Shinwa "Ironborn" Katana with Saya - Cast Iron Tsuba - Hand-Forged 1045 High Carbon Steel Blade
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Applies to delivery within the 48 contiguous states only.- Hand-forged 1045 carbon steel blade
- Faux ray skin handle
- Heavy cord wrappings
- Cast iron tsuba and accents
- Black lacquered scabbard
- Overall length: 42"
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- Hand-forged 1045 carbon steel blade
- Faux ray skin handle
- Heavy cord wrappings
- Cast iron tsuba and accents
- Black lacquered scabbard
- Overall length: 42"
*This item is excluded from express shipping
Product Description
You know that unsurpassed quality is the standard for all Shinwa swords, and this handcrafted showpiece is no exception to that standard. This handsome samurai wonder features a hand-forged 1045 high carbon steel blade that has been meticulously hand folded and sharpened to a razor's edge. The faux ray skin handle is wrapped in cord and meets an intricately detailed cast iron tsuba with an open-work artistic design. A black lacquered scabbard houses the 30" blade.
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Customer Reviews
May 08, 2016
(5 out of 5)
I've had this ten ryu sword for about 3 months now and it still is just as sharp and battle ready as the day I opened the box. Minus the habaki being loose(minor fix) it is a full tang fully functional (tested) Katana. A must have. P.S. if you use your sword or don't use it. Don't forget to clean it. Its real steel it will rust even if you don't use it.
Jul 18, 2015
(5 out of 5)
So far so good this katana is quite a piece of work it is very sturdy and well put together there are somethings it needs tho but they are only small things the rayskin isnt rayskin but that dont really matter the blade is magnificent i was cutting water bottles on a metal trash can and missed and it the rim on the can where it folds and it sliced into it and the blade was untouched i have not dissassemble the blade yet so i dont know how it looks inside also it came decently sharp but not razor sharp but besides those two things the rayskin and super sharp this is a amazing piece and it came very quick true sword im impressed by the professional performance on the order and i will be buying more from this site and by the when it comes oily thats a good thing this is a high carbon steel sword that just means that they packed it right so it dont rust now the high carbon steel seems to be 1065 carbon steel but it is not stamped but to some it up this was a great purchase and i will get more stuff off this site
Apr 16, 2015
(5 out of 5)
My Katana arrived in pristine condition two days before I expected it. None of the staining on the leather wrapping that I had read about in some of the reviews here was present.The saya is in perfect condition with not a dent or scratch to be found. The first draw of the blade produced an ever so slight amount of oily residue from the inside of the saya, which was not present after wiping the blade down, resheathing and redrawing it a second time. Careful inspection found the blade to be arrow straight with a flawless cutting edge. The custom engraving is beautiful. I have to resist the temptation to display the sword unsheathed. This magnificent weapon would be worth every penny at twice the price,and I am happily looking forward to using it in my Iaido kata.
Apr 07, 2013
(5 out of 5)
I am amazed at the quality of this sword. For the price I would buy it again. Very quick shipping too i ordered it early Wednesday and it was shipped out the same day and to my porch step friday early morning. Thanks.
Jun 06, 2012
(5 out of 5)
this aword ia AWSOME! nothing more needs to be said..... but ill say more anyway. i orderd this fine weapon along with two others on monday, got here today, wich is wednesday. the box it came in is in tiny peaces in the trash. very pleased with it and recommend to others.
Apr 04, 2012
(5 out of 5)
Just got My Sword Today. Worth every Penny. This is 100x better the the garbage sword I brought at my local mall. as said in other reviews, this sword is razor sharp.(so be careful) True Swords has a customer for life
Mar 23, 2012
(5 out of 5)
For anyone looking for a good bottle cutter, this is a good buy. My blade came nice and sharp, all of the fittings were tight and the leather wrap was tight as well. Highly recommend.<br /><br />Masahiro is mostly known for their blades and for a hundred bucks, you get a very nice solid-entry level cutter. The white leather looks stunning and yes, it will get dirty over time, but anybody should already know this before-hand so..I personally don't mind the grip getting dirty, I will be using this so..it should be dirty.
