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Samurai vs Ninja Swords - how they are different and why

In the realm of Japanese swordsmanship, two iconic figures capture the imagination. The samurai warrior and the ninja. But why were their swords di...

How to get a custom sword with BladesPro

In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the world of custom sword making, exploring the process, benefits, and tips for obtaining a persona...

The Scottish Claymore

Carried by the fierce Scottish Highlanders from 1400-1700, the claymore has become well-known for its heavy blade and intimidating length. It's a s...

Kunoichi: Female Ninjas

Kunoichi is a modern term used to refer to women who served as Ninjas in medieval Japan...

Ninja Swords: Everything You Didn’t Think You Needed To Know

Ninja swords, everyone knows that they are a straight blade, with a square hand guard, right? If you do even a small amount of research into ninjat...

The Swordmaking Legacy of Longquan: Shen Guanglong

While the rest of the world was reeling from the breakout of World War I, the isolated Chinese town of Longquan held a sword competition...

A Concise History of Sword Development

Johnny walked into the sword shop. Inside, there were swords from all eras adorning the walls. To his left, he could see swords from Europe, and ...

The Ninja vs The Samurai

Mitsuharu of the Fūma ninja clan crouched under the window, listening with keen ears for any sounds inside. His colored, cloak, so obvious in the ...

Hattori Hanzō - The Most Famous Ninja

The castle gleamed alone before him, surrounded by mountains now invisibly wrapped in the dark shroud of night. Hanzō waited for the word to attac...

Forget Everything You Think You Know About Ninja

The classic image of a Ninja is firmly cemented into popular culture. A black-clad figure stealthily stalks his prey or steals something of value. ...

The Magic of the “Blood Groove” (Bo-Hi)

Kuna was frustrated. It seemed no matter how hard or long she practiced, she never could make her sword move as fast as she wanted it to. Her teac...

Sword Maintenance and Care

The antique sword business is without a doubt booming, but it’s unlikely you’d want your own swords to have an antiquated look ahead of their time....