Handmade Swords

Handmade Swords

At TrueSwords, our Handmade Swords collection offers a stunning display of craftsmanship and dedication to traditional sword-making techniques. Whether you're a collector, martial artist, or admirer of fine craftsmanship, these handmade swords are designed to impress with their attention to detail and premium quality. Crafted from the finest materials, including high-carbon steel and Damascus steel, each sword in this collection showcases the skill and precision of master swordsmiths. From traditional katanas to other historically inspired designs, our Handmade Swords collection represents a fusion of history, artistry, and modern engineering. Discover the elegance and mastery behind TrueSwords.com Handmade Swords and add a truly special piece to your collection that honors the timeless tradition of sword-making.


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Shinwa katana shown with zoomed view of tsuba, Damascus steel blade, and black lacquered katana on black wood display. The black hardwood scabbard has teal hanging cord that matches the cord wrapped around the katana handle. A detailed view of the Damascus steel blade and ornate cast metal tsuba. The scabbard has a teal braided nylon hanging cord. Zoomed view of the cast metal tsuba and teal cord wrapping the handle. The teal braided cord of the handle wraps through the ornate pommel featuring a bearded man. Detailed cast metal tsuba shown with themed artwork. The 39” katana has a Damascus steel blade and teal cord wrapped handle with cast metal details.
Shinwa Teal Damascus Katana
$179.98 Price reduced from $264.99 to
17675 Shinwa Regal Katana Teal Damascus Sword | 26 1/2” Damascus steel blade | 39” overall USD 85.01 13 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL3 Category L3 179.98
Various views of the Musashi katana with black glossy scabbard, cast dragon tsuba, and ray skin handle. The hardwood scabbard is shown with a glossy black finish between detailed shots of the katana pommel and blade point. The white ray skin handle is wrapped in black cord and has a brass menuki.
Musashi Carbon Steel Clay Tempered Katana Sword
$162.99
30335 Musashi 1060 Carbon Steel Clay Tempered Katana Sword USD 14 Musashi Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL3 Category L3 162.99
Shinwa ScarletFang Shirasaya Sword has a red lacquered hardwood handle, shown atop ornate display box. The red lacquered scabbard matches the red hardwood handle and “Shinwa” logo is on the black Damascus steel blade. The shirasaya sword and scabbard seamlessly fit together with both vibrant red lacquered handle and scabbard. A brass habaki can be found just beneath the red hardwood handle of the shirasaya. Detailed look at the silky smooth appearance of the red lacquered hardwood handle. Zoomed view of the brass habaki above the “Shinwa” logo on the black Damascus steel handle. The black Damascus steel blade shown in detail with distinct color pattern. The black Damascus steel blade shown sliding into the red lacquered scabbard atop a bamboo mat.
Shinwa ScarletFang Handmade Shirasaya
$154.98 Price reduced from $228.99 to
20688 Shinwa ScarletFang Handmade Shirasaya / Samurai Sword USD 74.01 15 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Handmade Swords CL3 Category L3 154.98
Shinwa Colossus odachi laid next to lacquered black scabbard with detailed views of the dragon tsuba and ornate pommel. The black lacquered wooden scabbard had a black hanging cord that matches the black cord of the handle. The handle is made of genuine ray skin with braided black cord and brass menuki. Zoomed shot of the brass menuki beneath the braided black cord wrapping the handle. Detailed shot of the antique finished habaki with ornate bird. The black cord of the handle wraps through the antique finished pommel. The dragon tsuba sits just above “Shinwa” on the black Damascus blade.
Shinwa Colossus Yoru Handmade Odachi
$282.98 Price reduced from $359.99 to
17678 Shinwa Colossus Yoru Handmade Odachi | 36” blade | 60” overall USD 77.01 16 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Handmade Swords CL3 Category L3 282.98
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Shikoto Rurousha handmade katana shown with cast tsuba, wooden scabbard wrapped in leather to match the leather wrapped handle. The lacquered wooden scabbard is shown with mottled color scheme and leather wrapping. Zoomed view of the cast tsuba just beneath the leather wrapping of the handle. The handle is wrapped with genuine leather for grip. The scabbard has a black hanging cord wrapped around an ornamental piece that matches the brown leather wrapping of the handle. Kanji is engraved into the Damascus steel blade, just below the brass habaki. The handle is wrapped in genuine brown leather.
Shikoto Rurousha Handmade Katana / Samurai Sword
$155.97 Price reduced from $458.99 to
14244 Shikoto Rurousha Handmade Katana / Samurai Sword USD 303.02 17 Shikoto Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL3 Category L3 155.97
Musashi Bamboo Warrior Sword shown with bamboo design steel tsuba, black glossy scabbard and black cord wrapped handle. The hardwood scabbard has a piano paint finish and black hanging cord, complimenting the black cord wrapped handle.
Musashi Bamboo Warrior Carbon Steel Katana Sword
$159.99
