Mystic Dragon DIY Katana Sword Kit 40 Ov.

I just received this a while ago. I'm thoroughly impressed. Everything fits together nicely. The blade is, in fact, carbon steel and very sharp. It has an excellent balance and weight when assembled, and is definitely not just for display. It comes with a carry bag, and the saya is very well crafted. All in all, I think it's a fantastic buy, especially considering its price. I just can't stop enjoying it. Beautiful weapon.

I did not think that this sword was as "flawed" as other reviewers. First I believe that the Fuchi,(collar)for the blade is not carved into the tsuka(handle).A "seppa" (washer)is placed one ahead of and one behind the cross guard, the collar is slid onto the blade ahead of the guard, then the tang of the "Katana" blade is slid through everything and tapped until everything lines up. This process took me twenty minutes and a very pleasing sword project came into being. Balance and heft are very good on this Katana when complete. I was so pleased with this sword kit I have just ordered the "Circle Dragon" kit to complement it. The instruction sheet has vague or incorrectly written instructions,caution advised when using them.(Use an actual sword already assembled as a guide).