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    Default Sharpening Katana

    I ended up buying a replica Japanese Katana sword and want to have it sharpened. I would be most grateful for any leads as to who I can go to to for help with this. I am based in Gauteng.

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    Default Re: Sharpening Katana

    Depending on the quality of the replica it might not be worth it

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    Quote Originally Posted by The Beast View Post
    Depending on the quality of the replica it might not be worth it
    Thanks...that's exactly what I'm worried about.

    I suppose as long as there is some sort of edge I will be happy. I intend using it decorative purposes only.

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    Quote Originally Posted by RI CAR View Post
    Thanks...that's exactly what I'm worried about.

    I suppose as long as there is some sort of edge I will be happy. I intend using it decorative purposes only.

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    Just sharpen it yourself then.

    The equipment can be used for other things anyway.

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    Do you know the type of bevel on the cutting edge?

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    Default Re: Sharpening Katana

    most of these replica swords are made of normal steel, and the hamon is only on the surface. sharpening these blades will 1) destroy the hamon, and 2) not last long. the steel is not hardened, and even attempting to do so will be worthless...

    if the sword is for decorative purposes only, leave it as is...

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    Default Re: Sharpening Katana

    Sorry but if approach anyone who knows what they doing regarding sharpening Katanas and ask for a sharpening, they will not be shy in the pricing. Especially with these R1000 cheapness you get from flea markets. Going to cost more than the purchase price and as said it wont last long.

    Sharpening them is an art-form all onto itself. IMHO treat it like a kitchen knife and sharpen accordingly if you want to kill 2lr bottles in you yard (great fun BTW)

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    Thanks all...very useful info. Short of giving it a try myself...looks like this will simply be decorative for now.

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    Default Re: Sharpening Katana

    There are several options.

    As said some of these copies are mere formed and sharpened pieces of (stainless) steel. My brother had one which would bend below the blade when twisted of wobbled sideways because the tang was 5mmx5mm thin. It would have been a waste to sharpen this piece because it was utterly useless.

    If it is at least made from real steel with a proper grip construction I would pay a knife maker to grind and sharpen it with a belt sander.

    If it is a real katana copy I would get some experts to advise me.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Ds J View Post
    There are several options.

    As said some of these copies are mere formed and sharpened pieces of (stainless) steel. My brother had one which would bend below the blade when twisted of wobbled sideways because the tang was 5mmx5mm thin. It would have been a waste to sharpen this piece because it was utterly useless.

    If it is at least made from real steel with a proper grip construction I would pay a knife maker to grind and sharpen it with a belt sander.

    If it is a real katana copy I would get some experts to advise me.
    Sage advise, as always! Thanks very much DsJ! Right....homework for the weekend is to confirm exactly what I have and then plan what to do next.

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