Is this sword a genuine Musashi?
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In response to a different thread, I wrote:Ordered thru Amazon, shipped by SDN arrived 3/4, very pleased. The real deal, Musashi Silver Series Certificate doesn't list SS-783 but a visual on musashiswords.com is identical. Model name Shirakawa, s/n 23727, date in kanji/hiragana signed by Steward Lee. Just posted full review titled "Warning: This is going to be a long review." Further thoughts:Musashi and Musha are one and the same, made in the same forge in China. Musha is generally reserved for their lower priced line.Ten Ryu and others do indeed make a Musashi model; the name comes from Miyamoto Musashi, a legendary warrior.The tsuba is in the shape of the Musashi insignia, the name is stamped on the seppa. In response to a different thread, I wrote:Ordered thru Amazon, shipped by SDN arrived 3/4, very pleased. The real deal, Musashi Silver Series Certificate doesn't list SS-783 but a visual on musashiswords.com is identical. Model name Shirakawa, s/n 23727, date in kanji/hiragana signed by Steward Lee. Just posted full review titled "Warning: This is going to be a long review." Further thoughts:Musashi and Musha are one and the same, made in the same forge in China. Musha is generally reserved for their lower priced line.Ten Ryu and others do... » Read More In response to a different thread, I wrote:Ordered thru Amazon, shipped by SDN arrived 3/4, very pleased. The real deal, Musashi Silver Series Certificate doesn't list SS-783 but a visual on musashiswords.com is identical. Model name Shirakawa, s/n 23727, date in kanji/hiragana signed by Steward Lee. Just posted full review titled "Warning: This is going to be a long review." Further thoughts:Musashi and Musha are one and the same, made in the same forge in China. Musha is generally reserved for their lower priced line.Ten Ryu and others do indeed make a Musashi model; the name comes from Miyamoto Musashi, a legendary warrior.The tsuba is in the shape of the Musashi insignia, the name is stamped on the seppa. « Show Less
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No, the one I received was made by tenryu and is a musashi model, its hand forged but not differentially hardened, the tempering is fake lije acid etched or something, still good though strong, balanced and sharp!
1464056
have certificate for that. yes, made in china but iphone is made in china too.
1464057
Mine had a certificate of authenticity with it. Had the date, time, place, forge, exact sword spec, serial number and it was signed by the smith who made it. This was 2010 though. Also Musashi is now Musha. Same company producing blades under a different name.
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Mine was made in China, did not have the musashi symbol on it, though other reviewers found differently. I believe these are sourced from multiple forges. Regardless it came sharp and cuts pretty well. It is hand made and has a clear and real temper line.
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In response to a different thread, I wrote: Ordered thru Amazon, shipped by SDN arrived 3/4, very pleased. The real deal, Musashi Silver Series Certificate doesn't list SS-783 but a visual on musashiswords.com is identical. Model name Shirakawa, s/n 23727, date in kanji/hiragana signed by Steward Lee. Just posted full review titled "Warning: This is going to be a long review." Further thoughts: Musashi and Musha are one and the same, made in the same forge in China. Musha is generally reserved for their lower priced line. Ten Ryu and others do indeed make a Musashi model; the name comes from Miyamoto Musashi, a legendary warrior. The tsuba is in the shape of the Musashi insignia, the name is stamped on the seppa.
2182966
I haven't disassembled the sword, but do not believe it would stand up to tamishigiri, if that's what you're trying to determine. It doesn't feel full tang and the blade is very thin.
1069863
The writing (*��m"�) says "bushido", the samurai code of honor.Edit: Mine arrived today and it has a different inscription than the picture. It's a single character with a circle around it. It looks like �t ("springtime"), but I can't tell for sure due to the cursive style and my limited kanji skills.
705954
No, despite what others have said, these are absolutely not real swords. The cloth around the handle cannot support much use without unraveling, the steel is stainless (stainless steel cannot be used in swords; stainless steel metal becomes very brittle over 7 inches), and the holes and the saw-like serrated edge are purely for looks. The holes detract from structural integrity, and the serrated edge, if used as an actual sword/machete, will get caught on near everything it comes in contact with. They also cannot be sharpened without a stone and great difficulty. These are purely for show.
807215
I haven't seen a fake before and nothing about it seems to appear fake so I guess it's authentic though its instructions are in Japanese and not English as most US circulated ones are. So authentic Japanese exia it is ^_^;
1429504
No, its sting ray skin, its a good tanto sword, i personally own one and love it
212874
Yes, and it's a sturdy one, stiff and not floppy like some others I've come across. The sword itself is magnificent!
1688463
mine appears to have been clay-tempered the waves in the steel are along the edge of the blade and not present in the rest. The blade to me appears to be stronger along the edge, yet flexible not to break on impact. I am by no means an expert and this was my first katana purchase, but as far as I can tell yes it is clay tempered and is a good sword.
1899808
It is a beautifully crafted sword w/1065 steel. It feels very good in hand, blade sings when properly handled.
1631620
Yes it is, and what a beautiful piece of craftsmanship it is, for 50 bucks they gave this sword away.
159410
It appears to be. There are no grinding marks and it is quite sharp. I touched up the edge so it was extremely sharp but it took very little to get that way. Fittings are solid brass and tight, a very good sword for the money.
350731
No. They could probably take a couple hits before the tsuba or the hilt would be damaged. The steel is nice, but is more like a kitchen blade. It doesn't have the weight or shimmer of a genuine sword.
938202
The picture is authentic. My grandson has this beyblade and this is how Beat Lynx looks when he is in attack mode.
357648
Since I didn't make a purchase from ThinkGeek, I don't know for sure. However, size-wise, based on their respective product photos, they look to be the same size. Also, both Amazon and ThinkGeek's product descriptions say "officially licensed" and made from "EVA foam". Finally, I can say that the diamond sword I purchased from Amazon was indeed durable and did not feel like a cheap knock-off.
1802620
Depends on which seller you buy from. SwordsAxe has authentic wooden handle that is painted and refined. Some other sellers have cheap plastic handles.
973259
It IS. However, it is a piece of crap. Broke after two days. Its cheap jap crap and wouldn't recommend buying it. Spend the extra little cash and get something good.
496629
It all depends on what your wanting it for. If your just using it as a accessory for a cosplay costume or to have it on display its more than adequate. If your wanting a real sword with a honed blade, than no its not.