30284 Bamboo Warrior Musashi Carbon Steel Katana Sword USD 18 Musashi Swords Japanese Swords Handmade Swords CL3 Category L3 159.99
Musashi katana with black glossy scabbard, steel tsuba, and ray skin handle wrapped with cord. The glossy black scabbard is shown next to a zoomed view of the 1060 high carbon steel blade of the katana. The brass colored habaki compliments the steel tsuba.
Musashi Black Polished Ryoushi Katana Sword
$163.99
30327 Black Polished Ryoushi Musashi Katana Sword USD 19 Musashi Swords Japanese Swords Handmade Swords CL3 Category L3 163.99
Sokojikara Falcon Katana shown with ornate tsuba, white scabbard, white cotton wrapped handle, and cleaning kit. The white glossy scabbard is shown between the carbon steel blade point and ray skin handle with menuki. The ray skin handle is wrapped in white cotton with a menuki and circular tsuba with wave and bird designs.
Sokojikara Falcon Katana Clay Tempered Folded Carbon Steel
$335.98 Price reduced from $394.99 to
30286 Sokojikara Falcon Katana Clay Tempered Folded Carbon Steel USD 59.01 20 Sokojikara Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL3 Category L3 335.98
Shinwa Regal Wakizashi shown with black scabbard, brown cord wrapped handle, and intricate cast tsuba. The black hand-lacquered hardwood scabbard as a glossy sheen, offset with tan cord. The Damascus steel blade with Shinwa logo is shown on top of a Samurai warrior display. Zoomed view of the monkey design on the cast tsuba. The black scabbard has a tan hanging cord. The black genuine ray skin handle is wrapped in tan braided cord. A dragon menuki peaks out from behind the tan cord wrapped handle. Closeup view of the monkey design of the tsuba.
Shinwa Regal Makaku Wakizashi
$148.99
29829 Shinwa Regal Makaku Wakizashi | 21” Damascus steel blade | 29 1/4" overall USD 21 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Handmade Swords CL3 Category L3 148.99
Shinwa Blue Knight katana shown from various views, with detailed look at ornate guard, detailed pommel and black lacquered scabbard. Black lacquered scabbard shown with blue hanging cord that matches the blue cord wrapping the handle adjacent to close up of blade point. The unique cast tsuba has sharp angles. The handle is faux ray skin with blue cord wrapping and traditional menuki and mekugi. A blue hanging cord is wrapped around the black scabbard. The pommel, just above the blue cord wrapped handle, is ornate intricate line designs. “Shinwa” is on the blade, beneath the dark blade collar.
Shinwa Blue Knight Handmade Samurai Sword
$167.98 Price reduced from $275.99 to
17666 Shinwa Blue Knight Handmade Samurai Sword | 27 1/2” Damascus steel blade | 40” overall USD 108.01 22 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Handmade Swords CL3 Category L3 167.98
Shinwa SatinSting shirasaya with white hardwood handle next to matching white scabbard. The shirasaya seamlessly blends into the white scabbard adjacent to zoomed view of the black Damascus steel blade tip. Detailed view of the white hand lacquered hardwood handle. “Shinwa” logo on the black Damascus steel blade of the shirasaya. Ornate red box with leather handle houses the shirasaya. Zoomed view of the tip of the black Damascus steel blade. Zoomed view of the end of the white hand lacquered shirasaya handle.
Shinwa Handmade Shirasaya
$154.98 Price reduced from $231.99 to
26031 Shinwa SatinSting Handmade Shirasaya | 29” Damascus steel blade | 40” overall USD 77.01 23 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL3 Category L3 154.98
Musashi Midnight Warrior Katana shown with detailed view of brass tsuba, blue scabbard, blue handle, and display box. The glossy blue katana has a black and blue hanging cord and is shown alongside a detailed view of the blade point. The genuine ray skin handle is wrapped in blue cotton cord with a menuki.
Musashi Midnight Warrior Katana Clay Tempered Carbon Steel
$279.99
30287 Musashi Midnight Warrior Katana Clay Tempered Folded Carbon Steel USD 24 Musashi Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL3 Category L3 279.99
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HANDMADE SWORDS FAQS  

  • Are handmade swords stronger or better than mass-produced swords?
    Handmade swords are often considered superior in quality compared to mass-produced ones due to the craftsmanship, attention to detail, and higher quality materials used. Handmade swords tend to be stronger and more durable, making them ideal for collectors and practitioners.
  • What materials are used in handmade swords?
    Handmade swords are crafted from premium materials such as high-carbon steel, Damascus steel, and other quality metals for the blade. Handles are often made from materials like wood, leather, ray skin, or metal, depending on the design.
  • Are handmade swords fully functional or just decorative?
    Many handmade swords are fully functional and suitable for martial arts practice, cutting demonstrations, or reenactments. However, some may be designed as decorative pieces. Be sure to check the product description for specific details on functionality.
  • How do I maintain and care for a handmade sword?
    To maintain a handmade sword, regularly clean the blade with a soft cloth to remove moisture and fingerprints. Apply a light coat of oil to prevent rust, and store the sword in a dry place. Proper care ensures the sword's longevity and maintains its sharpness and appearance.