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1060 Carbon Steel Guide

6. September 2019 0 comment

You probably already heard of the SAE 1060 carbon steel. But what exactly are its advantages? Check out this article to learn more about AISI 1060 steel.

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Plate VS Mail Armor – Which is better?

3. February 2021 2 comments

Chainmail and plate armor were popular. Even today people are fascinated by these armors. Check out this article to learn more about them.

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How Much Does a Katana Weigh?

2. August 2019 8 comments

The weight of a katana. Have you ever wondered how heavy a katana really is? Check this article out now to find it out.

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Sword Classification Basics

25. June 2019 3 comments

Get a basic overview of the different types of swords. From regular short swords to great swords you will get all the info you need.

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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 a nodachi expert.

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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 this article to discover its features.

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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. Check out this article to learn more.

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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 your sword.

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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? Let’s find out.

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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 you how to set them apart.

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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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