakizashi, both of which were used by Japan’s elite group of warriors called samurai. The two swords worn together...

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How Are Katana Swords Made

Wikiperiment — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 02:01:58 +0000

The Katana swords are characterized by there properties: they are curved, light, single-blade, guard circular or square and the handle long enough to be held with both hands. These swords originated from Japan and were widely used by Samurai, japanese warriors. An important method of getting the katana sword’s blade done is through forging. Steel from the blacksmith contains many impurities. Also it is homogeneous steel with different carbon content...

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Short History Of The Katana

How Are Katana Swords Made