If you’re gonna invest in a samurai longsword to
add to your collection, you might as well enjoy the very best. The Ryujin
Brand Custom Sword allows you to customize your katana, allowing you to
choose from a wide range of specs and designs so that you end up with your very
own samurai sword that’s been carefully tailored to your needs. Handmade to the highest standards, the
samurai swords from Ryujin are luxury items that you can feel proud to add to
your collection of fine weaponry.

Now, if you’re new to the world of samurai swords,
allow us to explain why this type of weapon is essential to your
collection. With its rich history and
unique visual design, the samurai longsword is a must-have.

The
History of the Samurai Katana

The samurai katana is a Japanese longsword that’s been
used since the 1330s. In fact, the word
“katana” translates to longsword. For a
sword to be considered a samurai katana, it must have a blade that’s taller
than 60 inches and it must have a grip that can accommodate two hands as the
ancient fighting style requires that both hands be used. Additionally, the blade must be extremely
thin and have a curved shape.

This unique sword design was developed in order to
accommodate close combat fighting. The
samurai needed to be able to quickly draw his sword and take out his opponent
with a single slash, which is why the blade has that particular curve and why
it’s so thin. If it were too heavy, it
would require too much effort to maneuver, resulting in potentially deadly
consequences.

The samurai katana evolved over the following
centuries as its blade continued to grow in terms of length and its design
became more and more refined. Like most
types of swords used throughout history, the design was consistently improved
upon due to growing combat-related needs.

In 1876, it became illegal to carry a katana in a
public space. Because of this, the
katana became a less and less popular product over the following years, putting
many reputable swordsmiths out of business.
These days, swordsmiths in Japan are required to undergo intensive
training before they may manufacture and sell katanas.

However, in other parts of the world, the tradition
continues with fewer restrictions.
Today, weapon enthusiasts can purchase exceptionally crafted samurai
katanas as collectible items.

How
Samurai Katanas are Produced

A true samurai katana must be made from tamahagane, a
unique type of Japanese metal that is produced by layering steel with varying
levels of carbon. This labor-intensive
process removes impurities from the metal.
It also allows the blade to be incredibly strong despite how slim it is. Because this type of metal has more oxygen in
it, it can be more easily manipulated and stretched while it’s shaped and
hammered.

In order for the samurai katana to get its signature
curved shape, it must be covered in a slurry consisting of clay and water. This process is known as “tsuchioki.” This mixture of materials hardens the blade
so that while the blade is heated, its shape can be changed without it
breaking. The unique heating process
that’s used allows the blade to become soft, producing that signature line that
runs along the side. This line is known
as the “hamon” and distinguishes authentic katanas from reproductions.

From there, the blade's polished which can take
several weeks. It’s then given a mirror
finish and attached to the grip.

The
Custom, Handmade Swords from Ryujin

When you purchase a handmade sword from Ryujin, you’ll
receive a top-of-the-line samurai katana that has been carefully customized
according to your unique preferences.
This renowned company utilizes ancient swordsmith techniques in order to
provide you with an authentic, handcrafted sword that any collector would be
proud to show off.

To start, you can select the type of blade that you’d
like. If you choose a bohi, you’ll
receive a blade that has a much fuller groove.
You must also select the tsuba and tsuka. While Ryujin has standard blade and handle
sizes, you can choose to request different sizes upon placing your order.

You can also select different colors and patterns in
order to customize the appearance of your sword. Additionally, you can choose from a range of
materials.

Ryujin strives to honor the ancient tradition of
Japanese sword-making, which is why their handmade swords are among the best
that you’ll find. Whether you’re
planning on displaying your katana along with your other decorative weapons or
you plan on using it for drawing practice, Ryujin can give you exactly what
you’re looking for.

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The handmade swords from Ryujin allow you to have in
your possession a fully customized samurai katana created with your specific
needs in mind. If you wanna add this
iconic Japanese weapon to your collection, Ryujin will not disappoint.