can anybody tell me if this sword is worth it?

Posted by: swordbreaker

can anybody tell me if this sword is worth it? - 01/28/06 12:21 PM

the link here shows the sword i'm thinking about buying. is it worth it at all?

http://cgi.ebay.com/MASAHIRO-BATTLE-READ...1QQcmdZViewItem

I have been doing some research and found that there is a kissaki on this sword, and it is full tang (As shown in picture) and made of carbon steel (possibly 1065).There is also a Bohi and the Mune seems like its Maru. do you really think its worth a shot?
Posted by: paradoxbox

Re: can anybody tell me if this sword is worth it? - 01/28/06 09:23 PM

I wouldn't bother. Get an iaito instead. Not much more expensive and it'll be higher quality. Try tozando.com
Posted by: swordbreaker

Re: can anybody tell me if this sword is worth it? - 01/29/06 11:03 AM

ok Thanks
Posted by: pj_br549

Re: can anybody tell me if this sword is worth it? - 02/03/06 11:57 AM

You can see alot of imprefections along the blade in the close up pics,, that was casted not forged,, I agree go with a Iaito,,,, Try www.swordstore.com,, great products and quality Iai.
Posted by: Jose

Re: can anybody tell me if this sword is worth it? - 02/03/06 03:39 PM

I agree with the previous post. There are a lot of imperfections. I use Paul Chen blades. He has a site with great blades at great prices. Check it out.
www.chenessinc.com

Jose'
Mugai-ryu Iaihyodo