Functional Samurai Swords
Our hand picked selection of Japanese styled swords are primarily geared towards providing serviceable martial arts grade swords for experienced backyard cutters and martial artists. Every sword is fully functional, from basic entry level to high end art swords.
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This is just a hand picked selection of some of our most popular and best value Japanese style blades
Remember, this is just a smattering of what we think are some of the best from each major brand that we make available and stand behind. Check out each of the brands above for MANY more available Katana, Wakizashi and much more..
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Screen accurate. Battle ready. Fan demanded. Forged from T10 tool steel with a real hamon and full tang construction, this is the Highlander sword replica you've waited decades for. Limited run. For true immortals only.
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5160 Spring Steel Differentially hardened Blade with clean suguha straight hamon and decked out with premium fittings. A serious workhorse of a blade at a fraction of its value.
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5160 Spring Steel Differentially hardened 29" Nagasa Blade with clean suguha straight hamon and decked out with premium fittings. A serious workhorse of a blade at a fraction of its value.
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Durable and affordable midweight (2.5lbs) Monotempered 65MN Spring Steel Katana blade with all iron Fittings, rayon over real rayskin. A tough, no-nonsense 'beater' sword for pennies on the dollar and great for frequent dojo cutting. Great bang for your buck.
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Premium quality, and one of a run of only 100 swords, the Bamboo Katana by Citadel Knives and Swords in Cambodia sets a new standard for high end cutting Katana truly comparable in quality to a genuine Japanese Nihonto. Each part is custom made to that particular blade with a QC standard that is truly world class.
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Fast and Lightweight, Premium Quality Folded T10 and 1055 steel blade as tribute to the legendary swordsmith Nagasone Kotetsu. Available in 3 sizes, select a 28", 29" or 30" Nagasa blade. MSRP $1,400
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Differentially Hardened 1566 Spring Steel blade with modern construction methods and materials - the evolution of the Japanese Katana is complete! 27" blade, 1lb 14oz. Companion blade to the Modern Wakizashi and the Modern Tanto. MSRP $439.00
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By popular demand, a bo-hi (fullered) version of the Differentially Hardened 1566 Spring Steel blade 'Modern' series by Dragon King. The evolution of the refined, fullered Japanese Katana is complete. MSRP$449.00
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The Practical XL Light delivers Hanwei’s ultra‑keen XL Light cutting geometry at the most affordable price point. Designed for speed and clean soft‑target cuts, the XL Light profile keeps the wide, razor‑sharp edge of the XL but trims the weight for quicker handling and faster recovery. The molded synthetic rayskin handle keeps the sword tough, simple, and budget‑friendly while still offering serious cutting performance.
Blade Length: 28 1/4”
Handle Length: 11"
Weight: 2 lbs 11 oz
MSRP $492.00
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The upgraded XL Light: same fast, terrifyingly sharp cutting geometry, but with traditional fittings, real rayskin panels, and better overall build quality. A more refined version for practitioners who want performance and a classic katana feel in the hands.
Blade Length: 28 ½”
Handle Length: 11”
Weight: 2lb 9oz
MSRP $599.00
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The Practical Elite takes Hanwei’s classic Practical geometry and gives it a performance boost. With a noticeably wider blade profile, it delivers more authority in the cut while still keeping the toughness and everyday reliability the Practical line is known for. It’s the “best of both worlds” option — more cutting power than the Classic, but still forgiving enough for regular dojo training.
Blade Length: 27"
Handle Length: 11"
Weight: 2 lbs 9 oz
MSRP $459.00
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The Practical Pro Elite is built for practitioners who prefer a longer blade and a stronger cutting presence. Using the wider Elite geometry, it delivers more authority in the cut while maintaining the durability and reliability of the Practical line. With its extended blade length and traditional fittings, it offers a commanding feel without stepping into the specialized XL profiles.
Blade Length: 28 3/4"
Handle Length: 14 1/8"
Weight: 2lb 13oz
MSRP $699.00
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5160 Monotempered Beater Katana Series (VERY tough, heavy use blades). Buffalo Horn Koiguchi. Unique and exclusive, made in house Steel Fittings. 30" 1/4 Blade. 3lbs. MSRP$545.00
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Differentially Hardened T10 Tool Steel Blade with Prominent, Real Hamon. A faithful replica of the sword used by the Japanese Anti-hero appearing on Japanese TV and made into a move in the 1970s with amazing blade, saya and kozuka throwing knife in the handle. MSRP $1,385.00
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The Practical Pro Katana is the extended‑length version of Hanwei’s classic Practical workhorse. With its longer blade and traditional‑profile geometry, it delivers extra reach and cutting presence while keeping the same rugged durability the Practical line is known for. The molded synthetic rayskin handle keeps the price accessible and the construction tough, making this a reliable choice for practitioners who prefer a larger, more commanding blade without moving into specialized geometries.
