First, the old – I could not bring myself to trash or liquidate those last LIMITED EDITION Dragon Swords from Ryujin, so while the year of the Dragon may officially be over, these won’t be until the last one is sold – and at $174.95 for that kind of blade, it should not be that much longer…
And next up, if you like tough monotempered Katana that also look the part – Dragon Kings ‘Seasonal’ Line is going on special for the next 2 weeks. The MSRP on these is $495, but we usually sell them at the most competitive price we can and still keep our shirts and that’s $379.
But until Valentines day, get ’em for $299.99 as we pass on the manufacturers steepest discount yet!
The Ryujin Horimono sale has done much better than expected in the lead up to its eventual back to normal ($99, which is still a darned bargain) and we gave run stock of all but two models, and those models are almost sold out too..
Horimono # 5 – 8 pcs left
Horimono # 4 – 2 pcs left
Horimono # 3 – 15 pcs left
SORRY GUYS! We still have the Limited Edition T10 Horimono Swords on as we decided it would be wasteful to scrap them when they still offer so much value.
Until 2019, the world was a much friendlier place for sword enthusiasts outside the USA. Back then, there were plenty of third-party services that made it relatively easy to order swords and have them shipped to your home country. These services were a godsend for collectors, re-enactors, martial artists, and anyone else with a passion for swords.
But then, things took a turn for the worse. Swords started getting singled out, and not in a good way. Suddenly, shipping swords internationally became a nightmare. Many US-based sword stores stopped shipping overseas due to concerns about fraud, shipping restrictions, and the hassle of additional paperwork. Even carriers flat out refused to carry swords for no legitimate reason other than they could.
For those of us living outside the USA, this meant dealing with massive local markups on a severely limited selection of swords. We were forced to resign ourselves to paying exorbitant prices for inferior products because it was just easier and sometimes the only way to get our hands on a decent sword.
Mail forwarders, which were originally designed to help US expats and digital nomads receive their mail and packages from the USA, became our only hope. These services provided us with a US address, allowing us to order swords directly from American sellers. However, even these forwarders started showing disdain for their sword-collecting customers. Many prohibited sharp objects and weapons. Even scissors or heaven forbid, shears or gardening equipment..
The situation is changing all the time, and it’s hard to keep up with the latest restrictions and hoops we need to jump through. It’s frustrating to see how something as simple as buying a sword has become so complicated and expensive for those of us outside the USA.
So, to all the sword enthusiasts out there, I say: stay strong, keep searching, and don’t give up. We deserve better than this!
For all medieval weaponry enthusiasts, Swordier has just unveiled two incredible new additions to their collection, now available exclusively at SBG. These swords are not just replicas; they’re meticulously crafted pieces of art that blend historical authenticity with modern craftsmanship. Let’s delve into the details.
“The Flower of War II”
The first marvel is the ‘Flower of War II.’ This isn’t just any longsword. It boasts ornately decorated yet practical steel fittings, making it not only a sight to behold but a formidable weapon on the battlefield. Designed with precision and thrust-focused combat in mind, this sword embodies the classic longsword style but takes it a notch higher with unparalleled structural integrity and handling.
What sets the Flower of War II apart is its affordability. Priced below $300, it offers exceptional value without compromising on quality. It’s fast, reliable, and perfect for those who seek both aesthetics and functionality in their weaponry.
The XVIIIb Hollow Ground Longsword, Genuine Leather Scabbard
Next up is a sword that truly deserves a spotlight. Indeed, a nickname for it could be ‘The Stunner,’ this piece is a testament to exquisite craftsmanship. Wrapped entirely in genuine leather (third Swordier model to take it to the next level like this without doubling the cost!), from the hilt to the scabbard, it exudes luxury and durability. The complex ring hilt is an artwork in itself, designed for both beauty and effective hand protection.
And the hollow ground edge is highly effective at reducing weight while creating interesting shearing cuts..
But words can only do so much—this is a sword you need to see to believe. Its striking appearance combined with its robust build makes it a must-have for any serious collector or medieval enthusiast.
For $359.95 and get all that – until just a few short years ago you would be lucky to get a scabbard alone for that price. Not to to mention a lethal, hollowground, cutting Longsword.. Wow..
The new Forge for Project X in short, totally rocks. Fast and precise work with high QC and exceptional value for money.
Here’s some recently completed customer design pics so you can see what the design combinations can create..
NOT FOR SALE – Customers Orders Images
You can see the detail of the complex interplay between lamination lines and hamon, buffalo horn jokiri and kurikata, premium silk sageo. Nice and subtle functional style.
Lovely choice of subtle earthy colors on this one, basic T10 blade.
Musashi iron tsuba, lovely ito and the full rayskin wrap that comes for free with EVERY Project X sword.
Subtle or eye catching, this is is definitely the latter. Free raysking wrap upgrade on the saya, work hardened copper 24K gilded gold and silver fitting set based on an actual antique. Its your sword, so why not make it POP!
EVERY Soshu Kiate blade is unique like a fingerprint. This one has a lot of a activity and is hard to look away from.
Just another laminate blade version highlighting the hand carved bo-hi and geometric kissaski.
Black on black always looks super cool and mean. Add a little splash of detail to the habaki and its set.
And if you wanna go extra mean, try black leather ito! It’s tough, hard wearing and very bad boy..
Eagle themed fitting set makes this design positively soar.
Just as lotus leaves lead to enlightenment (well, that was the idea!)
Back to the subtle is best theme, the classic iron sunburst shifts the weight forward for heavier cutting, and looks cool as hell with that habaki and brown ito.
Just a close up of the lamination. You an see its not just san-mai, this is the real deal..
And it’s not just Katana, Wakizashi and Ko Katana – not to mention matching Daisho sets are always popular and a real bargain.
They aren’t for sale, but if you want to try your hand, have a look at the options. One flat rate price for everything.
