Great value
"Loved the sword, but interior of sheath not form fitted for that particular blade."
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Shinwa ScarletFang Handmade Shirasaya
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- FULL TANG BLADE: Features a 29" black Damascus steel blade, showcasing over 1,000 layers of meticulously hand-forged steel.
- EXCLUSIVE BLACK DAMASCUS: Unique process results in a blade with a deep, brooding dark beauty and unmatched patterning.
- SEAMLESS DESIGN: Fluid transition from kashira to saya base for a sleek, uninterrupted profile.
- ELEGANT HARDWOOD FINISH: The handle and saya boast a satiny, hand-lacquered finish for durability and a luxurious feel.
- PERFECT DIMENSIONS: Measuring 40" overall, it is easy to wield and transport, making it ideal for display and handling.
- FULL TANG BLADE: Features a 29" black Damascus steel blade, showcasing over 1,000 layers of meticulously hand-forged steel.
- EXCLUSIVE BLACK DAMASCUS: Unique process results in a blade with a deep, brooding dark beauty and unmatched patterning.
- SEAMLESS DESIGN: Fluid transition from kashira to saya base for a sleek, uninterrupted profile.
- ELEGANT HARDWOOD FINISH: The handle and saya boast a satiny, hand-lacquered finish for durability and a luxurious feel.
- PERFECT DIMENSIONS: Measuring 40" overall, it is easy to wield and transport, making it ideal for display and handling.
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The Shinwa ScarletFang Shirasaya Sword is an exceptional piece that epitomizes minimalistic elegance and masterful craftsmanship. With a sleek design that stands out in any collection, this sword boasts a full tang 29" black Damascus steel blade, painstakingly forged by seasoned artisans using centuries-old techniques. The distinctive black Damascus pattern adds an aura of sophistication and mystique, making it as striking in appearance as it is functional. The seamless flow from the kashira to the saya base enhances its aesthetic appeal, creating a stealthy and unique presence.
Crafted with a tough hardwood handle and matching saya, both with an elegant, satiny hand-lacquered finish, the ScarletFang is built for durability and elegance. This piece serves as both a formidable tool and a showpiece that invites conversation. Collectors seeking a blend of modern innovation and traditional Japanese artistry will find the ScarletFang an unparalleled addition to their collection.
Overall rating: 4.243902 / 5 from 41 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
The Shinwa ScarletFang Handmade Shirasaya Samurai Sword from BUDK is praised for its aesthetic appeal and craftsmanship, though opinions on quality and blade sharpness vary among customers.
Summary topics
- Aesthetic Appeal (15%): Many customers stated that the piece is great, excellent, pretty nice, and a good addition to their collection.
- Blade Sharpness (38%): Customers expressed differing viewpoints regarding the blade, with some finding it nice and sharp, while others thought it looked like a toy.
Review topics: ["weight","quality","shipping","price","design","looks","pattern","feels","box","works","sword","blade","piece","buy","edge","saya","balance","addition","weapon"].
Review highlights
- "This sword is very sharp and seems to be made of good quality materials." —
- "Great quality and great storage box." —
- "The blade itself looks really good with the brown swirls of the Damascus steel." —
Reviews
Great Quality
"Arrived perfect. Great quality and great storage box."
Nice quality at a good price
"Received my sword intact, fast delivery, high quality blade for the money, sharp but not real sharp, it’s fine for me, it is a decorative piece"
Great
"I bought one of these for my daughter about 3 years ago. I finally got one for myself. Fast shipping and product arrived in perfect condition. Love it! Thank you Budk"
Not quite what I was expecting
"This is definitely an eye-catching piece, but I don't think this would be ideal for self defense. The first thing I noticed, other than looks, was the way the weight was distributed. It feels VERY forward heavy, too much so for a katana which is supposed to be usable one handed. I felt very little weight in the handle, which would have helped to offset the balance more towards the hand and make it much more wieldable. I think a good modification might be a thicker or more substantial tang in the wood grip for just that added bit of weight to make it feel less heavy than it feels when you try and swing it. DEFINITELY use this with two hands!"
Second purchase
"This is my second purchase from Budk . I am pleased with everything. I wasn’t really guarded about this purchase as it was less than a 100 dollars . That said I am shocked at the quality of the gum jeep ( scabbard ) and the Gum jaru ( handle ) fit together seamlessly. I Do a Korean sword style heavily influenced by the Chinese , this was the perfect carbon blade to practice with and I won’t feel bad if it gets used and abused and carried everywhere ."
This is the only Shinwa product I've been fully satisfied with.
"I've generally had negative experiences with Shinwa swords, they tend to have grips which are less nicely executed than same priced or cheaper Musashi or Musha blades - but this one gets it right, as there's no wrap, just a well lacquered wooden grip continuing seamlessly into the saya - so there's no grip wrap to execute poorly. Yes, the blade has a big, essentially impossible to properly remove, Shinwa logo that really hurts the aesthetics, BUT, it doesn't show up so brightly on the red/black blade finish as it does on most of their other decided. Lastly, this is a well executed and unique design. While using a habaki at the base of blade and finishing the sword in Japanese "Shirasaya" fashion, the blade itself is essentially a blade that would be equally at home on a Chinese jian, a late period European arming sword, or even a later period sidesword. One could easily refit the blade to serve as any of these. The dark black and red finish on the layered steel of the blade isn't unattractive, but it will gradually break down under the wear of cutting, so if you're going to use it, that aesthetic should be less of a consideration, given it will fade."
Shinwa Shirasaya Sword - Red Lacquer
"This is a very attractive sword with red lacquered wood handle/scabbard and a symmetrical Damascus pattern double-edged blade that arrived in perfect condition. The blade is of "normal" weight, and is double-edged the full length on both edges. It could be sharpened to "razor sharp" with little effort, but I intend to leave it the way it is, because it's safer to handle. I bought it to hang on the wall, over my desk, but it could also be easily carried, in the off hand, on walks."
Gorgeous, functional weapon
"Pros: Comes in an attractive, fabric-wrapped sword box with a silk lined (I think) sword bag inside. Blade weight/thickness is just the right balance between power and speed. Has two very decent edges out of the box, as well as a wicked point. The black Damascus blade is absolutely beautiful, and complements the red lacquer saya and tsuka perfectly. Saya and tsuka are shiny, smooth and in the same line, making this sword look sleek and generally awesome no matter how you use or display it. I haven't done too much with it because it's so pretty, but it cuts through tin cans and bottles of all types like they're not even there and could definitely take care of business if you needed it. Cons: Has a "Handcrafted in China" stamped near the base of the blade, which is a little annoying. At least on mine, the sword can only be sheathed with the blade facing one way, or the edge of the saya will be slightly off-true with the handle. I guess the mouth of the saya is a little unevenly carved. The inside of the sheath has a tendency to get wood shavings on the blade when you draw it, but that got better with time. Overall, the Scarlet Fang is a gorgeous weapon that will do equally well cutting or hanging on your wall, and getting it for $70 is straight up robbery."
Awesome purchase
"I've swung this sword rediculously hard through the air at least 50 times to test how well it's attached to the handle. It doesnt budge. It's well put together. The blade is sufficiently sharp for backyard cutting. This sword serves a gook hiking companion"
