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Author: CHRISTIAN MINOR
Quality:
Flawless
Sharpness:
Extremely Sharp
Functionality:
Light Contact Use
The Sam-sam, as I call it, is a great sword, an awesome katana. The handle is definitely a very showy one, and the blade has an awesone design. The steel should be just a little thicker, in my opinion. Its thin design makes for limited functionality, but still works good. The strange characters make for a cool display. The saya is very easy to scratch, which isn't good for the black coat. Overall, the legendary sam-sam 30 hundred is a great sword for a great price.
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Author: Slashingpooh
Quality:
Nearly Flawless
Sharpness:
Extremely Sharp
Functionality:
Light Contact Use
The first thing I noticed about this sword was that it was heavy. The blade itself is very light; however, the construction of the handle is very thick and weighs a fair amount. This serves to shift the balance of the sword to nearly where the guard is. This makes for fast sword movement but lessens power; but since the blade is made from very thin 420 stainless steel, this is probably a good thing. If you were to try cutting anything thicker than a couple of carboard boxes, the blade would probably snap off. On the plus side, the stainless steel makes for easy cleanup, and United Cutlery has edged it in such a way that it is magnificently sharp. I mean it; you can cut yourself pretty severely on this thing. As for the rest of the sword, the guard tips extend in a downward (i.e. handle) direction, which can sometimes impact your fingers while you're holding it. It's not a very comfortable handle, but if you don't hold it too close to the guard it's not too bad. Finally, I definitely would NOT suggest using this sword to cut anything heavier than cardboard boxes. In fact, after cutting 6 layers of cardboard that I had taped together, the sword started rattling and the handle/guard assembly became loose. I tried to take the handle apart to see if I could fix it, but I have no idea how they constructed this thing.
So in summary, the Samurai 3000 Katana is pretty, moves quickly, and is very very shrap, but should never be used to cut anything thicker than cardboard or maybe squishy fruit.
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Author: TRAVIS WITTMAYER
Quality:
Flawless
Sharpness:
Very Sharp
Functionality:
Light Contact Use
This Katana is VERY impressive in the futuristic sense. Great care is needed to preserve the blade's appearance and quality, just oil it weekly or bi-weekly and you are good to go. Make sure to look for any tiny rust spots as well, Bar Keeper's Friend works great on taking care of any rust spots you see. The edge is very impressive and sharp enough to be used as a machete of sorts, but don't use it against very tough woody plants, including trees, please! It's well-balanced and quite light enough to try out any moves you have in mind, just beware of the guard and you should be OK.
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Author: JORDAN CATALANO
Quality:
Flawless
Sharpness:
Extremely Sharp
Functionality:
Light Contact Use
This sword is one of the finest i have ever had the plesure to own. It is incredibley hardy because of the all metal design. I have had it for over a year and have never seen any rust, I have sliced everything from walls to pumpkins and still the blade keeps its sharpness. It should not be weilded by someone who does not have experience as it is incredabley sharp. It is quite functional but caution should be taken as the guard can poke your hand (OUCH!).
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Author: Steve
Quality:
Fair
Sharpness:
Average
Functionality:
Light Contact Use
Apearence: This sword is ,in my opinion the best looking thing on this site as far as the photos go.
Scabbard: is high quality and the locking mechanism is nice to have.
Tip: extremely sharp but since the katnana is primarily a slashing weapon the tip doesnt matter nearly as much as it would on say a rapier
Edge: not that sharp but has a curve to it and bottom area is nasty.
Balence: this is the worst part of the sword, the handle is MUCH too heavy and the blade isnt heavy enough. Because of this its swings dont feel like they have much power behind them. Its long handle makes up for this a little, since you can torque it to put more power into your swings.
Strength: made out of stainless steel so you cant expect much here. Also the blade is too thin as i said before. One thing it does do well is keep its edge
Overall: its a great looking wallhanger/display peice thats fun to swing around and its a steal for the price, but if you are looking for a battle worthy sword this isnt for you.
