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The Modern Katana Series is Complete!

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We are thrilled to unveil the latest additions to our ‘Modern Katana’ series: the new Tanto and Katana. Dragon King continues to redefine the timeless elegance and strength of the Samurai sword with a contemporary twist, combining traditional craftsmanship with the best of modern steel, construction methods, and scientific advancements.

Modern Katana with bo-hi: Evolution in Every Strike

The new Katana in our Modern Series is a sophisticated instrument designed for the urban warrior of today. It marries the best of traditional blade craftsmanship with cutting-edge materials, ensuring that every strike is as precise and powerful as its ancient predecessors.

Modern Tanto: Compact Powerhouse

Joining the bo-hi series is the new Tanto, a compact powerhouse that retains all the virtues of its larger counterpart. With the same meticulous attention to detail and high-quality materials, this Tanto is perfect for those who seek a low-maintenance yet powerful blade. It’s an ideal choice for the modern warrior looking for a practical and stylish option that seamlessly bridges the gap between history and modernity.

Why Choose the Modern Katana Series?

The ‘Modern Katana’ series by Dragon King stands out not just for its striking design, but for its innovative approach to sword-making. These are not mere Katana-shaped tactical blades; they represent the pinnacle of what the renowned Samurai sword would look like if it had continued to evolve with the latest technology. Combining tradition and modern science, our Katanas and Tantos are crafted to meet the demands of the present day without compromising on the timeless beauty and strength of the Samurai spirit.

Explore our new page dedicated to the Modern Katana series and discover how these contemporary masterpieces can elevate your collection or training experience, whether they be the new models with fuller or the flagship solid bodied blades, if Japanese swords had not stopped evolving, this is almost certainly what they would be today..

Modern Katana Series

Many (many) swords coming in from several major brands this week, so stay tuned.. It’s going to be a busy and fun one!

Tameshigiri Series – New Model, and now with names..!

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ALL MODELS STILL UNDER $300!

The 5th model in the acclaimed, cut atoms level sharp Swordier and SBG Tameshigiri series just introduced its second SBG exclusive member of the family (and added a cool option to ‘model 1’ (the Kazekiri, artist formely known as Model 1, heh).

It’s the same style of blade as the Flagship – Monotempered 65 Spring Steel, but with all black fittings and by popular request no hamon by default. But NOW you can choose if you want a fake hamon or prefer a plain blade. Both have this option now, no charge extra charge either way of course!

So now that each sword has a proper name, let’s meet them, starting with the cutter formerly known as model 1..

空の切り – Sora no Kiri – “The Void Cutter” (model 1a)

It’s black, it cuts the void itself, what other name could it have? Monotempered 65mn Spring Steel.

Quick Video with cutting and general close look by Alex by Swordier

The Choice of Whether or not to have or not to have fake or no hamon is also available on model 1 too, the Kazekiri..

風斬り Kazekiri – ‘Air cutter’ (model 1)

Previously Model 1, the flagship the started it all off! We call it the KazeKiri because the sensation of cutting the target and cutting the air is often about the same.. It’s a weird sensation as it just sails through the targets frighteningly too easily.. Monotempered 65mn Spring Steel.

嵐刃 Arashijin – ‘Sword of Storms’ (model 2)

The theme is Raijin, god of storms and thunder. But rather than another ‘Raijin something something’ sword, we decided to go with the theme of what this fierce deity and blade represent. Monotempered 5160 Spring Steel, leather ito.

虎斬り Toragiri – Tiger Cutter (Model 3)

Who is hunting who here? The Samurai or the Tiger? If the Toragiri gets the first strike when it comes down to it, it’s game over for the tiger! But if the Tiger ambuses the samrai and his Haragei senses are off, no sword in the world will save him.. Differentially Hardened Suguha hamon (beautifully executed).

嵐波龍 Arashinami Ryu – Storm Wave Dragon (Model 4)

This was a hard one to name. You have Mt Fuji above a stormy sea, a Golden Dragon raging in the skies, a wild Choji hamon (real) and a tiger taking shelter in a bamboo grove. Thus, the Arashinami Ryu.

Black Dragon Forge: New GLAMDRING

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It’s no secret that I am a sucker for fully functional fantasy swords. Some of the best makers in the world, past and present, have felt the same way with bespoke and unique creations (our list of custom sword making legends is here) – but most of us can only dream of owning something that high end, or even the official Albion swords like the Albion Atlantean are nearly $4K with no scabbard..

This is why since 2017 with our now defunct (but kind of reviving) Legendary Swords series was all about. Fantasy swords that work in the real world and have SO much more presence when displayed than the official stainless steel blade..

Of course, you have to be careful walking the legal line – fans want a real and well made, affordable replica, and if the official ones are crappy, too expensive or are just ‘off’ it’s fair to make a handful of what the true fans dream of.. And we make just enough adjustments so it is not an EXACT copy, but you’ll know what it is.