Dec 20, 2011
(5 out of 5)
Best customer service I have ever experienced in my life – without a shadow of a doubt. My sword had slight defects, such as a stain on the wrap, loose ito, sharp points on the tsuba, difficult to disassemble, ect. I notified them I was displeased with my purchase, they called me back the very next day and had a long talk with me, addressing my concerns, giving me advice and helpful insight for future purchases. They are very respectful, courteous, and knowledgeable people to consult with. They told me that they thoroughly check their items before they ship them out, and they werere very sorry that this one slipped by with some issues. But what really blew me away was toward the end of the call. They actually allowed me to get another sword shipped to my house..absolutely free! I didn't have to send back the Shadow Warrior either!... can you believe that?! (Not sure if I should have written that...as I don't want people taking advantage of Trueswords, such as by making up a fake scenario after they read about my experience. ...That would be so horrendously deceitful to do to such gracious people...) I nearly insisted to ship the Shadow Warrior sword back...it just felt so wrong to accept a free sword!...but they told me it was mine, and not to worry about it. I'm still ashamed to keep it T_T<br /><br />I just want customers to know what an amazing level of compassion and philanthropy the staff of Trueswords has...par excellence. Truly leaves me speechless. Trueswords go WAY beyond what they should do to make their customers happy...they make it so that no matter what happens after you open the box – in the end you will never feel dissatisfied with your purchase. I really wish more companies were like this. This is the kind of service that binds loyal customers.<br /><br />I urge all Trueswords customers....if anything is wrong with your purchase... do not hesitate to CONTACT TRUESWORDS! Send them an email – give them a call...your problems will not go by unheeded. What was funny is that they were thanking me for contacting them with my complaints …it's doubtless they genuinely enjoy helping others. I told them that I should thank them, not the other way around, haha. <br /><br />Anyway, I can't really judge the sword properly – given that with Masahiro swords, sometimes the sword can be of good quality – sometimes it's bad. I guess I just got unlucky. But it won't matter if you are unlucky if you buy this sword from Trueswords...they will make sure of it – trust me. Therefore I do recommend this sword, given that if it does have any problems with it, however minor they may be – True swords will be there to assist you every step of the way. <br /><br />Long live Trueswords! Thank you again for your wonderful service!! I will be buying again in the future, I can promise that.
Aug 30, 2011
(5 out of 5)
Great Katana for beginners. Good size. It really shows a beginner what a beautiful can be like, and for such a good price!
Nov 12, 2010
(5 out of 5)
AMANZING SWORD!! its just perfect there was no problems wen i got it the only thing bad was the inside oth the sheath has like a wax in it but it will be perfect after i clean that out
Nov 10, 2010
(5 out of 5)
Just got mine a few hours ago. I have to say the sword itself is very beautiful and razor sharp. I'm also very pleased with the shipping
Oct 16, 2010
(5 out of 5)
This sword was the best buy i have evr made, i have seen the same sword on other websites for $300. Great at cutting through bamboo and water bottles like butter. Trueswords is the best!
Jun 21, 2010
(5 out of 5)
I bought this sword about a year ago and it is the best of collection to date,but it is very sharp i accidently cut all the way through the side of my finger so be careful
Apr 21, 2010
(5 out of 5)
I was nervous about getting my "real deal" sword.. fear not. An amazing sword all around, everything is tight, secure, and razzzzooorrrr sharp. cut through plastic and cardboard like butter. What really had me impressed was the superb customer service i got from True Swords. Thank you so much. Please don't hesitate in buy from these guys or this sword. I know you will fall in love with it like i will. ill be buying from True Swords for a verry long time.
Mar 22, 2010
(5 out of 5)
This is my second Masahiro in a couple months now, and by far the most favored of all my Katanas.<br />I love the leather wrapped handle, and the blade is very sharp. This sword is a must have, its absolutely stunning.<br />And True Swords once again impressed me with their amazing shipping. I ordered this sword on a Monday, and it was in my hands Wednesday.
Mar 01, 2010
(5 out of 5)
Just recivied this a few minutes ago, the blade is very sharp, has some protective oil on it, but i just wiped that off, very sturdy, clean, and awesome. trueswords always the the best items and i will always be a return customer.
Feb 04, 2010
(5 out of 5)
This was an incredible sword. It came razor sharp right out of the box and everything from the leather handle to the scabbard was perfect. I took it in my backwards and tried practicing a personal sword Kata I've been putting together (I take Kenpo). The sword is well balanced and follows my every motion perfectly. If you like swords for decoration or for actual use, get this one. You won't be disappointed.
