Musha // Kujaku Katana

Is it advised to keep the blade in the oil and plastic it comes in or remove it?

It should be removed, but the blade should be oiled periodically to avoid rusting. Frequency depends on the humidity of your area.

Is this a battle ready sword that can withstand repeated training cutting exercises?

The Musha Gold warrior is hand forged full tang, razor-sharp fully functional sword.

Does the sword come with a case?

The Kujaku Katana does come with a deluxe gift box.

Do they come with a blade care kit?

The Musha Kujaku does come with a maintenance kit.

Do they feature a traditional hamon?

It actually does not come with a visible hamon, as the blade is Damascus style. The Damascus pattern is very visible on the blade.

What’s the best steel to choose one from if you plan on using for full contact blade against blade practice?

We always recommend none sharpen iaido katana for practicing blade to blade as accidents can happen and improper use can lead to serious injuries or death. If both steels are of the same material, such as 1045 vs 1045, they will last longer, as the two properties are the same. But if you are using a 1045 vs a 1090 steel katana, the 1095 will last longer because of its harder properties.

Why is this sword more expensive than the others?

The difference is in the forging of the steel. While the other series are forged with 1045 high carbon steel. The Kujaku katana is mixed with several different 1045 high carbon steels to give it a Damascus effect on the blade.

Is this a true folded and forged Damascus steel blade?

It is a hand-forged Damascus steel. However, it is forged using modern techniques to create the Damascus effect. The original technique of forging Damascus steel has been lost since around 1750.