What do "stainless steel with SHARP and strong SAW BACK blade" and "NEW STYLE LED LIGHT" in the description have to do with it?
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This was not the description when I bought. Mine had a dull blade as it was just a practice sword. This description sounds like it may have a sharp blade. Ours did not have an LED light, that seems a bit cheesy to me. I guess if you want a sword that lights in the dark this would be the sword. I would recommend emailing the seller.We do love our sword though! It still looks like the one we bought and we would absolutely recommend this sword. And for the price you can't go wrong.
1333863
This was not the description when I bought. Mine had a dull blade as it was just a practice sword. This description sounds like it may have a sharp blade. Ours did not have an LED light, that seems a bit cheesy to me. I guess if you want a sword that lights in the dark this would be the sword. I would recommend emailing the seller. We do love our sword though! It still looks like the one we bought and we would absolutely recommend this sword. And for the price you can't go wrong.
1333864
LOL, obviously wrong description :-). I bought one, nice balance, great for dojo practice.
1333865
To do with what ? The Iai is not sharpened nor a saw back blade ????? question seems totally out of context from the Katana for Iaido Practice ! ~ Respect
1603071
I have purchased several models of these knives. In looking the knives over closely, it appears that the knife originates as a Damascus Bar Stock and the blade is formed via a stock removal process. There is enough variation between blades of the same model to suggest that in the stock removal process, each blade is shaped and finished individually.
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Honestly I do not know nor was I even aware of such an issue. My knife is very well made, feels great in the hand, quality of blade & sheath is better than I expected for the price. I am a small collector of edged weapons (swords/knives/spears/axes etc.), I have approximately 150+ items, I only use a few, I have 4-5 folders for EDC & 3-4 fixed blade knives & 3 machetes & 2 swords that I use or would use for SHTF events, the rest is just for viewing. BTW all my blades are qualified as BATTLE READY, no stainless steel swords etc.
1518454
No it's not. Damascus steel is dark and has 'waves' from the forging process; this is some type of stainless steel
1201074
I measured one of them @~1/16" thick. "high carbon" and "high carbon stainless" are not the kinds of terms I would look for. These knives are VG-10 Steel, which is a high performance stainless steel- with what could be called a "high carbon" content of ~1%. The chromium (@15%) is what makes it stainless, and in this case, vanadium, molybdenum, cobalt, and manganese factor into the overall steel equation. It holds an edge remarkably well, while offering superior corrosion resistance. I put mine to a honing steel somewhat regularly, and sharpen maybe ever 3 months- but I like to maintain a shaving edge on these knives. They take the edge easily and hold on to it fantastic (using DMT diamond and then ceramic stones to polish). I have to say, I think it really depends on your own habits. These probably aren't ideal if you like to cut with more tight gripped downward pressure than a balanced slice. They're exceptional performing knives, but I think they're meant as more of a finesse instrument than a chopping tool. In my opinion, the balance and weight is great, the quality of the construction is obvious, and these are some of the best kitchen knives on the market. With fine diamond stones (I prefer DMT) and ceramic, they are very easy to maintain (a few minutes is usually all it takes to get it back to a scary shaving edge)-- but I wouldn't use them as cleavers in any sense whatsoever. If you're into finesse and slicing over brute-force chopping, I couldn't recommend these higher.
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Not sure on the type but mine has a sticker on it saying it "Accepts DEwault Miter saw XPS cross cut positioning LED work light system (DWS7085)". I am guessing that'd accomplish the same thing? In my opinion the laser is a gimmick, you can bring the blade down prior to your cut and see EXACTLY the spot the blade will hit.
829988
The saw I bought has a great LED light built in and a blower to clear dust from the cut area. Seems like a small thing but is really important to me. Great saw
863311
I believe it is the us army knife, WWII era. I could be wrong, if have to take a look at it; as it is put up.
308147
FYI, this month's issue of "Journal of Light Construction" wrote the Skil MAG77LT saw is identical to this Bosch (excpet for cosmetics) and both are made in Bosch's Chinese factory.
1177831
It is an attachment point for a second "knife" which is in quotes because Mora makes a lot of knives for use in the building trades, including one that has a square, sharpened end that is a chisel/knife combo. These knives are used in Europe/Scandinavia the way Americans use a retractable utility knife. They also make loooong ones for cutting insulation. Check out their home page.
1322911
Steel optik looks better. It's a liitle darker than stainless steel. Polished nickel is similar to chrome.
1183600
The screw on top appears to be stainless as well... there was a noticeable difference in the sharpness of these new blades and my old one that i use almost daily for smoothies. Well worth the purchase.
1100550
The tiny mark on the blade says "Seki -Japan" which indicates the steel maker. I use a diamond plate for sharpening ... the factory edge sucketh so some work was required but the edge is much better now.
1513698
I don't know but I ordered the same one that was recommended by Amazon so I guess I will be screwed also. Maybe Amazon is just trying to get rid of what they have. Haven't unpacked the saw yet.
1645414
Yes it is a real 404 stainless steel blade... It is not sharp but can hold an edge if sharpened. The handle is made of plastic. The top cap of the handle is made of aluminum. The face of the sword is also made of aluminum. And the... "wings" on each side are made of plastic. It's not something you'd want to swing around. It's meant for decoration.
866475
No! Wusthof Gourmet knives are laser-cut from one piece of high carbon stainless steel. This is the new mass production way of making cheap knives. It just sounds impressive. Definitely not forged!
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The main blade is stainless with D2 steel forged on the edge. The D2 part will get off color and will rust if not cared for properly. My nephew has one and has had really good luck with it. The one I purchased was over ground on one side and barely ground on the other and was not sharp. I worked with it for a while and finally got it sharp but it would not hold an edge nearly as good as my basic Leek knife. I sent it back to the factory explaining the problem but they only reground the blade and returned it. The blade still will not hold an edge. I have had 2 of the basic Leek knives and have had no complaints with either. The main blade is stainless with D2 steel forged on the edge. The D2 part will get off color and will rust if not cared for properly. My nephew has one and has had really good luck with it. The one I purchased was over ground on one side and barely ground on the other and was not sharp. I worked with it for a while and finally got it sharp but it would not hold an edge nearly as good as my basic Leek knife. I sent it back to the factory explaining the problem but they only reground the blade and returned it. The blade still will not hold an edge. I have had 2 of the basic Leek knives and... » Read More The main blade is stainless with D2 steel forged on the edge. The D2 part will get off color and will rust if not cared for properly. My nephew has one and has had really good luck with it. The one I purchased was over ground on one side and barely ground on the other and was not sharp. I worked with it for a while and finally got it sharp but it would not hold an edge nearly as good as my basic Leek knife. I sent it back to the factory explaining the problem but they only reground the blade and returned it. The blade still will not hold an edge. I have had 2 of the basic Leek knives and have had no complaints with either. « Show Less