Katana and tachi. They look quite similar, but in reality, those are two completely different swords. In this article I will tell you how to set them apart.

Never heard of the point of balance? That’s a shame! The point of balance is one of the most overlooked aspects of swords and katanas. Learn about it now!

1095 carbon steel is brittle and has high hardness and strength. Should you use this steel type for your sword or katana? Let’s find out.

Disassembling your katana is very easy and only takes 5 minutes. Check out this guide to learn how to take apart your sword the right way.