where did you buy that sword? i"m looking for some traditional hand forged katana. These days practical katana are useless. i had to throw away 2 katanas already.
@zenaku85 According to their website, Last Legend is "no longer producing swords". That's a shame since they did offer well priced, quality swords. If you are not a fan of Hanwei Forge (maker of the PC practical series), perhaps you may want to consider MAS (Martial Arts Swords). IMHO, they offer significantly better quality in both durability & construction.
I can't speak for the others but genetics is my reason. I started training before I started loosing really my hair. Now, I shave my head since I prefer it as opposed to looking like Larry from the Three Stooges.
As for your new sword purchase, I would highly advise receiving proper training before attempting test cutting.
Lol, I was just joking about the bald thing. That's why I shaved my head, too. I live in a rural area where there is no one to train me. However, I have trained in unarmed martial arts since I was around 5, so I feel I can probably learn quite a bit from watching the right people doing it and supplementing that with reading and asking questions. Anyhow, my wannabe katana arrives Saturday, so we shall see. :]
I am not a metallurgist but I do believe that the base metal, regardless of its carbon content or alloy mixture, is only one aspect of a blade's strength. Geometry & heat treatment also play a significant role. A katana's strength is also dependent on the quality of the sword's other components such as the handle (nakago-tsuka connection, ito maki, etc).
Thank you for the compliment. Comparing the LL Shinryu to the PCPK, imho the Shinryu is better in terms of quality materials/fittings, balance & construction.
Although I believe that the PC practical series are good beginner swords (relatively low cost but safe construction), the Shinryu is a step up.
The dog was a safe distance away & fenced in its yard so there was no risk of injury. Sometimes you can't control ambient sounds.
As you can see, I was cutting in a wooded area rather than a classroom setting. Training outside can be an important part of battodo & budo in general.
I am very fortunate to have meet many people in the swording industry & some have asked for my professional opinion. I have tested products for just a handful of companies & enjoy the friendships that have resulted from the collaborations.
This is not kenjutsu (combatives) but tameshigiri (test cutting). For an infinitely better demonstration, please view the clip "Nakamura Sensei Tameshigiri" which is of my kaicho's instructor.
Thank you for the compliment. I am the SC state rep for both the World Kum Do Association & the All Japan Goshindo Federation. I teach at several locations with one being Clemson University. If interested, please look at my Youtube profile for more info.
NO !
No tameshigiri for you !
ValarMorgoth 11 months ago
where did you buy that sword? i"m looking for some traditional hand forged katana. These days practical katana are useless. i had to throw away 2 katanas already.
zenaku85 1 year ago
@zenaku85 According to their website, Last Legend is "no longer producing swords". That's a shame since they did offer well priced, quality swords. If you are not a fan of Hanwei Forge (maker of the PC practical series), perhaps you may want to consider MAS (Martial Arts Swords). IMHO, they offer significantly better quality in both durability & construction.
tomurso 1 year ago
HAve you watched the movie Zatoichi? HE was so good with the katana :)
CleverDjembe 1 year ago
Why is nearly every decent white cutter bald? I just shaved my head 3 days ago, and just bought my first katana yesterday, so maybe I'll be good. ;P
GeetarAdam 2 years ago
I can't speak for the others but genetics is my reason. I started training before I started loosing really my hair. Now, I shave my head since I prefer it as opposed to looking like Larry from the Three Stooges.
As for your new sword purchase, I would highly advise receiving proper training before attempting test cutting.
Good luck
tomurso 2 years ago
Lol, I was just joking about the bald thing. That's why I shaved my head, too. I live in a rural area where there is no one to train me. However, I have trained in unarmed martial arts since I was around 5, so I feel I can probably learn quite a bit from watching the right people doing it and supplementing that with reading and asking questions. Anyhow, my wannabe katana arrives Saturday, so we shall see. :]
GeetarAdam 2 years ago
Ah, I see. In your opinion what is the best katana you have used or owned.
WithLove19 2 years ago
Is T-10 steel better than the usual carbon steel or spring steel?
FatalKnight 2 years ago
I am not a metallurgist but I do believe that the base metal, regardless of its carbon content or alloy mixture, is only one aspect of a blade's strength. Geometry & heat treatment also play a significant role. A katana's strength is also dependent on the quality of the sword's other components such as the handle (nakago-tsuka connection, ito maki, etc).
tomurso 2 years ago
great vid, which do you prefer. this or the paul chen practical series?
crazycolerogers 2 years ago
Thank you for the compliment. Comparing the LL Shinryu to the PCPK, imho the Shinryu is better in terms of quality materials/fittings, balance & construction.
Although I believe that the PC practical series are good beginner swords (relatively low cost but safe construction), the Shinryu is a step up.
tomurso 2 years ago
thank you, i may purchase a last legend then
crazycolerogers 2 years ago
I like how the dog barked at you're initial kiai...lol.
RobbyDoom 3 years ago
The dog was a safe distance away & fenced in its yard so there was no risk of injury. Sometimes you can't control ambient sounds.
As you can see, I was cutting in a wooded area rather than a classroom setting. Training outside can be an important part of battodo & budo in general.
tomurso 3 years ago
That's good that he was out of harms way. Not that I was concerned, You're very big on safety, so I assumed he was safe.
I'm a big fan of outside training. I super stoked to move to BC in 5 weeks, so I can train surrounded by mountains. Peaceful.
RobbyDoom 3 years ago
nice sword. good cutting.
kenpachi316 3 years ago
Wow, Tom, what companies don't you test for!
mightydagon 3 years ago
I am very fortunate to have meet many people in the swording industry & some have asked for my professional opinion. I have tested products for just a handful of companies & enjoy the friendships that have resulted from the collaborations.
tomurso 3 years ago
Is that you with the sword? I'm no kenjutsu expert, but isn't your form and balance a little off?
bighustlin 3 years ago
This is not kenjutsu (combatives) but tameshigiri (test cutting). For an infinitely better demonstration, please view the clip "Nakamura Sensei Tameshigiri" which is of my kaicho's instructor.
tomurso 3 years ago
ok cool. and you're pretty good yourself...was just sayin.
bighustlin 3 years ago
boring
813krank 3 years ago
very impressive and you movemenyts are very sharp
--what school do you teach at
pandawookie 3 years ago
Thank you for the compliment. I am the SC state rep for both the World Kum Do Association & the All Japan Goshindo Federation. I teach at several locations with one being Clemson University. If interested, please look at my Youtube profile for more info.
Thank you
tomurso 3 years ago
Very nice video, i would like to get this sword later
Woodertd334 3 years ago
If interested, please go to Sword Forum International to read the review.
Thank you
tomurso 3 years ago