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    How to Disassemble a Katana?

    by Niklas Feurstein 11. February 2021
    by Niklas Feurstein 11. February 2021

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

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    What is a Katzbalger?

    by Niklas Feurstein 13. January 2021
    by Niklas Feurstein 13. January 2021

    The Katzbalger is one of the most understudied sword types. Check out this article to learn everything about this mysterious weapon.

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    Best Places to Buy Swords as European

    by Niklas Feurstein 9. January 2021
    by Niklas Feurstein 9. January 2021

    Buying swords in Europe is complicated (and expensive). Check out this list for intel on where to make your next purchase of …

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    What is Nugui Gami and its Alternatives?

    by Niklas Feurstein 26. November 2020
    by Niklas Feurstein 26. November 2020

    Most sword care kits contain Nugui Gami. Check out this article to get information about this maintenance item and possible alternatives.

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    What is a Nodachi/Ōdachi?

    by Niklas Feurstein 15. July 2020
    by Niklas Feurstein 15. July 2020

    The nodachi is a very powerful Japanese sword. It was a feared weapon amongst mounted troops. Check out this article to become …

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    What is a Sai? Weapon Guide

    by Niklas Feurstein 20. April 2020
    by Niklas Feurstein 20. April 2020

    The Sai is a melee weapon developed in Okinawa. It is mainly a thrusting weapon but can be used for various actions. …

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    How to Clean Rust off a Sword

    by Niklas Feurstein 16. February 2020
    by Niklas Feurstein 16. February 2020

    Rust is a sword enthusiast’s greatest enemy. Check out this article to discover the 2 most effective ways of cleaning rust off …

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    Katana vs Tachi: What’s the Difference?

    by Niklas Feurstein 25. November 2019
    by Niklas Feurstein 25. November 2019

    Katana and tachi. They look quite similar, but in reality, those are two completely different swords. In this article I will tell …

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    Types of Japanese Swords

    by Niklas Feurstein 7. October 2019
    by Niklas Feurstein 7. October 2019

    Tachi, nodachi, wakizashi how can one keep track of all these types of Japanese swords? This article provides details about the swords …

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    How many Times are Katanas Folded?

    by Niklas Feurstein 14. September 2019
    by Niklas Feurstein 14. September 2019

    Are katanas really folded 1000 times? Let’s talk about one of the greatest myths regarding katans. Actually most people cheat about the …

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My name is Niklas Feurstein and I started this blog with the goal to share my thoughts on various aspects of history. Ever since my childhood I have been fascinated by medieval swords and katanas. When I turned 18, I started collecting high quality réplique as well as antique “old school” weaponry.

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