I ordered this sword about a year ago and out of the dozens that I own it is completely unrivaled. The blade is absolutely beautiful, in a deadly sort of way, as it is sharp enough to cut a piece of paper drifting to the ground clean in half with no effort as well as the durability and hardness to cut into the hardest wood and rock (Though I wouldn't encourage either. Doing so would destroy the toughest of blades.) Due to the hundreds of hours I have put it through however, I have disturbed the beautifully and comfortably wrapped handle, and it's only prone weakness is to unravel at one of the intricately tied knots where the wrap meets the pommel. I am still enthralled with this blade to this day and recommend it to anyone wishing to have an heirloom quality katana that is practically indistinguishable from the legendary swords that were used in Japan.

Rating: [5 of 5 Stars!]