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Author: Guest
Quality:
Flawless
Sharpness:
Above Average
Functionality:
No Contact Use
I bought one of these a while ago and it is very easy to break the handle. It really can't handle much abuse. The blade however lasts a very long time, (Even if you lose it in the woods for a few months) and doesn't take much maintanance.
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Author: PATRICIA SONS
Quality:
Incomparable
Sharpness:
Extremely Sharp
The title speaks for itself. I bought this along with many other swords and this is by far the best i have ever owned. This is definately the best buy for this price.
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Author: Ignatus
Quality:
Flawless
Sharpness:
Very Sharp
Functionality:
Full Contact Use
From the first moment I saw this sword, I fell in love with it. The secret release button is an interesting addition, but seeing as how I am left handed it is a little difficult to release the sword sometimes but it isn't all bad. The sword is sturdy and sharp, a little on the heavy side but the beauty of the blade makes up for that.
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Author: Paul Gilmore
Quality:
Finely Crafted
Sharpness:
Sharpened
Functionality:
No Contact Use
I've been in possession of two of these swords. The first broke in the handle, and became loose and made a "clank" sound when you swung it. It was still safe to swing, but it didn't ... SOUND safe. After that, I replaced it, and when the second one CAME with a damaged handle, and I figured it was a design flaw. The sword is TRULY BEAUTIFUL and will impress any of your friends. The blade is quite sharp, and very dangerous. Before it broke, I demolished about 10 square yards of cardboard box.
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Author: Dean Messenger
Quality:
Absolutely Flawless
Sharpness:
Sharpened
This is the first sword I have ever purchased and I am extremely happy with it. Beautifully made and as solid as a rock this sword is a must for any collector. The sword is quite heavy, especially in the handle, that I can say may be its only fault. I am yet to test the sharpness of the blade but just by looking at the blade I could tell it was quite sharp. At this price, how could you not look past it?
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Author: Guest
Quality:
Average
Sharpness:
Slight Edge
Functionality:
No Contact Use
This sword does look very nice, but the quality of it was less than I was expecting. The handle was slightly loose, and because it is metal was heavy, but otherwise it was in good shape. the blade on the sword wasn't sharp, except for the tip which was very pointy, however I was expecting more edge sharpness since Katanas are for slicing rather than stabbing. I wouldn't recomend this sword for any real contact use, if you must hack at something with it, cardboard or something simalar would be all I would recomend using, all in all a nice display piece with a technological appearance.
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Author: Sam Edwards
Quality:
Flawless
Sharpness:
Very Sharp
Functionality:
Full Contact Use
This sword is simply amazing, the blade is very sharp all the way over and it's perfectly balanced. As I swing it I can almost hear it cleaving the air, the sword has a magnificent appearance, very technological. The only bad thing I can think of is that the release button is sometimes a little stiff and makes it hard to get the blade out of the sheath, but other than that it's a magnificent weapon, both for display and functionality.
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Author: David Badger
Quality:
Finely Crafted
Sharpness:
Average
Functionality:
Light Contact Use
first off, i must say that this is one of the nicest looking swords that i own. The all metal parts give it a very clean and sharp look. It is a very nice display peice, but i would highly recommend that the only thing you cut is soft (cardboard, fruit, etc.) The blade is fairly sharp, and the sword despite its weight is fairly well balanced. there are a few problems though. the finish on metal of the handle and sheath scratches very easily, and the release button is sometimes a little stiff. The blade seems strong enough, but i am reluctant to cut anything harder than cardboard or fruit with it due to the reviews i have read on it. Overall a very nice display peice with light functionality
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Author: Jeremy Horsman
Quality:
Flawless
Sharpness:
Very Sharp
Functionality:
No Contact Use
First sword i ever got and it is beautiful. It is handle heavy but it is a wonderful piece of metal. It can take most swinging. But i would not even think of using it to go sword to sword fighting.
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Author: David Whitsett
Quality:
Average
Sharpness:
Sharpened
Functionality:
No Contact Use
This is a very cool sword, and one of the first swords I've ever owned. The pommel and blade are very stylish and have an very cool light-sabre-like appearance. All-in-all a very sleek and amazingly cool sword.
