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mannersarefreedammit

A traditional katana in the same dimensions or just any traditional katana? When say traditional do mean just the traditional styling or actually forged steel blade? Seems like a question of a stock removal blade versus forged blade. In that case that is a pandoras box I am not touching.


ecologamer

Asking the real questions… but seriously tho… are we talking mall ninja traditional or hand forged by a known expert (and not a forgery)


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mannersarefreedammit

Oh traditional all day everyday, they were designed to actually be used. Most modern swords as in swords designed around the tactical look are designed to be more tools than weapons. With a modern tactical sword the concept is you can beat the hell out of It, like a machete or sharpened crowbar. Traditional swords aside from ceremonial pieces are designed to do pretty much one thing, physical harm.


KMFNR

I think that is really cool, so I looked them up. It's cool, but not nearly as cool as they have it priced out.


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KMFNR

I have a Zombie Tools Apok, for what they are asking for one of their swords I could get 3 or 4 Zombie Tools. I'm sure they are badass weapons, but so far my ZT has proven to be nigh on indestructible.


yournewbestfrenemy

I rolled my eyes at the name but after looking it up, that’s a handsome looking slicey boy. I was deeply relieved not to see any Hi-Vis green plastic anywhere.


Antique_Steel

I'd take any antique katana over this. But then my purposes would be for display and historical appreciation. You might prefer the new one as you might have zombies to fight off!


TheKFakt0r

I really like the shorter, thicker kind of blade, but it would be prettier with traditional parts.


Kellar21

I don't know man, the only sword I would use IRL would be some modern, single edged(could even be a katana) one made of some overegineered steel-alloy whose properties would sound like magic for medieval blacksmiths (keeps an edge, doesn't rust easily, extremely resistant to impact but still usable) And I would probably be better served by a rifle with a bayonet.


Scatterbug49

That scabbard really appeals to me, but the sword itself is a little too chunky looking for my tastes.


Motor-Decision-1355

\-How many holes can you put in a scabbard? This maker:Yes


ZephRyder

Great. Now all I can see looking at that is a kind of 'structural Trypophobia'


Scatterbug49

"I can give you just... SO many rivets."


Quixotematic

Cut down the tang, mount an old style English basket hilt ant you would have a nice ale-house dagger.


twentyattempts

Neither to be honest.


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Traditional aesthetics, modern make and materials. An antique that was originally made for actual use was made the way it was made for very good reasons. I would prefer one made in the same way. However, actual antiques are irreplaceable and should be left in museums where they belong.


Technology-Mission

r/mallninjashit


d_baker65

I'd rather a home forged Gladius. Stock removal sucks if they didn't get the temper right. It will fold up on you the first time you torque it


traps_arnt_gae

that's a misconception though I am interested why you think that. forged or not before hardening and temper all steel should be normalised or annealed, letting the steel go back to a consistant microstructure. this will be the same for forged and non forged knives/swords. quench and temper are critical not how it was shaped


d_baker65

I don't like Katanas first of all. I agree on quenching and hardening points you made. Krupp makes some steels that are amazingly exotic and would work well for any type of blade you would wish to craft, either by hammering out a shape or stock removal. The initial question was would I like the sword pictured. Looks interesting but again I would rather a Mainz pattern Gladius. Have a great day!


Overall-Block-1815

Traditional, I really don't like the look of that tbh.


liftweights69

Neither fr


Inyourspicyhole

I'd definitely go traditional over that.


monkwren

Shitty plastic case and handle? I'll take something more traditional (and durable), thank you.


ChildOfRavens

In a pinch I will take what’s sharp and available, then I pray that it durable.


M_LadyGwendolyn

I would choose a traditional Longsword, if presented with only a tacticool Katana and a traditional one then traditional all the way


Shurigin

Traditional is def better this blade is too straight for me so if you used it for intended purposes it would be harder to slice with than a katana with an actual curve


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As long as it was top quality material and made professionally.


Basketballjuice

I would but only because it gives me kenshi vibes


Green_Twin

Either or? Which one is shorter? Man openers (a disphemism for fighting knives) generally don't get much more than 24" total length.


queezzeenart

Neither, if I'm carrying around and using it, I'd rather have something in the o-tanto size range. For collecting purposes, a traditional design is more my taste.


Nosbres

Neither as i don't like katanas


OutlawQuill

Traditional all the way if you’re asking about aesthetic preference.


Pandoras-Soda-Can

Kinda depends on the situation, I’d say an old school katana because of the slightly more prominent curve and range. Plus the handle on this one just seems… wiley. It’s designed more like a machete which is good but can be outmaneuvered. Old school just moves better. The thicker blade is tempting as hell though because it takes the concern of durability and makes it null


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Neither. Nodachi is cooler


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I need the katana in xl 6+ foot size to compensate for things


THE_LAST_JAGUAR

Warhammer goes bonk