This website is designed as a beginner's guide to production katanas

Purchasing a Japanese style sword costs a lot of money and there are many options out there. Which to choose is ultimately up to you, the consumer. In the world of swords, the old phrase "caveat emptor" is more important than ever. The buyer needs to know what they are purchasing in order to make an informed purchase. This website is designed as an introduction to what is out there in the world of the Japanese katana. Please click on any of the links below to access information on that particular maker of swords.

Contents
Bugei page
Cold Steel page
Kris Cutlery
Last Legend page
Paul Chen page
Pictures of Nihonto
Pricing Chart
FAQ
News and Updates

Useful Information
Japanese Sword Index
Sword Forum University
Katana Terminology

This page is designed with the beginner in mind. All information on this page is derived from pictures, information on company websites and firsthand accounts. I value your input; if you would like to see something added to this page or feel that I have misrepresented anything, please feel free to email me. I hope you find this page helpful and I wish you good luck in your purchase of a sword.

Sincerely,
Leighton Tyau
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