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Author: Ian Crusan
Quality:
Flawless
Sharpness:
Sharpened
Functionality:
Full Contact Use
This sword is wonderful! As I swing it through the air i can hear it slicing through it. I love the Design of this sword. The release button is a bit stiff but so far thats all i found wrong with it. It is good for functionality. I have put it up against many things so far and it hasnt broke. It is currently my weapon of choice!
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Author: Jason Stricklett
Quality:
Flawless
Sharpness:
Average
Functionality:
No Contact Use
I must say this is probably my favorite sword out of my collection. I love the design of it. It's too bad it's not constructed to be more functional. I haven't really tested it, since I wouldn't want to do anything to damage it. The edge isn't very sharp, but the point is. While I agree with the other reviews in that the handle is very heavy and makes the sword off-balance, I personally like the way it feels. The only complaint I really have is that the latch is stiff.
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Author: Olivier St-andre
Quality:
Nearly Flawless
Sharpness:
Sharpened
Functionality:
Light Contact Use
It is a really cool sword, especially for the futuristic desgn it exhibits and the «air cooling vents» in the blade. Be careful though, I thought it wasn't sharp and I accidently ripped a very long scar in an inflatable punching bag. The only drawback is that I would have prefered a longer handle, but it still can fit both my hands.
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Author: Ujio Hemora
Quality:
Nearly Flawless
Sharpness:
Sharpened
Functionality:
Full Contact Use
Great sword at a great deal and price. I absolutly love this sword. The only down side is the heavyness of the handle itself. But man do I love this sword. Cya ill buy another 1 soon.
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Author: Leigh Woodside
Quality:
Finely Crafted
Sharpness:
Sharpened
Functionality:
No Contact Use
i purcased this 'futuristic' sword a few mmonths back and soo far have been very pleased with it. to start with. the sheith and blade scratch very easily. the unsheithing 'hidden' button is platic which degrades the sowrd slightly. the blade is fine and can do major damage especially when thrusting. the sword has no problems cutting plastic milk bottles into little incy wincy peices. the sword can stab through bottles without even a millisecond of peircing time and can cut up other stuf quite easily. the blade has become slightly lose and does make a monotonus click when swinging or chopping but overal i rate the sword well. it is a beautiful peice and could do super damage if the rest of the blade was sharpened more. it is definatly a show peice but gets dirty and scratched easily
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Author: Adam Crowder
Quality:
Flawless
Sharpness:
Sharpened
Functionality:
Light Contact Use
This was my very first katana and I love it. Well, actually the first one I had was messed up because the secret lock button got jammed and I couldn't get the sword out of the sheath. But i got a new one and it is great. There really isn't much bad stuff i have to say about this sword.
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Author: Ryan Rivera-silva
Quality:
Flawless
Sharpness:
Sharpened
Functionality:
Light Contact Use
The second I opened the box I immediatly fell in-love with this Kantana. It's such a beautuful piece. This Kantana is great for new collecters who's parent's wouldn't let them get around anything sharp and they've finally gave-in or basicly anyone. This Kantana is prety heavy and the sheath is awesome. At the press of a hidden button the Sheath comes right off! It's also prety sharp, more than once have I cut myself on it. It's beautifly furneshed with high quality metal parts. I also recomend u to buy it here at Swords online because people at cheap sword shops have tryed to sell junk swords way over-priced. These are the best prices I've ever seen anywhere! This is a high quality sword for a great price I highly recomend this Kantana to anyone
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Author: Chris Fox
Quality:
Finely Crafted
Sharpness:
Sharpened
Functionality:
Display only
First of all I would like to say that this is one of the best looking swords I have ever seen. The main problem I have with it is the blade is not recessed into the handle. Its attached onto the top of the handle, meaning, if you ever hit anything with it, you might snap the blade right off. Also, the fancy button to release the sheath, chips away at the metal part that holds it on if you dont push the button in when re-attaching the sheath. This being said, if you buy the sword to look at and show your friends, you will not be dissapointed, I intend on getting the Ninja and the Tanto.
