Does the blade continue into the interior of the hilt, or is the blade just attached to the top of the guard?
1934843
The description says that this sword is "full tang" construction, which means that the steel of the blade extends the full length of the sword from tip to pommel. I have not taken my sword apart to know first hand if this is in fact the case.....but I don't intend to use my sword in combat, so I guess it doesn't matter. It is a cool looking sword, and doesn't feel or look cheap. I am very happy with this sword and would buy from this seller and/or manufacturer again.
1934844
The blade itself does not continue past the hand guard or Tsuba, it stops at the brass collar that precedes the guard.
1934845
The blade extends all the way into the handle. The handle loosens a lot though.
390675
Hi, this is Mike. I have not had too change out mine yet but did look at it. If you look at the orange cutting head you will see an orange knob type lever. You will then need to slide it all the way to the unlocked position and it has black print to designate lock and unlocked position. Once in unlocked position you will need to grab the orange circular casing that holds the blade then wiggle and pull outward at the same time and it will unsnap from the main unit. The blade and the orange housing are replaced as an assembly to protect you from being cut by the sharp blade. Once that is removed simply snap in the new blade and housing into them main unit and slide the orange lever back to the locked position and you should be good to go. Hope this helps. Thanks, Mike
2244091
There is a small metal piece that will lock the blade to stay open, you have to move it over and close the blade at the same time. This piece is where the blade is when it is closed. Hard to explain, but it's a small ridged piece.
808302
Hello - This is a very nice piece but no, the main blade does not lock. I like mine so well I bought a second for myself and have given a third as a gift. Happy Holidays
1471832
by the front of the handle. there is a spring steel lock the pushes over, similar to other lock blade knives.
63213
No. The blade component extends into the hollow handle about one inch (of the four-five inch handle). It appears affixed to the handle by a little six sided bolt into the blade and a hollow cross base on the inside of the hollow handle through which the end of the blade fits inside. Perhaps that end of the blade is glued into the handle cross brace.I accidentally bought a second one of these and I'm looking forward to giving it to a friend of mine with 30 wooded/marshy acres in Wisconsin. Probably my favorite economical survival knife. It's a heavy piece of shiny metal with all those extras. No. The blade component extends into the hollow handle about one inch (of the four-five inch handle). It appears affixed to the handle by a little six sided bolt into the blade and a hollow cross base on the inside of the hollow handle through which the end of the blade fits inside. Perhaps that end of the blade is glued into the handle cross brace.I accidentally bought a second one of these and I'm looking forward to giving it to a friend of mine with 30 wooded/marshy acres in Wisconsin. Probably my favorite economical survival knife. It's a heavy piece of shiny metal with all... » Read More No. The blade component extends into the hollow handle about one inch (of the four-five inch handle). It appears affixed to the handle by a little six sided bolt into the blade and a hollow cross base on the inside of the hollow handle through which the end of the blade fits inside. Perhaps that end of the blade is glued into the handle cross brace.I accidentally bought a second one of these and I'm looking forward to giving it to a friend of mine with 30 wooded/marshy acres in Wisconsin. Probably my favorite economical survival knife. It's a heavy piece of shiny metal with all those extras. « Show Less
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Also, we noticed on ours that there is a trim piece at the opening of the scabbard that had come loose, and had to glue that back on...it is cut to fit the sword exactly, so I wouldn't worry too much about yanking it out, if that comes off it can be glued right back on...also the hilt on ours is a little loose, as others here have reported, but haven't had problems with it coming off etc...seems to be on ok despite that.
2053775
The "O" ring section that fit on the barrel will have some movement but if you lock in the butt of the knife to the underside of the front sight it will not come off when stabbing or during usage!
1944197
Simple.. you place the black inner blade guide in first.. The black plastic guide has a pointing thing on it that moves the spring back in place.if you do it right.. the black plastic guide should be close to the cutting blade... the metal blade has a little gray hinge turn and lock that locks the blade in place.... let me know if I helped you.. I have to warn you.. that black plastic guide does not hold up over time when you wash it in the dish washer.. the first thing to break is that pointing thing that holds the spring back.. It's still a great cutting machine.. Jim
939950
The blade is very secure inside the hilt but I don't recommend hitting it against hard objects
1800778
I added this knife to collection a few months ago and found it to be a beautifully made and finished combat dagger. I tested today to answer this specific question and am satisfied that the molded plastic sheath holds the knife firmly[stays in, held upsidedown without strap] but pulls out easily ,no snagging
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The blade does not go all the way back in (the last section is about 5 inches and stays extended all the time and the other pieces telescope into it). There is no lock that I can find so if you tip it the sections come back out
2005094
No. it locks in place. You have to squeeze the handle, depress the lock button, then let the handle go and the blade will retrack. Not having the blade lock would be a hindrance to usage. For you would have to remember to keep the handle squeezed.
1118940
Well you have to go through some gyrations with the blade guard, but it will go back on. Please do not use a hammer :o)
1800776
Yeah, it does. I'm very much into knives, and I assure you that you won't regret getting this. Not only does the sheath hold the knife well (in fact, it takes a bit to break in), but there is also a snap-on rubberized clasp for added security. It comes ridiculously sharp, and it has an excellent balance in the hand for hammer or reverse grip, and probably others though I have little experience with them.However, it will not be effective for the saber grip as the handguard puts a strange angle and strain on the thumb, limiting motion and possibly causing injury when thrusting.
507262
Attached to the holster only at the bottom. It allows you to remove the weapon ,leaving the holster in your pocket. your hand goes between the pocket guard and the grip
1145247
Not quite sure what you're asking. The sword simply pulls in and out of the sheath.