Jan 17, 2010
(5 out of 5)
This was an EXTREMELY good buy. I am very picky about what i like and don't like when it comes to all types of swords but this was an amazing katana. It was shipped just as the description states, and came fully sharpened. It passed multiple paper tests when i tried. I have bought a few things from trueswords.com but this katana is the best purchase i have made yet.
Jul 23, 2009
(5 out of 5)
Apr 29, 2009
(5 out of 5)
Absolutely beautiful sword. Very sharp, very well put together. I simply fell in love with this sword when I saw it, and I just thought that I must have it. I'm very pleased with the results.<br /><br />My only complaint would be that it comes out of the sheath very easily, it barely holds itself in at all.<br /><br />Other than that, the sword itself is amazing. I like the Masahiro box, and I absolutely love the cotton sword bag it comes in. The two tsubas are also very nice, I prefer the more round one, but it's nice having a choice.<br /><br />I've bought swords online before, but this was my first True Swords purchase, and I can tell you that it won't be my last. Also I'd like to mention that I wasn't expecting this until much later, I ordered it and received it in only two days.
Apr 11, 2009
(5 out of 5)
This was my second purchase from true swords and again i was extremely happy with the sword i received. The shipping was fast and the sword was in great shape,light coat of oil, mine is razor sharp like the add says. So far both my orders have been just like the add said it would be. I think im only going to display this sword since its so nice...great buy for the money....
Apr 10, 2009
(5 out of 5)
I'd read all the reviews prior to purchasing this katana and was a bit skeptical as some of the reviews stated that fittings were loose and the sword was not solid in its construction. However, after receiving my katana, I was very pleased with it. The blade is very sharp and doesn't have that fake "mirror" finish like most display katanas have. Also, the entire katana's construction is solid and even after being swung several times, it shows no signs of loosening parts or any clinking between the blade and the tsuba. All in all a very satisfying piece for my collection, I'll definately be purchasing from true swords again. Quality was excellent.
Feb 05, 2009
(5 out of 5)
It seems Masahiro has improved with their quality. This Shadow Warrior is very attractive and a VERY sharp katana. The blade is perfectly straight and through hardened meaning, the hamon is aesthetic, it's wire brushed but still attractive. <br />The engravings are decent, but nothing too spectacular. The 3/4 bo-hi is nice and even makes a nice deep tachi-kaze sound when swung, the sori is decent also. Now onto the tsuka... measuring at 13 inches it has a really good balance and added control, very nice. The ito is a white leather, not grey like described and is tight and even. It will get dirty real easy, make sure your hands are clean. The same'(rayskin) appears to be fake...though I may be wrong, maybe it's just the lacquer used that makes it seem fake. The extra tsuba is a nice gesture, but I prefer the one it came with. All the fittings are nice with no gaps or looseness to be found. The copper habaki and seppa are a really nice touch, you have to see it in person to appreciate it. The only complaint I have besides the fake hamon is the saya. The saya has a nice fit around the habaki but the blade inside rattles alot, other than that, this fully functional katana makes a really nice very sharp display piece. Trueswords is great, the customer service here is first class. Thanks Evan!
Jan 09, 2009
(5 out of 5)
Just got this beauty a few minutes ago, and I gotta say....AMAZING!!!! The weight is very balanced, and the blade is very sharp. Barely any force is needed to cut with no dings or nicks to the blade. <br /><br />Shipping was fast. Got it a day after ordering. The sword is overall beautiful, with no real complaints except how hard it is to keep gray leather clean. Love the engravings on the blade , and the two designs of Tsuba that come with it. My third buy from Trueswords I can promise many more. The only place to get such good quality.
Dec 29, 2008
(5 out of 5)
this sword is amazing!!!!! it comes with an extra tsuba and thats pretty nice to. this sword is SUPER sharp and thick so i wouldnt play around with it if i were you
Dec 21, 2008
(5 out of 5)
I am a collector of Samurai swords, and this is the highest quality sword I have ever owned. I own other Masahiro swords that are 1065 high carbon steel, and those others can't even compare. The sword is sharp, the sharpest I have seen. It cuts very easily. Also, the sword is very well put together (which can usually be hit or miss depending on who you buy it from. Buy this from trueswords.com, you can't go wrong). <br /><br />If you're looking for a beautiful, fully functional battle ready sword, you have found it.
Dec 16, 2008
(5 out of 5)
This sword is amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!ly awsome...!<br />The sword comes very sharp and nice. It is in fact a battle ready weapon.. when I was using it one day i was practicing on some objects. I sword really hard at a tree branch and just like in the cartoons it stayed there on impact but fell after I turned around to look at it..! Well done true swords!