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Author: Winston Oelkers
Quality:
Nearly Flawless
Sharpness:
Very Sharp
Functionality:
No Contact Use
This sword is beautiful. It has become one of my prize possesions and always will be. The only problem I have with it is that it is sometimes hard to get it to sit correctly in the scabbard and the sword is a little heavy in the handle, so it has to be off-center in its stand(not included). If you buy this sword, I recomend also buying a Tough-Cloth so you can keep it beautiful.
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Author: Richard Mcnamara
Quality:
Finely Crafted
Sharpness:
Sharpened
Functionality:
No Contact Use
great looking sword, all of my friends were impressed, but the functionality is somewhat lacking. It went through cardboard cleanly for a while but after about the third box it started making a strange dinging sound if i swung it, like something was broken. THe tsuba also gets chipped over nothing, i'm pretty sure i could fix it with some paint. All in all, for the money, its a good price for the look.
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Author: Dave Heidbrider
Quality:
Finely Crafted
Sharpness:
Slight Edge
Functionality:
No Contact Use
I got this sword a few years ago, and it's been one of my favorites since. I wouldn't call it fully functional but it's a solid feeling sword, enough to hand to a friend that doesn't know better and call it fully functional. You can run the edge down your arm with a little force and not cut at all, but it's an amazing looking sword nonetheless, even next to my authentic katanas. Definitely worth the money even as a display piece.
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Author: Scott Dixon
Quality:
Nearly Flawless
Sharpness:
Very Sharp
Functionality:
No Contact Use
Overall its a very nice, must have sword. Sometimes the locking button sticks. The paint scratches easily on the sheath and the handle may scratch as well. the handle is finely crafted and has much detail. the blade is durable, semi-flexable, and very sharp. It thrusts very easily through plastic milk jugs, cardboard, and my matress. I pretty much ruined my matress and a couple pillows with it before displaying it on my wall. It's great deal.
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Author: Mike Ponce
Quality:
Average
Sharpness:
Above Average
Functionality:
No Contact Use
As an owner of a good-sized weapons collection, i know fairly well how to test and rate swords. this one arrived with a solid grip and fairly sharp blade. i had it professionally sharpened, and it still holds that edge today. my problems lie in the balance, and the construction of the handle. the blade is unaccountably thin, and threatens to snap upon any serious impact. light cuts, such as through cardboard or light vegetation are feasible, though. the handle is sized for a hand-and-a-half, unlike the 2.5 hand grip of a traditional katana. despite this, the handle weighs considerably more than the blade, making for an akward strike, and the wrist takes too much shock since the blade has almost no swinging mass. when swinging it, you find yourself stopping the handle's momentum, not the blade's. styled like a lightsaber, it feels much like one as well. MAKE NO MISTAKE, it is a beautiful, striking showpiece with a unique, memorable style and design, but simply not geared for any sparring or cutting practice. hang it on a wall, and it's well worth every penny, but if you need a cutter, get a machete, and if you want a practice sword the practical katana will serve you well.
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Author: Robert Dutton
Quality:
Finely Crafted
Sharpness:
Very Sharp
Functionality:
Display only
An all-around great katana. Very sharp indeed. I dont like swinging my weapons around unless theyre kendo or the like, thats why I selected Display Only. However, to do so is entirely up to the buyer. A fine buy for the price, and although the 'secret button', is kind of easy to see. Some miss it, giving you a good laugh.
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Author: Ernest Dement
Quality:
Fair
Sharpness:
Slight Edge
Functionality:
Display only
Okay first off, for all the people saying that the handle is heavy i'd like for u to try something out. place to fingers on the blade directly above the tsuba (aka the handguard) and u should notice something astonishing. That weight is there for balance. I won't say the balance is absolutely perfect because it's not however it's more balanced than most swords i've ever held. That being said, i'd like to say this, if u want a functional sword don't get this. The blade isn't fixed into the hilt properly and after simply swinging it a few times like i did it will wiggle loosely from the hilt. Now if u wanna have some fun with it poking at cardboard and such go right ahead even though even something as easy as cardboard will dull the already dull blade. but one of my friends tried using it once to cut a stick. An ordinary old thin rotten stick. The stick still exists to this day but the blade snapped clean in two. Didn't break from the hilt, the blade itself snapped showing u how weak and fragile the blade to this thing is. Now if u're like me when u get a sword, of course u want people to look at it and marvel its beauty which this does but u also want a nice sharp toy to play with at the same time and i'm sorry this doesn't cut it. It's basically only good for setting on your wall and letting it collect dust which makes me sad to have a sword that cannot find a use in the world.
