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How to Read a Sword Spec Sheet: Length, Curve, Thickness and Balance

How to Read a Sword Spec Sheet: Length, Curve, Thickness and Balance

October 02, 2026

What nagasa, sori, motohaba, kasane, tsuka length, weight and balance point mean, how each is measured, and how to compare two swords fairly.

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Anatomy of a Katana Mounting: The Parts You Choose When You Design a Custom Sword

Anatomy of a Katana Mounting: The Parts You Choose When You Design a Custom Sword

September 25, 2026

What the habaki, tsuba, tsuka, menuki, fuchi, kashira and saya actually do, and how to choose each one when you design a custom katana. Illustrated with museum pieces from the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

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A short history of Korean swords—from deep antiquity to the handbooks of Joseon

September 07, 2025

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The Science of Heat Treatment: Why Temperature Control Beats Guesswork

The Science of Heat Treatment: Why Temperature Control Beats Guesswork

September 05, 2025

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Choosing Your First Cutting Sword: Geometry, Weight, and Balance Explained

Choosing Your First Cutting Sword: Geometry, Weight, and Balance Explained

September 04, 2025

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Custom Katana, Start to Finish: From Spec Sheet to Final Polish

Custom Katana, Start to Finish: From Spec Sheet to Final Polish

September 04, 2025

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Jingum 101: A Practical Guide to Korean Swords for Modern Training

Jingum 101: A Practical Guide to Korean Swords for Modern Training

September 02, 2025

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L6 Katana vs T10 vs 9260: What Actually Matters for Cutting Practice

L6 Katana vs T10 vs 9260: What Actually Matters for Cutting Practice

September 02, 2025

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