Blogs | True Swords

Read about all things sword related here at the True Swords blog. Whether you want to know learn the history of modern katana, or how medieval swords were forged, you can learn about it here! We'll keep you up to date on all the new blades from the best sword makers like Shinwa, Musashi and even Cold Steel. There will be humor, learning and even awesome cutting demonstration videos and photos. Bookmark this page to always get the latest scoop on everything sword related.

Sword Canes: You Need to Own One

Date Published: 2015-04-10

By Adelia Ladson The sword cane or swordstick , as it has been called in the past, really became a popular fashion accessory for gentlemen during the 18th and 19th centuries in Europe. This was because it was becoming pol... read more

Why Own a Handmade Sword: Benefits of Hand Crafted Weapons

Date Published: 2015-04-08

Sure, we love swords! We love playing with them, cutting stuff up, and plain old putting them up on the display shelf. Through movies and TV shows, we have seen hero-brandishing swords in epic duels carried out in spectacula... read more

Ten Cool Swords You Wished You Owned

Date Published: 2015-04-07

You've finally got your own place (well...renting counts). It's newish and awesome and all yours. You realize you have no furniture. “What's the best thing I can get to make my home look awesome!?” you ask yourself. “A sword!... read more

Why 'Bleach' is the Best Anime Ever

Date Published: 2015-04-06

“Bleach” is fantastic. You, smartass that you are, probably guessed I'd say something like that based on the title! Hang on a second, you think to yourself, what makes “Bleach” so special? I mean... It's alright, but the best... read more

Top 10 reasons You Know You Are an Anime Fan

Date Published: 2015-04-04

If you do any of these things on a regular basis then chances are you like anime...a lot. Anime captures the imagination of thousands of people across the world. Anime captures the imagination of thousands of people... read more

Zippo is an American Icon

Date Published: 2015-04-03

By Adelia Ladson Take out your Zippo and really look at it. (If you don't have one, this is the perfect excuse to treat yourself.) Do you realize that you are holding an American icon in your hand? The Vietnam Era Zi... read more

The Top Five Swords

Date Published: 2015-04-03

Nobody knows swords like True Swords, and we are proud to be the premier retailer of the world’s best selection of top-quality swords. We like any sword we can get our hands on, but there are a few sword makers that stand out... read more

Top Weapons to Survive the Zombie Apocalypse

Date Published: 2015-03-10

When faced with imminent danger, our brains have two default reactions: fight or flight. The ultimate goal is survival and longevity. All bets are off when an army of zombies overrun your neighborhood; in that scenario we hav... read more

How to Use a Tactical Tomahawk Axe

Date Published: 2015-03-09

Being a versatile tool, the tomahawk axe has been consistently used for self-defense, warfare, camping, excavation and other utility applications. To appreciate and understand how to use a tactical Tomahawk Axe it is imperati... read more

Top 5 Weapons from Sword Art Online

Date Published: 2015-03-04

Kirito and Asuna Kirito and Asuna You wake up one morning and instead of being in your bed, you are standing at the base of Aincrad. The only way to make it back home is to fight your way through... Sound familiar? ... read more