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21 1/4" 1065 high carbon steel blade
Sleek stainless steel hand guard
Ergonomic TPR injection handle
Includes heavy duty sheath
Overall length: 30"
21 1/4" 1065 high carbon steel blade
Sleek stainless steel hand guard
Ergonomic TPR injection handle
Includes heavy duty sheath
Overall length: 30"
Product Description
The Honshu War Sword - Black represents a modern spin on a proven, time-tested sword design, boasting a sleek, contemporary look and serious muscle to back it up. The imposing 21 1/4" blade is forged from rugged 1065 high carbon steel, with a non-reflective black coating for added stealth and corrosion resistance. Tough and ergonomically contoured, the TPR handle provides a superb no-slip grip. The brooding black handle and blade finish are vividly offset with a satin-finished, stainless steel handguard. Measures 30" long overall. A heavy duty sheath completes the package.
This thing feels great in the hand, and it's fun to swing it. I just love mine and intend to use it to its fullest. Gourds and tatami mats need to be very afraid.
Andrew Johnson Jun 01, 2021 (5 out of 5)
The Punisher would LOVE THIS !!!
Nioh here again black belt weapon expert and this one I put through the test repeatedly for fun haha this weapon has what it takes and then some. Don’t pass this it hit on my list of favorites. Shopping blades shop Budk an Honshu they don’t Disappoint.
Anonymous Mar 04, 2019 (5 out of 5)
Excellent all purpose tool that'll last a lifetime
Lethal against any obstacles in the bush. This thing is a Machete on steroids. I have a affinity to machetes among other knives, swords etc.... and I am a big fan of British cold rolled steel but when I grab this sword, it becomes the jack of all blades and can pull duty in a variety of roles. a light oiling and she's ready for next time. I actually like the sheath and it wears well on the hip in the field. with regular care and maintenance, United Cutlery's rendition of the Chinese War sword is a Excellent all purpose tool that'll last a lifetime!
R.G.
Arthur H. Otte Jan 21, 2019 (5 out of 5)
Cool Honshu War Sword!
Very Cool,Well Made, Very Functional, My Daughter Saber has TWO of Them! She Loves them both!
Stacy Gifford Oct 05, 2018 (5 out of 5)
Magnificent
Bought as Birthday gift for my Husband. He has been sword fighting his whole life from his Viking heritage. He loves this sword. Well done True Swords!
Gary Wolff Jun 12, 2018 (5 out of 5)
Great chopper slicer
Cuts through water filled gallon jugs with just one swipe, solid, sharp, an excellent performer
Gary Wolff Jun 11, 2018 (5 out of 5)
WoW!
Solid, great balance, unusually sharp out of the box. This is one bad boy. A must have for any serious sword work. Not only an efficient sword to wield, also has great eye appeal and the scabbard is decent.
Al the Dadao Ren Mar 21, 2018 (5 out of 5)
Fantastic Dadao War Sword
This Honshu War Sword is actually a smaller copy (Wakizashi sized) of a Chinese Dadao War Sword. I received it and Wow! It was very well balanced and had a good weight for a real battle weapon. The fit and finish were excellent. The blade came as a Manganese Steel Blade and it was sharp and solid. The shape of the handle was very ergonomic and comfortable affording one or two hand hold. I have the Cold Steel Dadao. Condor Dadao, CAS Hanwei Dadao as well as several other Dadao blades, and I would put this Honshu War Sword Dadao as one of my favorite. It is shorter and lighter than your standard Dadao making this very handy to carry around as well as storage in the car. The only complaint I have is the design of the sheath left something to be desired. I would have preferred a sheath more similar to the Cold Steel Dadao sheath. With a better designed sheath, I would rate this sword a total 11 out of 10. Oh, I bought another one, but now it comes in 1065 steel instead of the original manganese steel. I wonder why the change in steel?
Anonymous Nov 22, 2016 (5 out of 5)
Excellent Sword
Excellent, well made sword. No problems with mine, blade is really sharp. Blade is also thick and heavy. Agree with one of the previous reviewers that is a bit harder to re-sheath the sword than it is to take it out. One set of the oriental characters on the box means Okinawa, but could not find any reference to such a sword when I googled Okinawan war sword. Well worth the cost. Tom from Hawaii.