Currently both the Black Dragon Forge and Swordier and involved making battle ready fantasy designs for us, and they just finished their latest addition, the ‘Elf-wood’ style Glamdring inspired more from the books than the films..

The fittings are low maintenance stainless steel, the wood – all premium rosewood, the blade folded 1095 carbon steel and very, very functional..

It’s available with FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING for just $474.99 HERE

Check out the Black Dragon Fantasy Swords to date, it’s getting impressive and not restricted to one genre/book/storyline.

Black Dragon Forge Fantasy
  • Glamdring
  • ELITE Atlantean Sword
  • ELITE Folded Atlantean Sword
  • Assassins Creed Sword of Altair
  • The Cimmerian Sword
  • The Azure Flame
  • Sword of the Ancients

Unleashing the Power of Conan: Atlantean Swords by Black Dragon Forge and Windlass Steelcrafts.

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The high tales of adventures from the Cimmerian Conan the barbarian have delighted and kept both readers and movie goers on the edge of their seats for decades. Helped in no small part by Arnold Schwarzenegger being the perfect specimen for the role (though according to the original writings of Robert E. Howard, Conan was not so muscle bound but lithe and strong like a panther)..

Regardless of which version you prefer, the legend of Conan the Barbarian continues to inspire fans and collectors worldwide, with the Atlantean sword standing as a symbol of his might and heroism. For those looking to own a piece of this epic legacy, two notable creators have stepped forward with impressive renditions of this iconic weapon: first Windlass Steelcrafts and now the Black Dragon Forge.

Windlass Steelcrafts’ Atlantean Swords

Windlass Steelcrafts has crafted the officially licensed replicas, are high-quality, battle-ready pieces. Made with meticulous attention to detail, these swords feature intricate designs and durable construction. Though there have been minor quality control issues reported, these swords remain a popular choice for their overall craftsmanship and aesthetic appeal and are screen accurate. A scabbard is sold separately for $150 price of the sword itself is $474.95 (with the added expense of licensing fees).

Black Dragon Forge’s Atlantean Swords

In collaboration with Black Dragon Forge, we present two exceptional but unlicensed versions of the Atlantean sword:

Monotempered 1095 Carbon Steel Version:

  • 1095 carbon steel monotempered blade: instead of 1080. Extra time is spent polishing and sharpening.
  • Weight: It weighs 3.5lbs LESS than the official version, you can actually train with this one..!
  • Clean Lines and Brown Wax Cord Wrap: Ensuring both durability and a secure grip better than cotton.
  • Solid Brass Fittings: Adding authenticity to the design. Screen accurate.
  • Optional Scabbard: A barbaric synth fur covered, leather braided scabbard available for an additional $65. You would not believe how many prototypes it took to make that sucker, but I really liked the way it turned out and was worth the effort.
  • WORLDWIDE FREE SHIPPING
$574.99

Elite Folded Damascus Steel Version

  • Unique and Durable Steel: Each blade showcases a one-of-a-kind pattern.
  • Brown Cotton Cord Handle: Traditional and comfortable grip.
  • Artistic Craftsmanship: Enhances both the blade’s strength and beauty.
  • Affordable upgrade: Just $60 more for the folded blade version. We recommend the basic version, but the Damascus version is there for fans of complex blade patterning.

And if you are a true Conan fan like me, you might also like the ‘Cimmerian Sword’ by the Black Dragon Forge – and stay tuned, because there are more Hyborian era swords coming down the line very soon!

Black Dragon Forge Fantasy

Chinese Swords Joining the Swordier Line Up!

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From medieval to fantasy, renaissance to modern, now Swordier is expanding into some fantastic Chinese swords from history, myth and legend!

GREEN DESTINY SWORD

When the first replicas of the original Green Destiny sword came out, they were all junky stainless steel wallhangers. But now that the movie has achieved cult status and has fans all over the world looking for a REAL battle ready version, the search is over! With a pattern welded, razor sharp 1095 carbon steel blade, full tang and all steel fittings, it ticks every box – including price at just $399.95.

Green Destiny Sword

SWORD OF THE HEAVENS

Previously made by Forge Direct and costing $900 thanks to our previous partners in the project, Ronin Katana, whose secret inflation of the wholesale pricing lined his pockets but shortchanged SBG and our customers. Swordier brought this beautiful blade back for us exclusively – and it looks even BETTER than the work of Ronins forge, plus it’s less than half price at $429.95..!

Sword of the Heavens

CLOUD DRAGON WILLOW LEAF DAO

This was a sword that I was REALLY sad to see go when we closed down Forge Direct Chinese. But like the Sword of the Heavens, Swordier brought it back for us – and also like the Sword of the Heavens – they did a truly stellar job and took it to the next level, but for just $499.95.

So nice to have a decent selection of quality Dao again!

Cloud Dragon Dao