“Swords are for everyone and we view it as a shared culture. Everyone can play along.”
“Swords are for everyone and we view it as a shared culture. Everyone can play along.”
Read MoreDemo Video is live, focusing on the new Egyptian Pharaoh Dagger from Devil's Edge.
Read MoreNavigating the world of Japanese swords and the related terminology can oftentimes be confusing. You may see terms like bo-hi, no-hi, or fatasuji-hi but what do all these mean in terms of sword function and appearance? A “bo-hi” is the Japanese name for the grove that runs along a blade, with the bo-hi being the […]
Read MoreThe Honshu Spartan Sword – a fun addition to the tactical offering of Honshu, melding the chopping and hacking know-how of the Ancient Greeks with modern materials. Check out the demo video or visit the sword here. No Reviews yet…. so those of you that have tested, let us know!
Read MoreThe geometric yokote is a distinctive feature found on the Shinogi Zukuri profile of katanas. But what exactly is it? Does it make a distinct difference in the performance of the katana or is it simply cosmetic? Here we take a deeper look at the yokote, how it is created by the polisher, what its […]
Read MoreReading your reviews can be fun, sobering, exhilarating, depressing… and sometimes hilarious. We enjoyed reading a series on the APOC Gladius, where nick(s) pop up… Review 1: (about a nick) “Just a few nicks on the sword but love it, handles perf for either or both hands, can feel the power in the weight and […]
Read MoreWhen it comes to Japanese swords such as the katana, you are likely to encounter a lot of Japanese terminology to describe different parts of the sword. One such term, the niku, is often talked about when it comes to discussions about geometric blade profile, cutting, and durability. Here we take a closer look at […]
Read MoreToday, the Hanwei Antiqued Claymore. One of the most heavily reviewed items (10 submissions), with 9 highly praised, one very disappointed, and one comment on shipping costs to Canada. We do our best to keep shipping costs low – but a 56″ beast going across borders will never be inexpensive. In Stock Now. https://www.kultofathena.com/product/hanwei-scottish-claymore-antiqued/ […]
Read MoreThe kissaki is the tip of the Japanese blade and begins at the geometric yokote, or the line that separates the body of the blade from the tip. While the kissaki is a main component of the blade, not all kissaki are the same. There are many different sizes and shapes when it comes to […]
Read MoreAs you shop for a new katana sword, the different options and terminology can be confusing for those new to the sword world as well as those with a few already in their collection. Here we will dive in and take a closer look at through-tempered vs. differentially hardened katana blades and what each process […]
Read MoreThe traditional katana sported beautiful layers of steel that show off a beautiful tell-tale ripple-like pattern throughout the length of the blade. The ancient practice of folding steel played a critical role in the creation of strong and durable blades. But is this process still necessary today? Does this mean a blade without folds is […]
Read MoreWhen talking about Japanese blades, such as the katana, you often hear people talking about the “hamon.” This visual point is a common characteristic found in authentic and traditional Japanese swords, but it is much more than a simple element of beauty. To better understand the hamon, we look closely at its history, how they […]
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