Nov 07, 2008
(5 out of 5)
Another sword for my collection, so I have to review it.<br /><br />Overall for 100 bucks, good buy. I was a bit 50/50 before it got here, Masahiros are known for their hit or miss quality but trueswords.com is dedicated to customer service and the blade I received was in the good end. Its a good blade but let me break it down bit by bit.<br /><br />Tsuka: Cool looking, dual peg, black to contrast the white and some gold dragon designs<br /><br />Tang: Full, and full full, not rat tail or shoddy construction, its not made by a master swordsmith but its hilt construction is well done<br /><br />Ray Skin: While not real ray skin its very well done, it is white, however, so its gets dirty real easy, but then again one would assume you're making sure you're not doing anything insane with the blade and you're taking proper care of it and the body wielding it.<br /><br />Tsuba: Comes with two, the one initially on is the one in the left of the picture and in a small black bag is the second, I personally prefer the first but its a matter of choice, both are pretty good.<br /><br />Blade: Pretty nice, sharp, hamon is obviously not real but it looks nice, blood groove is fairly well done, no real complains. The engravings look pretty cool in person.<br /><br />Saya: Very sleek and shiny, fingerprints will show so grip it correctly. Its got good and bad, the good is its got a nice tight lock on the blade, but not so much its hard to remove the sword, the bad is that when putting the blade back in it easily gets stuck on the wood inside if you don't have the perfect angle<br /><br />Performance: What you all want to hear, well the box it came in is currently lying on my floor in pieces, I'm not an expert but I got some nice clean cuts with minimal effort, screwed up one but that was my own fault with an improper angle. I haven't done any true tameshigiri with it yet, or anything beyond the cutting of the box. I have an empty gallon milk jug that I'm going to fill with water and test it out, I've seen videos, it'll make quick work of that. Just remember, no katana can do the impossible, don't go cutting trees, hard wood, rocks, metal etc. and this guy will serve you well.
Jul 18, 2008
(5 out of 5)
this is my first sword from true swords and damn am i amazed. it was delieved to me in about 5 days. and when i got it. it was more than what i expected it to be. this is such an awsome sword. its worth every penny. cant find anything wrong about it. and i would suggest buyin it to anyone who would like to collect swords. it comes in a cool container.
Jul 04, 2008
(5 out of 5)
Awesome Sword!!!<br />Fully Sharpened as a Ryumon Katana. I will buy another Masahiro Sword soon.<br />Good and Fast Customer Service.<br />Thanks a lot Trueswords.com! ;)
Jul 04, 2008
(5 out of 5)
This is by far the highest quality sword I've ever ordered from this site, and it's swords like this that cause me to continue being a loyal customer. Incredible quality for an unbeatable price: exactly what I've come to expect from TrueSwords.
Jun 20, 2008
(5 out of 5)
wow.. i expected alot from this sword to being with, beings it is a masahiro, but i was blown away by how nice the sword actually is. it came early in the morning 5 days after i ordered it on a SATURDAY! so big points there. the sword comes in a colorful tube like container which is pretty cool so more points there. the sword is a true work of art and beauty. if you can believe it, it looks nicer in real life then it does in the picture. ITS RAZOR SHARP with the wave like pattern left behind by the sharpener which is cool as hell. a bit longer then expected but easily usable with one hand or two. the handle feels so good in your hands, like its melding to ur skin for better control. the blood grove is nice and deep after the engravings so it makes that awesome WOOSH noise when u swing it. the engravings are great, they look hand done instead of machined by robots, mine came with the flame looking tsuba on and the flower one had its own cotton bag it came in so thats an added bonus. the scabbard is seriously light and strong, i get the feeling i could beat someone to death with it and not dent or break the thing.over all the sword is fantastic for its price, im actually seriously thinking of buying another one its just soo cool. true swords has outdone themselves with this sword. <br /><br />~~cheers
Mar 29, 2014
(4 out of 5)
I am very pleased with the order, it is truly a great weapon, nicely balanced, and not too heavy. I attempted to change the tsuba but the other tsuba didn't fit on the tang, so I put the original back on. Overall, my best purchase from true swords, I am very pleased.