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Author: Jordan Rice
Quality:
Absolutely Flawless
Sharpness:
Extremely Sharp
Functionality:
Light Contact Use
An amazing piece of work! This is the first sword I have ever purchased, and I am pleased to say that it was a very good decision. The craftmanship of the hilt and blade are works of art, things I would not want to be damaged if it were to be on display. A must have for collectors around the world.
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Author: Darrell Pye
Quality:
Nearly Flawless
Sharpness:
Sharpened
Functionality:
Light Contact Use
Ok... right off I’m telling you I love this sword, but I do have a few complaints.
PROS: Design is awesome looking; future meets past. Blade is rather sharp and light, this is good because it still has cutting power but if you slip up your not going to cut your leg off unless you want to (beyond me why anyone would want to but that’s just me)
CONS: I don’t like the lock release; it sticks too much. Because the blade is so thin; you can break the blade (which would be very bad…) BUT since the blade is thin, if you have skill in swinging a sword this makes nice cuts. And the sword isn’t balanced very well.
Conclusion: If someone brakes into your house, it will do the job. If you’re going to practice with someone who has a sword too… don’t. If you just want something to look at and go “Who…” it is the sword for you. Now if you will excuse me, I’m going to go play with it out back now.
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Author: Guest
Quality:
Finely Crafted
Sharpness:
Above Average
Functionality:
No Contact Use
Like the title says... this sword is amazingly good looking.
When i opened the box I was very pleased with the sword. After the effect wore off, I started to notice things.
The scabbard paint was chipped in a couple of places.
The hilt was quite dirty, it took a while to clean it.
And after a few swings I could feel the blade start to come loose a bit from the handle. If you could find this sword with a full tang, longer handle, and better quality scabbard then buy it. Until then, buy this one and just look at it.
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Author: Sean Bruner
Quality:
Nearly Flawless
Sharpness:
Slight Edge
Functionality:
Light Contact Use
I Like this sword too, the botton on the sword sticks, but it is very fun to swing at trees and bushes.
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Author: Robert Graham
Quality:
Flawless
Sharpness:
Very Sharp
Functionality:
Display only
This sword truely is Display Only, but not in a bad way, it's very sharp, has good balance and if you show your friends this they will be impressed! The only problem being that after a few swings and strikes at carboard the blade will become slightly loose, I highly recommed it as a collection piece, or first time buy.
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Author: Jay Roldan
Quality:
Average
Sharpness:
Slight Edge
Functionality:
Light Contact Use
I love this sword its a great cool looking sword but don't swing it at trees or you will have a blade in the grass and a handle in your hand
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Author: Guest
Quality:
Nearly Flawless
Sharpness:
Sharpened
Functionality:
No Contact Use
the is a nice sword to show off. i showed it of to all my friends and they all agree that it is the most unique sword they have ever seen. i gave the functionality that i did because after all its not It NOT to be used to cut down trees it is a weapon, not a toy and is designed to cut through skin, not wood. anyway, i give this sword a 9 out of 10.
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Author: David Jackson
Quality:
Finely Crafted
Sharpness:
Very Sharp
Functionality:
Light Contact Use
I use to have this sword, and I really liked it. It had a good appearance, and the blade looked good. The only problem I had, and I suggest to others buying it, that when sheathing it, don't slam it in, that'll damage and chip away at the locking mechanism the sheathe has. And of course be easy cause mine was very sharp, I cut myself a couple times playing with it.
