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Medieval Sword Parts and Components

27. July 2019 2 comments

Find out everything you need to know about the different sword parts and components.

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Oakeshott typology of medieval swords

3. July 2019 2 comments

This detailed guide on the Oakeshott typology will help you classify swords in well-known categories. Find out more about the Oakeshott typology …

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What is a Nunti Bo?

22. April 2020 3 comments

The Nunti Bo is a very special Okinawan weapon. It combines the advantages of the Bō and the Nunti Sai. Check out …

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Best Places to Buy Swords as European

9. January 2021 0 comments

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 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 Nunti Bo?

    by Niklas Feurstein 22. April 2020
    by Niklas Feurstein 22. April 2020

    The Nunti Bo is a very special Okinawan weapon. It combines the advantages of the Bō and the Nunti Sai. Check out …

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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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    1095 Carbon Steel Guide

    by Niklas Feurstein 3. January 2020
    by Niklas Feurstein 3. January 2020

    1095 carbon steel is brittle and has high hardness and strength. Should you use this steel type for your sword or katana? …

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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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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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