Real Swords

  The Samurai are often romanticized as mystical warriors who lived for honor and defended the common people. But the modern-day myth obscures their true nature: Samurai were an elite fighting force who did monstrous things to maintain a twisted form of feudalism. The samurai class was a hereditary group of soldiers and scholars who served the warrior monarchs of Japan's clans.  Samurai warriors were trained in martial arts and philosophy but also studied poetry and other arts. They were considered a separate caste from the common folk, who were called peasants. The origin of the samurai can be traced to the Yamato period (ca. 300 BC - ca. AD 660) when political power shifted from imperial families to regional warlords known as "daimyos." These regional leaders established their own domains, which served as local governments within the Yamato state.  The samurai became part of these domains' militaries and developed estates for storing weapons and supplies that suppor...

  The term sword is an old word derived from several different Germanic words that basically translated to "sharp sword. The sword has a long history of being used in battle but the modern katana is considered the epitome of what a sword should be. The sword is a weapon typically used to cut objects and has been used in battle for many centuries.  Swords have been used since early times--about 10,000 BC--and are still widely wielded in battle around the world. Originally, cheap swords were mostly associated with infantry combat but later evolved into weapons used by warriors of all classes on horseback as well as foot soldiers with shields.   This weapon has a pointed metal head with sharp edges on one or both sides of the blade and can be used as a slashing or thrusting weapon. Swords are classified in three ways: broadsword, longsword, and rapier. Broadswords are utilized as slashing weapons and were often placed over the shoulder for greater convenience despite the bu...

  A bastard sword is a type of European sword in which the blade is angled so that it's nearly perpendicular to the hilt. This makes it a devastating weapon on foot, with its uniquely sharp point and weight-forward balance giving it some of the best cutting power available.  The term " bastard sword ", however, more often refers to the lower-quality swords made during this period and those poorly crafted or forged by nonprofessionals. This sword was primarily used by foot soldiers but was also popular among cavalry troops who charged into battle with their swords drawn and ready to strike down their foes. Features of Bastard Swords A bastard sword (also called a hand-and-a-half sword, or hand sword) is a type of European sword characterized as having a blade measuring between 25 and 40 inches from crossguard to point. Almost always asymmetrical in profile, the blades are relatively long but somewhat lightweight. Typical swords would weigh around 2 pounds. The grip typical...

  You know you love Japan's rich and complex culture. You've explored the big cities and tasted traditional Japanese food. You've seen cherry blossoms in season, taken in a geisha performance, or visited Kyoto for the spectacular temples there. What makes Japan so unique is its modern art scene - from anime to manga and more! But what are anime swords ? And that's where we come in! These swords are weapons that originate from Japanese animation, comic books, and video games. They are mainly depicted as being katana or wakizashi-shaped with a distinctive tsuba shape at the crosspiece. These two shapes of swords have different meanings but share the same symbolism. The term "anime" refers to the art style used in Japanese animation and manga. In contrast "sword" refers to any long-bladed object that was used as a weapon during feudal Japan including spears, knives, and other cutting tools such as ninjato. These swords also include guns of all types inc...

Imagine a world where the best weapons are not the deadliest, but some of the most beautiful. Swords in movies, ancient and medieval mythology, and even children's fairy tales are all made of pure beauty. This can include swords that are soft like mist in color or light as gossamer. However, these sword designs have become reality as art pieces of vibrantly colored metal.  These works have become so popular that they have been added to museum collections around the world. There is no denying that these beautiful movie swords can carry an incredible elegance with them when they are employed to fight evil villains who want nothing more than to spread death and destruction across their enormous empires. There are so many swords that have been used throughout history in movies and TV shows. Here is a list of some of the most famous swords from movies and their qualities. 20" Fantasy Sting Dagger Short Sword with Scabbard This is a fantasy "Sting Dagger Short Sword" with ...

  Swords have been around for centuries, used in warfare, hunting, and even ceremonies. Today, they are often seen as weapons of antiquity, but their history is rich and fascinating.  The history of these weapons is a long and varied one, with specimens dating back as far as three thousand years ago. Though the most famous sabers are typically those used in battle, many were also used for ceremonial or religious purposes.  History of Swords: The first swords were likely produced in the Bronze Age, around 3000 BCE. These early types were made of bronze and copper, and were relatively short and thin. By the Iron Age (1200 BCE), swords were made of iron and steel. These blades were longer and thicker than their Bronze Age predecessors, making them more effective in combat. During the Classical period (500 BCE – 500 CE), these weapons became increasingly elaborate, with richly decorated hilts and scabbards. Some of the most famous sabers from this era include the Roman gladi...

  A sword is a single-edged, blade weapon used primarily for cutting or thrusting. The term also refers to the weapon's hilt. Swords can be different in terms of shape and size as well as sharpness, depending on the type of sword and the culture it originates from as shown by ancient swords found all over Asia, Europe and Africa; dating back to 800 BC. Full Tang Swords A full tang sword is a type of sword which starts out as one piece. A tang is the metal blade that extends out of the hilt which is usually screwed to the hilt with a machine screw. A fuller helps balance and weight distribution. The blade on this sword type will run the entire length of the hilt, usually peeking below it, meaning that not all swords are made this way. This definition can be seen here:  The term is used for many weapons in many variations. A spadroon is a shortsword that has a blade of about 26–32 in (66–81 cm) with a 2 in (5 cm) wide fuller running the length of the blade, usually peeking out ...