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Author: Michael Mitchell
Quality:
Finely Crafted
Sharpness:
Very Sharp
Functionality:
Full Contact Use
What can I say it's a wonderful sword, but, any sword owner will tell you not to ever swing a sword of any kind at a tree. What are you people thinking? A Samurai would have died before even thinking about it.
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Author: Antoine Coakland
Quality:
Incomparable
Sharpness:
Razor Sharp
Functionality:
Full Contact Use
As soon as I get enough money I will buy this and the tanto.
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Author: Kevin Anzalone
Quality:
Finely Crafted
Sharpness:
Slight Edge
Functionality:
Display only
Ok, this is indeed a really fun sword, but it's just not meant to be taken out onto the battlefield. The blade is NOT as sharp as touted and I broke mine on a box... A CARDBOARD BOX! Regardless, this is a fine blade to behold and regular hold. heh heh... Swing it around, I encourage it; just dont try to hit anything. This is otherwise a cool sword that just needs to be kept in the bedroom.
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Author: Erik Hanson
Quality:
Nearly Flawless
Sharpness:
Above Average
Functionality:
No Contact Use
This is a well crafted sword. By no means is it full contact worthy. But it will get the job done. You can swing it around, and very lightly slice targets or whatever. But over time the blade will become loose and weak. For the price, it's hard to find a sturdy of a sword as this one.
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Author: Kiefer Molz
Quality:
Poorly Crafted
Sharpness:
Slight Edge
Functionality:
Display only
I own this sword, and bought it for about 20 bucks. Okay, The handle's pieces all fell off, the tang is rat-tailed, and blade wobbles too easilly.
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Author: Devin Lea
Quality:
Flawless
Sharpness:
Sharpened
Functionality:
Display only
I knew when I bought this sword it would be a display sword, and I\'ve had it for years now and it\'s still in the same condition as when I bought it.
Good sword, just don\'t use it. It\'s not what it was made for.
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Author: Jake Armstrong
Quality:
Average
Sharpness:
Average
Functionality:
No Contact Use
in my humble opinion by looking at the pictures it looks like a rip off of a star wars light saber
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Author: Eric Picht
Quality:
Absolutely Flawless
Sharpness:
Sharpened
Functionality:
Light Contact Use
I bought this sword to start my collection in the Samuri 3000 series. It's a bit heavy and the blade shakes a little bit from the handle, but it doesn't fall out or get any looser no matter how hard your hit it. It is fairly sharp and will cut you if you aren't careful. A very nice blade, very detailed.
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Author: Chris Cunha
Quality:
Flawless
Sharpness:
Very Sharp
Functionality:
Light Contact Use
One of my friends has this sword. It's really cool!!! I woudln't recommend using on another sword for real combat though. Of course... It takes me awhile to learn these things... But she's more careful. lol. It looks really futuristic, and the detail is astounding. It's kinda' heavy... So, obviously, you should use both hands when swinging it around.
P.S. Amazing detail!!!
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Author: Paul Askedall
Quality:
Absolutely Flawless
Sharpness:
Semi Sharp
Functionality:
Light Contact Use
I own this beautiful Samurai 3000 Katana and I mostly keep it in the box and in my closet because my room gets dusty, but every time i take out to show my friends and whatnot, it's always magical....this sword is honestly a piece of work, the handle like a lightsaber and the secret button to press to unlock the scabbard from the sword is phenomenal! I like to use the scabbard as a blocking mechanism when I duel with my friends but you need to be fast in order to wield both. EXCELLENT buy, especially for this price since I got it for $152.
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Author: Chris Boucher
Quality:
Finely Crafted
Sharpness:
Semi Sharp
Functionality:
Light Contact Use
This sword looks pretty rad and for the most part is. I hate to be a shtickler though and mention it's downfalls. The blade itself is slightly loose; that's what happens when it's machine-made I sappose. It looks pretty rad and can handle some contact use. A random knob on the bottom of the handle always seems to fall off; I can't quite figure out why they made it there in the first place. Basically the sword needs some work and if they come out with a new and improved Samurai 3001 Ninja Or Katana; those would be a better purchase.