Mar 12, 2013
(4 out of 5)
Think I was lucky. Its been said that Masahiro is a 50/50 shot at getting something awesome or something crappy because they dont do quality control or whatever.<br /><br />My White Ronin is a piece of freaking art. Razor sharp, straight as an arrow and beautifully balanced. The faux leather wrapping is tight and smooth to the touch. Overall its a beautiful piece to add to my growing collection.<br /><br />Sadly. The palm grip thingies (the proper name escapes me atm) beneath the wrappings are loose. So even for some playful swinging let alone some serious cutting that's a bit of a problem.<br /><br />Also, I've read about that "gunk" people tend to have inside the sheaths of the weapons they order here. Figured I was lucky and never encountered it. No longer, that crap mars the beauty of this blade and its thrice dammit annoying. <br /><br />But other than that? Worth every penny.
Jul 22, 2012
(4 out of 5)
i got this sword maybe about 6 months ago (i thought i wrote a review, but i guess not) its a very good sword, it cut through water bottles and fruit like paper. only thing is that the wrapping is a leather like material and once it got wet, it turned brownish and messed up, but it gives it a battle-worn sort of look. other than that this sword is amazing.
Apr 04, 2012
(4 out of 5)
I had this sword for a while and have been using it to cut,slice, and even shatter wood, bottols, etc.<br /><br />It is a well made, full function,sharp blade so be careful. The only 3 flaws in it is that the blade is an inch or two small then what i would like, the white lether gets very dirty over time, and i would like it even more if the handle was 10 to 11 inch's in length. overall a very nice pice of work and recommend it to all beggeners, novice, collecters, and martal artists.<br /><br />Nice work trueswords.
Sep 20, 2011
(4 out of 5)
Absolutely an amazing katana!! The blade was extremely sharp, and it was overall beautiful to look at. I bought this as a birthday present for my boyfriend and the only complaint we had was that there was too much Vaseline coating the blade so he had to thoroughly clean out the saya. Other than that, this is an excellent buy! Just be careful not to cut yourself with this blade!
Oct 04, 2010
(4 out of 5)
Very pretty sword. True swords did an amazing job on shipping wish that more companies could be as productive
Mar 24, 2010
(4 out of 5)
Just arrived and everything looks alright,<br />except the white leather came heavily stained,<br />it appears as if its been used, rather than new.<br />I guess I might just go over it with some<br />white shoe polish or somethin,<br />when I unsheathed this katana,<br />the blade had alot of wax/oil/crust on it<br />gonna take some cleaning before it can look new. <br />looks alot more glamorous in the display pic. <br /><br />Other than that, It feels great in my hands,<br />heavier than expected and no doubt it is Sharp.<br />4 stars for the craftsmanship and<br />-1 star for the used refurbished look on arrival. :/<br /><br />Came fast too, big thanks to TrueSwords <br />for the 2-Day Delivery and the extra sharpener included.
Apr 17, 2009
(4 out of 5)
Good buy. You are not able to "custom engrave" the sword as I thought but if you are willing to look past the fact, it is a well made, very sharp sword.
Feb 23, 2009
(4 out of 5)
This is a revision of my previous review, upon which I gave poor marks to this blade and its overall quality.<br /><br />Upon being brought to TrueSword's attention, they immediately sought to rectify my complaints in full. The level of customer service I received was outstanding and I have since received a replacement of superior quality with none of the defects listed previously. While Mashiro quality does seem to be hit or miss at times, TrueSword's level of service is not; In a word: Excellent.
Jan 30, 2009
(4 out of 5)
Jan 11, 2009
(4 out of 5)
Let me start by saying a BIG thank you to TRUE SWORDS and the great customer service they provided. I would like to personaly thank Evan Johnson for all that he did. Now for the review on this sword. The sword is a great display piece, it really looks great every thing about it looks great. The feel of the sword is really good it's almost like the sword becomes a part of you when you hold it and use it. I had fun with this sword cuting up some boxes and milk jugs it did great no trouble at all with that stuff this sword is sharp. If I am going to be honest which is what a review is all about the only flaw I could find was in Masahiros advertisment. In the advertisment they say the sword is razor sharp well when I think of something that is razor sharp it cuts like.... well a razor like the one most guys use on there face to shave with. A razor blade is razor sharp. YES this sword is sharp NO it is not razor sharp like the add says. I feel that this is the only flaw if you are going to say it is razor sharp then thats what I am expecting. Again yes this sword is sharp but not razor sharp. Everything else about this sword is great and it is a good sword for any colloection.
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