IPad Air4 for size comparison. It's beautiful, just like the photos. It has a hefty weight and feels sturdy. I absolutely love it and just need to get a display stand for it.
I didn't want to remove the plastic on the blade, as I don't have any oil yet to care for it, so I'm leaving it wrapped but I saw no chips, bends, dents, or scratches on the blade. It arrived carefully wrapped between two blocks of Styrofoam in perfect condition and tracking was easy to follow. Overall I'm super satisfied and so glad I bought it.

Handmade Japanese Shikomizue Sword, Bamboo Style Chokuto Without Tsuba

Very nice, well made sword. I never considered its weight, but I can feel it is solid.

Hilarious "do not use for" rules on the enclosed card. (Ex. - Do not groom your dog with this sword")

Handmade Japanese Shikomizue Sword, Bamboo Style Chokuto Without Tsuba

This one is a great find. Beautiful build quality and also very affordable. It caught my eye emediately on the website, ordered it and when it arrived in almost less than a week I was not disappointed. The weight of it is awesome, really feels strong in hand. The sleek simple bamboo design is top notch also . This sword took me back to my days in Okinawa, Japan thanks True Katana! When it arrived there was a couple cracks in my scabbard causing it to release a little loosely but I addressed it with TrueKatana Customer service and they sent me a new scabbard free of charge! Best customer service ever! Sent an email with a couple pictures and Fiona responded promptly within 24 hrs. Very pleased with the TrueKatana brand so far! Looking forward to my next purchase. THANKS!!

Handmade Japanese Shikomizue Sword, Bamboo Style Chokuto Without Tsuba

It's little heavier than I imagined. But looks good. I do have to say, they have been inconsistent with product descriptions. I'm not sure if this is a full tang.

Handmade Japanese Shikomizue Sword, Bamboo Style Chokuto Without Tsuba

I don’t know much about swords but it was pretty dirty on the inside so I don’t think I can keep it in the holder without it getting brown dirty stuff on it. but the quality of it was incredible thanks so much for the speedy delivery

Handmade Japanese Shikomizue Sword, Bamboo Style Chokuto Without Tsuba

Very sharp and excellent craftsmanship. Also love the design!

Handmade Japanese Shikomizue Sword, Bamboo Style Chokuto Without Tsuba

Awesome sword, loved the accuracy of the tracking and came pretty quickly, will definitely order again.

Handmade Japanese Shikomizue Sword, Bamboo Style Chokuto Without Tsuba

Sword is amazing. Considering it come from across the world it got here relatively fast. You can tell the sword was made carefully and is incredibly sharp. This sword and sword website is amazing and I’ll definitely be shopping here again.

Handmade Japanese Shikomizue Sword, Bamboo Style Chokuto Without Tsuba

Sturdy, no chips or rust and doesn't wiggle at all at the hilt. Feels very sturdy and secure

Handmade Japanese Shikomizue Sword, Bamboo Style Chokuto Without Tsuba

Came super quick and build quality is excellent. Will definitely order more down the road.

Handmade Japanese Shikomizue Sword, Bamboo Style Chokuto Without Tsuba

Perfect birthday gift for my boyfriend and it shipped so SO fast!

Handmade Japanese Shikomizue Sword, Bamboo Style Chokuto Without Tsuba

Good sword. Curious to what the liquid on the blade was.

Handmade Japanese Shikomizue Sword, Bamboo Style Chokuto Without Tsuba

It came in alot faster than I would have thought! It was perfectly packaged and the sword itself is absolutely beautiful. It has a good weight to it, which makes it feel that much better. Definitely one of my favorite purchases. Highly recommended.

Handmade Japanese Shikomizue Sword, Bamboo Style Chokuto Without Tsuba

I love this katana, It is very pleasing to the eye.
This black Bamboo Shirasaya is surprisingly made very well, it is handmade with a full tang that is made of 1045 carbon steel.
The tsuka or handle is fitted very tightly and does not move at all and is thin but fits nicely in the hand/s.
The habaki fits very well and isn't loose, the blade is pretty sharp and will cut but I'll put a much better edge on it with a wet stone and leather strop it will definitely take a fine razor edge.
The kissaki (tip) is done well and cleanly and easily penetrates cardboard, straw, and pigskin (yes I tried it).
The hamon or wave pattern made by clay differently treating it, is prounced enough to see and looks good, it fits good in the saya (scabbard) but could be a bit tighter I'll fix that with a thin shim. No biggie.
Overall this is a really nice Shirasaya and will be a great addition to my Japanese sword collection, it's well worth the money at this price.

Handmade Japanese Shikomizue Sword, Bamboo Style Chokuto Without Tsuba

Blade is curved about 6 inches from the tip, not bad but noticeable.

Handmade Japanese Shikomizue Sword, Bamboo Style Chokuto Without Tsuba

Just needs to be sharpened a little better is all. Other then that it was worth the money.

Handmade Japanese Shikomizue Sword, Bamboo Style Chokuto Without Tsuba

Great quality! Will definitely purchase more in the future.

Handmade Japanese Shikomizue Sword, Bamboo Style Chokuto Without Tsuba

Love the sword!! My Grandson was and still is so happy with it!!

Handmade Japanese Shikomizue Sword, Bamboo Style Chokuto Without Tsuba

I love it!!!!!! It's a great quality hand made product better than the pictures. I totally recommend this site and fast shipping, thanks.

Handmade Japanese Shikomizue Sword, Bamboo Style Chokuto Without Tsuba

The sword is exactly what I expected to get. No surprises. I am satisfied with the order.

Handmade Japanese Shikomizue Sword, Bamboo Style Chokuto Without Tsuba