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Author: Guest
Quality:
Nearly Flawless
Sharpness:
Very Sharp
Functionality:
Light Contact Use
I bought this sword about a year ago and i can only complain that the button sticks a little sometimes. The blade is really durable and a little flexible but tree branches only leave little scratches on it (i do mean small branches). I would reccomend this for any collector or first time buyer, it is worth the cost.
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Author: Maria Morrison
Quality:
Poorly Crafted
Sharpness:
Sharpened
Functionality:
Display only
This was a nice looking sword but I was very unhappy with the heavyness And after taking it out of the box and drawing the blade the handle Fell apart into 8 or so parts RIGHT OFF THE BLADE... I now have the parts setting on my desk with no blade atached they looked like the were slid together and snapped in place like lego.
If you want it on your wall go for it it looks nice but dont exspect to even swing it aroung in the air because the handle may let go.
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Author: David Nicely
Quality:
Flawless
Sharpness:
Very Sharp
Functionality:
Light Contact Use
Opening the package revealed a nice piece of machine craftmanship. I thought it display only and left it on the display blade out. One night and I kid you not, some person breaks into my place with me in the computer room just surfing the net. That room is the same place where I display all my collectables including this sword. First thing I did was to grab the 3000 and peek around the corner to see this guy eyeing around. He came close enough for me to pop out from around the corner and do a sort of diagonal slash. I cut his shirt from one corner to the other. This dude then dashes out the door he broke into, long story short this blade can be practical sometimes.
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Author: Guest
Quality:
Mediocre
Sharpness:
Sharpened
Functionality:
Light Contact Use
This was my first sword and it truly wasn't at all what I was hoping for: Upon removing it from the box I noticed the hilt made a destinct Metallic *ting* noise instantly confirming my suspiscion of a poorly constructed weapon...Sharpness on the other hand was very nice and the tip resembled that of a needle, I did however notice the blade was freckled in a black foamish residue upon removing the blade from the scabbard successive times (Which I believe to be the scabbards inner-lining). I swung it clean through a broom-handle with no effort, & a certain satisfaction I might add; Only to realize that was the swords utmost peak of performance. And then it hung on my wall for months- The End. Moral?: Looks DON'T Outmatch Quality...
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Author: Nick Wright
Quality:
Nearly Flawless
Sharpness:
Above Average
Functionality:
No Contact Use
When i recieved this sword, I was suprised at the level of quality, not only in the handle, but also the blade and scabbard. Other reviewers said the blade is flimsy, but I didn\'t feel that way at all. The holes in the blade isn\'t my taste, and although it looks great, it has to weaken the blade. it is thinner than most katanas (the thinnest I own) but it still is very sturdy, with a very pointy tip (the pictures don\'t do it justice!) the handle is very sturdy, with no wobble between it and the blade. the release for the blade is quite stiff, but it is a good thing in my opinion, because as you release the blade many times, it won\'t get so loose its ineffective. the second half of the handle is actually one peice, which i think adds to the sturdiness. (is that a word?), and the center of the handle actually is two different layers of metal, a wire wrap with a type of decorative casing around it. With a all metal scabbard, I cant say enough good things about this blade. I rated it no contact use because I will NEVER test the edge of this Beautiful sword. Just don\'t swing it against a tree or anything, even real katanas were only built to cut through people, not trees! Go get an axe, people! WELL WORTH $100! EXCELLENT BUY!
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Author: Matt Dement
Quality:
Average
Sharpness:
Semi Sharp
Functionality:
Display only
I've been trying my hardest to come up with new and inventive ways of calling this thing a piece of crap but honestly words elude me. Sure it looks cool but it's functionality is very VERY limited. Hell, I broke mine on a cardboard box. After that I disassembled the thing to see how it's put together. It has a rat tail tang and believe it or not all the pieces of this sword are hot glued together. The scabbard, the blade the hilt... all of it is only glued together. And it's only made of 420 stainless steel which is very crummy steel anyway but they made the blade so damned paper thin it's worthless. 100 bucks is a little much for just a flashy display sword, you'd be better off just spending 20 bucks buying a replica off of ebay or at a flea market.
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