Whether you are a sword collector or a martial art practitioner, if you are looking for a Brown Cord Handle Katana that is a lot more than just a practice piece, you have come to the right place. Our swords are made of quality materials，each sword we make is handmade with care, fully functional, and capable of test cutting. Also if you are considering buying them as collections or gifts for your friends, That would be the best choice.
Placed the order on July 14th and received the sword today. Apparently when TrueKatana says "in stock" that means in stock in China.....still, the tracking was not bad at all, I could log on and get info anytime, right up until delivery. I admit I was apprehensive about paying this much for a Katana, but I have to say that it has exceeded my expectations and I am very happy with this purchase. r
The fit and finish is absolutely perfect, I cannot find a flaw in this blade, handle or scabbard. It even came with a neat silk lined case that I wasn't expecting. The Hamon is perfect, the blade has a beautiful taper and it is true to all the features of a WWII type 98 Shin Gunto. Anyone worried about the quality matching the price should buy with confidence, you will not be disappointed with this Katana!!!!!!
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High-performance Wwii Japanese Type 98 Army Shin Gunto Officer’s Saber Sword With Brown Scabbard |
Amazing quality. Everything is snug, tight, and very well-built. The tang is tightly wound with durable ray skin underneath. The end cap of the tang is snuggly fitted. The blade itself, while this will be used for display, is extremely sturdy. r
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My main purchasing factor was that True Katana was the only company selling WWII katanas (olive color, rosewood, etc.), and all of the designs and effects are 100% accurate, with the reasonable exception that there is no stamp on the blade (but that's expected, because those forges did not make the blade). With that being said, for what this is, it's well worth the price. r
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Also, shipping was very fast considering it came from China to America.
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Wwii Japanese Type 98 Army Shin Gunto Officer’s Sword |
OUR 22 YR OLD ABSOLUTE LOVED IT!! THANK YOU FOR. A TRUE KATANA!!!
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Wwii Japanese Type 98 Army Shin Gunto Officer’s Sword |
It’s a nice looking sword. Nice weight, too. I kind of wish the data wasn’t coated with high gloss. But, it’s a nice sword for the price, all the same.
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Handmade Japanese Katana Sword 1065 Carbon Steel With Natural Scabbard |
Great sword for the price. Could have been a bit sharper. But, I bought it mostly for display. It arrived much faster than I thought. I’ll definitely buy from True Katana again.
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Wwii Japanese Type 98 Army Shin Gunto Officer’s Sword |
The blade itself is beautiful And it arrived pretty quick. The fittings feel solid, and the overall aesthetic is exactly what I was looking for. However, the main issue is with the scabbard. Unfortunately, it doesn’t fit properly; the sword shakes inside, and if pointed downward, it falls out on its own. With that said if the saya had been properly fitted, this would have been nearly perfect.
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Japanese Katana Sword T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel With Black Scabbard |
If I could leave a 4 and a half star response, I would. The website may seem shaky but these blades I've adopted this month are beautiful. The website has outdated coupons but I was offered a discount on a blade I had in my cart for less than 2 days as well as a coupon for my last feedback review. I'd buy again one day.
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Handmade Japanese Sword With Orange Scabbard |
Sword was excellent but the ups postage was very high r
Thanks
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Wwii Japanese Type 98 Army Shin Gunto Officer’s Sword |
It looks very nice, however I think the color is more gold than orange
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Handmade Japanese Sword With Orange Scabbard |
Exactly as pictured, very sharp, and very sturdy (my husband immediately started chopping at branches with it). The Damascus looks sick irl
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Handmade Japanese Katana Sword Damascus Steel With Red Blade |
Another one for the collection. Pretty cool will be buying more
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Handmade Japanese Sword With Orange Scabbard |
I ordered a mid range priced katana just to see the quality. I just wanted to personally write the review. This katana is beautiful the inlays and the detail exceeded my expectations. The blade is just as beautiful as the sheath. I probably called it the wrong. I will definitely order more from there. The best place to buy a katana hands down.
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Handmade Japanese Katana Sword 1060 Carbon Steel With Black Scabbard |
Awesome. Beautifully made. Wife also loved it. Her favorite sword thus far.
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Handmade Japanese Sword With Orange Scabbard |
This katana was beautiful. I will be adding more true katanas to my collection.
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Handmade Japanese Katana Sword 1045 Carbon Steel With Black Scabbard |
Very nice reproduction officers sword. Very happy with the one I received
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Wwii Japanese Type 98 Army Shin Gunto Officer’s Sword |
Everything on the Katana was tight, Ito wrap, the fittings, tsuba, habaki. The blade does NOT wable. Heavy duty T10, for ridged durability, and a shape and elegant taper for the blade profile. Made for an excellent bamboo cutting sword.
The blade after cutting bamboo after bamboo, (28 stalks) had preformed above my expectations. It showed no signs of chipping, wearing, or anything that would affect the blade and make it go to failure.
It was right out of the box sharp and choji oiled.
I highly recommend this katana, a very skilled craftsman had assembled and forged this T10 blade. The Hamon is absolutely perfect and authentic.
Despite the reviews on Reddit, I was a little weary of dropping that cash on a sword like this, but it is for sure worth it.
I only hope that every katana on this site is assembled, forged with such skill and pride. For a Chinese sword made with Japanese traditional smithing, I can safely say that the katana you might be looking at is worth it.
They have excellent customer service.
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Handmade Japanese Katana Sword T10 Carbon Steel With Sunflower Tsuba |
My Husband absolutely loved this sword. Will definitely be buying more in the future as gifts.
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Handmade Japanese Sword With Orange Scabbard |
Sword is beautifully made. The shipping process was quick and I have 0 issues regarding the sword I received, however, the sword is not as sharp as I was expecting it to be, I'd just recommend getting some whetstone if that's important to you.
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Wwii Japanese Type 98 Army Shin Gunto Officer’s Sword With Brown Leather Scabbard |
Beautiful sharp the real deal I love it. Definitely getting more I had my doubts but was very happy with this thank you
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Handmade Japanese Sword With Orange Scabbard |
Generally okay experience. The order came quickly, within a day and a half to be specific. The blade appears to be of good quality and made of decent materials. The top metal piece attached to the opening of the wooden part of my sheath fell off upon opening the package and unsheathing the sword.
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Wwii Japanese Type 98 Army Shin Gunto Officer’s Sword |