Blade Length: 29 1/2"
Handle Length: 15"
Weight: 3lb
MSRP $519.00
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The Practical Plus Elite takes the wider, stronger‑cutting Elite blade geometry and pairs it with upgraded, traditional fittings. You get the same boosted cutting performance as the Practical Elite, but with a proper rayskin‑panel tsuka and classic wrap for a more authentic feel in the hands. It’s the ideal middle ground for practitioners who want extra cutting authority without stepping into the higher‑priced performance lines.
Blade Length: 28"
Handle Length: 11"
Weight: 2lb 7oz
MSRP $559.00
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The Practical Plus Katana upgrades Hanwei’s classic Practical workhorse with a proper rayskin‑panel tsuka and traditional wrap, giving it a more authentic feel without losing the durability and reliability the Practical line is known for. It keeps the same tough, traditional‑profile blade geometry but adds better handling, grip, and aesthetics for practitioners who want a step up from the basic model.
Blade Length: 27 1/4"
Handle Length: 11 1/4"
Weight: 2lb 8oz
MSRP $519.00
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The Practical Plus XL takes Hanwei’s ultra‑wide XL cutting geometry and pairs it with upgraded, traditional fittings for a more authentic feel. This is the “power‑cutter” of the Practical Plus line — designed to glide through soft targets with ease thanks to its specialized, competition‑style blade profile. You get the same performance‑focused geometry as the XL series, but with a proper rayskin‑panel tsuka and classic wrap for better grip and handling.
Blade Length: 28 1/2”
Handle Length: 11”
Weight: 2lb 11oz
MSRP $579.00
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The Practical Katana is Hanwei’s most accessible, no‑nonsense training blade. Built with a tough, traditional‑profile geometry and a molded synthetic rayskin handle, it’s designed to take regular dojo use, imperfect cuts, and everyday training without complaint. If you want maximum durability and value in a blade that “just works,” this is the foundation of the Practical line.
Blade Length: 27 1/4"
Handle Length: 11 1/4"
Weight: 2lb 6oz
MSRP $399.00
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The Practical XL brings Hanwei’s ultra‑wide XL cutting geometry to the most affordable tier of the lineup. Designed for high‑performance soft‑target cutting, the XL profile delivers huge bite and clean, effortless slices — ideal for tameshigiri practitioners who want serious cutting power without paying for upgraded fittings. The molded synthetic rayskin handle keeps the price down while still offering a secure, dojo‑ready grip.
Blade Length: 28 1/8”
Handle Length: 11 3/8"
Weight: 2lb 15oz
MSRP $399.00
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Differentially hardened T10 tool steel blade with grey wolf themed fittings. Fast, lightweight and optimally balanced.
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Heavy duty 65MN monotempered Katana, with iron tsuba, brass fittings and traditional dragon-themed horimono blade engraving. Attractive & tough as nails - the Horimono series is our best value for money Katana series to date!
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Heavy duty 65MN monotempered Katana, with iron tsuba, brass fittings and traditional dragon-themed horimono blade engraving. Attractive & tough as nails - the Horimono series is our best value for money Katana series to date!
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Heavy duty 65MN monotempered Katana, with iron tsuba, brass fittings and traditional dragon-themed horimono blade engraving. Attractive & tough as nails - the Horimono series is our best value for money Katana series to date!
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Heavy duty 65MN monotempered Katana, with iron tsuba, brass fittings and traditional dragon-themed horimono blade engraving. Attractive & tough as nails - the Horimono series is our best value for money Katana series to date!
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Wide bladed yet lightweight Specialized Tameshigiri Katana designed to slice through tatami mats, bamboo and water filled bottles like a hot knife through butter. Tough monotempered 65mn Spring Steel blade with solid fittings and cotton hishigami ito wrap for maximum durability.
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A snow themed, sleek profiled T10 tool steel blade with hamidashi tsuba and rayskin reinforced saya. Attractive, fast and very practical.
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The 'Shadowtiger' black and yellow themed T10 tool steel solid bodied blade with rattan reinforced saya, equally at home in the dojo or the backyard.
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