Shinwa Black Emperor Katana Sword Damascus Steel

I got this sword for christmas and it looks and feels great. This is my second sword and i love it.

This was my first sword purchase, I'm very impressed with the product I received. The blade is just like what was pictured, very sturdy, nothing feels loose or wobbly, I'm no expert on swords, but this one looks and feels very well made. I'm very glad that I made the purchase!

This is the strongest and sturdiest Zatoichi I've ever had the pleasure to swing, the blade is beautiful the steel thick with a wide blood groove and double edged with a clip point as it should be the hilt is quite nice with cotton wrap on the handle. The sword looks straight but it truly has a slight curve a great buy, you won't find a more beautiful fully functional sword anywhere especially a Zatoichi. Every swordsman should have one, it flies practically on it's own. Thank you. Daniel of Nebraska.

this sword makes a beautiful showpiece but that's it. I've been collecting cutlery for about 12 years now I purchased this sword under the impression that it was battle ready and real Damascus. I received the sword and noticed a rattle in the hilt so I contacted budk and they replaced it without any hassle. Well when the replacement came it too had a rattle in the hilt. I wouldn't trust my life to this sword however it does make a very nice overpriced piece of home/office decor

I got my sword today and was not impressed the color of the blade Was not the same as the picture the guard is loose wiggly loose. The rap on the handle is poor I can see the wood in two spots. The sheath falls off when I pick up the sword not the quality I expected.