Adam Lay Aug 29, 2016 (5 out of 5)
Awsome
Sword preformed as well as my $300 cold steel long sword I can not recommend it enough
Anonymous Jun 12, 2016 (5 out of 5)
This Totally Reeks of Awesomeness
If you were in a situation where you brought a knife (or sword in this case) to a gunfight, I think as long as you had this sword you would be just fine....
Never been more confident or felt more safe while having this in my possession....Zero cons and about 10 Pros...I have done everything with this thing from the time i bought it and rated everything i did with it 10 stars...I have even learned to throw it with great results coming from it...I sold or given away every knife, Ax, Machete, i owned because this is all 3 in one.....Also great for butchering and gutting....I actually had some jerkwater that broke into my house give himself up to the police after i pulled this out from it's shealth... I even forced him to call 911 himself to tell the police everything he did.... Must Have for any mafia henchman and also make a great gift to anyone who would like to intimate someone without pulling out a gun... Love this thing and bought 2 so i can use them as twin swords...
Homero Alvarez del Castillo May 28, 2016 (5 out of 5)
One Man Guillotine
This is the perfect weapon to have for the coming world war and apocalypse. If they ever take our guns and rifles away, you had better have this weapon at your side. It is a One Man Head Chopping Guillotine. Budk, don't you dare show this baby to ISIS. It has that perfect balance in your hands as you swing this sword to the left or to the right with one or two hands. The blade is also very thick and very strong when compared to a samurai sword. This Blade is not a stabbing weapon as much as it is a chopper. If you are looking to cut arms, legs and heads, this is the one. As for the sheath, it is ok but I would prefer something different but the sword makes the deal more than worth it.
Cory Koepplinger Apr 15, 2016 (5 out of 5)
Very well made
This thing is far from a wall hanger. Very well made, sturdy with absolutely no rattle. Nice, thick blade built to be functional but nice enough for display. The sheath is also good quality, which was a bit of a pleasant surprise. It just needs a bit of breaking in.
Eric Gilbert Apr 12, 2016 (5 out of 5)
Wicked Cool
I eagerly awaited this blade and for the most part I am not disappointed. The sheath is minimal but functional, and made of a stiff leather, my only complaint would be the same for all sheaths. it's made for right handed people and I am left handed. Wish I knew a fix for this.
The blade is solid, the handle grip is nice but I feel the added grip on the top front of the handle is a bit rough on bare hands.
It's a properly heavy sword, and I need to get some watermelons to test it on.
I've already scratched some of the paint slicing cans in my backyard.
Steve Kundzala Apr 10, 2016 (5 out of 5)
Beautiful sword
I'm impressed with the quality and good looks of this sword and sheath. I'm very happy with this purchase. It was well packaged and delivered fast. A GREAT buy!
Anonymous Aug 28, 2018 (4 out of 5)
tough little sword
love this sword but hate the sheath. ints tough to draw and re sheath.the design is solid just not designed for 1 handed use.
Anonymous Sep 20, 2016 (4 out of 5)
Very Cool
My only problem was the cross guard rattled left to right, fresh out of the box. That's something you'll want to check for in-store if possible. I don't think it's a serious defect; just a little super glue should do the trick. Other than that feels light and well balanced for the size of the thing
Sean P Sweeney Mar 14, 2022 (3 out of 5)
One small problem.
I was wondering how I could get away with writing two reviews, but then I remembered I bought two of these blades. One of which was engraved, and this review is about the engraved one. I had to drop some stars, because they put the engraving on the wrong side of the blade. When I am wearing the blade on my side. The name is next to my leg, and no one can read it that way. I'm sorry, but I'm proud of the sword and its name and I want people to know it.
Anonymous Oct 21, 2016 (3 out of 5)
Awesome Sword
The Blade Shape And Feel Are Awesome, Love the Handle, Hate the sheath Though, Almost Impossible To Resheath It One Handed, I May Be making Another Sheath For It Somehow. The Edge Came Rather Dull But Itll Do, Other Than That Great Blade, Nice Balance, Comfortable Feel, Nice Rubber Handle, Overall Not Bad.
Anonymous Feb 05, 2017 (2 out of 5)
Issues with war sword
My brother got one of these and recommended that I get one as well. I bought one and was happy with it for a while. My brother then told me the guard on his war sword had come loose. Soon after mine developed the same problem. Neither of us have put the swords to any work, and so the guards came undone without any force required. Rather unsatisfied with what has happened because ultimately it's not a bad sword, but it seems like the craftsmanship is a little bit lacking.