| A katana is a Japanese sword that is mostly used | | | | nine inches in length. The size of decorative |
| for swordfights as well as in various ceremonies. | | | | swords itself make them impractical for training |
| It is usually two-feet long and has a curved single | | | | and combat. They are also heavier than the |
| edged blade. If you're fond of watching Samurai | | | | conventional katana swords at three pounds. |
| movies, you'll probably be familiar with this sword. | | | | Deluxe katana swords |
| Today, katana swords are also used for | | | | If you want a decorative katana that you can |
| decorative purposes. A decorative katana can | | | | also use for training, you want to opt for the |
| become an impressive focal point to oriental style | | | | deluxe varieties. These are relatively more |
| design themes in home and office interiors. There | | | | expensive and are handmade to look like the |
| are katana swords that you can use for both | | | | authentic varieties. The blades of deluxe swords |
| functional and decorative purposes but there are | | | | have been forged out of high-carbon steel and |
| also those that you can use for only one purpose | | | | are clay tempered. These swords are also lighter |
| - either as a decor accent or for martial arts | | | | at two pounds so you can use them for practical |
| training. | | | | purposes. |
| Intricate detail | | | | Whether you're buying a katana for training or for |
| The thing about decorative katana is that they | | | | its decorative function, make sure that you're |
| are more aesthetically appealing than functional. | | | | getting a sword that feels and looks like its |
| They come in extravagant and rich colors with | | | | authentic version. Carbon steel that is differentially |
| details that are at par with deluxe katana swords. | | | | tempered is great if you're going to use the |
| The blade of a katana sword for decor is made | | | | katana for real cutting and practicing aside from |
| of edged and tempered stainless steel and is | | | | its being a room accent. |
| about 27 inches long. The handle, for its part is | | | | |