Fantastic looking Katana & awesome cuts...Thanks for showing it brother ,have a great weekend & 4th ✨🇺🇸✨
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Peanut! Happy 4th!
@Divine_Serpent_Geh
Жыл бұрын
Hira Zukuri geometry makes Katanas even more ferocious cutting machines. The “weakness” and lack of toughness on Katanas with this grind is so overblown and untrue. Walter Sorrells, a great smith who has been forging Japanese swords for decades demonstrated this in spades.
@Katana-Karl
Жыл бұрын
So true! One day I hope to own a Sorrells blade. Thanks for tuning in!
@nickmarcotti8167
2 жыл бұрын
Have you noticed that Z sey somehow makes their hamons look like the hamons on real nihonto? For some reason, no other production katana companies do it quite right. Not to say they're bad, they just don't look the same as in a real Japanese sword, the way Z Sey seems to be able to do. To me, it sets them apart from other production katana makers.
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Have I noticed? Lol yeah...I definitely noticed. Who ever they have polishing knows what theyre doing. You are Spot on and I believe this is why we are paying that premium.
@KingTotz
2 жыл бұрын
You are very knowledgeable and a great cutter; fun to watch you do kata as well. I am a bit tempted to buy a Zsey now. If I weren't spending on nihonto I probably would in a heartbeat.
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the compliments Tater!
@BlindOwl-Outdoors
2 жыл бұрын
wow what an amazing sword please take care
@choirboyzcutleryoutdoors
2 жыл бұрын
Brother I am really looking forward to this one I've got it saved for lunch time! It looks like a gorgeous sword cannot wait to watch this review! Much love my brother
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Awsome man! Thanks for sharing it and for all you've done for me. Mad respect ol'boy
@choirboyzcutleryoutdoors
2 жыл бұрын
@@Katana-Karl my brother I love you I really do we going to hit that thousand mark!!
@DonnieBAllDay
2 жыл бұрын
Beeeeeeyouteefull!
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks ol'boy! 👍💪
@blindowl-bushcraft-survival
2 жыл бұрын
great review Karl i have dreamed of getting a sword like that someday, take care
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dan! Work on getting an air conditioner first. Lol
@susanlee6816
2 жыл бұрын
Awsome katana Karl. Amazing description and information. Great views . Thanks for sharing. God bless 🙏 stay safe hugs ❤️
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thank ya kindly Miss Susan 🙏
@SDMountainMan
2 жыл бұрын
That is sweet WOW on the craftsmanship a lot of details and sharp. What was that you were cutting?
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mountain Man! Yes that was me doing the cutting
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Oh I re read your comment. I realize now what you were asking. It's called tatami. Or woven grass mats that are rolled up then soaked in water for 24 hrs. They have the same resistance of an arm, leg or neck.
@pvsampson
2 жыл бұрын
First thing I noticed with mine was the fitting and overall quality. Their new fittings are outstanding and will be interesting to see what price level they use them for and they have a new copper tsuba as well that is awesome. Good review that I enjoyed and a nice sword.
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Yes they are definitely of a higher quality. Which katana did you get? And was there anything they could have done better?
@lightofgodindarkness
2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful sword, thanks for sharing brother, God bless you
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you sister! I hope your trip went well
@lightofgodindarkness
2 жыл бұрын
@@Katana-Karl Yes brother, I am back i thank God
@Hitokage
2 жыл бұрын
Cutting like a razor!
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Yes sir!
@MichaelR58
2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful sword Karl , great review , very nice , thanks for sharing , God bless brother !
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much Micheal
@dees.daniel7
7 ай бұрын
Very cool review. Greetings from Taisha Ryu North America.
@Katana-Karl
7 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@tengu190
2 жыл бұрын
Curious about the nagamaki profile katana they offer. Reminds me of the Hanwei Raptor Nanbokucho zukuri in profile.
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Yes I was curious about that as well. Thanks for tuning in!
@nickmarcotti8167
2 жыл бұрын
I've been waiting for this review ever since I saw on Z-Sey's channel, in the comments section, that you were getting one. Two questions: You can only own one: Motohara or Z-Sey? And have you received your tanto from them yet? Looking forward to that one, too! Congrats on your beautiful purchase!
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Nick! We'll right now it would be Motohara. But I'm getting another from ZSey Inna coupla weeks. So ill have a better idea on which company i actually prefer. The Touyuan should be here soon. It's on their website if you want to check it out. And yes I did get the tanto. A fine piece. Will do a review on it soon.
@GeorgiaTrappingandFishing
2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic work with the Katana Karl! That was a very good review of it too brother. I always learn more with each of your videos. Sorry I’m so behind on videos, I was out of commission for a while with the COVID. Congratulations on reaching 1000 brother and I wish ya many more . Y’all take care. 😊🇺🇸🔥👏👏👍👊
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you sir! I am happy you are better now. I had it last Jan. and it bout half killed me. Ran thru my family like wild fire.
@GeorgiaTrappingandFishing
2 жыл бұрын
@@Katana-Karl yes I remember when y’all had it Karl. I was hoping someone would just shoot me the first three days lol. I appreciate it brother 😁🔥👍👍
@AgouraSteve
2 жыл бұрын
Great Katana, great cutting. Looks fantastic. Your dojo room looks really nice too. You really do have a great set up going. Not your average Joe, Karl. Lol
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Lol! Thanks Steve! 😊
@SpaceGhost182
Жыл бұрын
Loved the review and the camera work. Beautiful blade as well. Nicely done!
@Katana-Karl
Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much! 🙏
@colinruedger7222
2 жыл бұрын
Excellent review Karl. I love those flying flamingo cuts!
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Lol thanks!
@chattanoogachop5154
2 жыл бұрын
This was instructional in terms of seeing a 1500 katana vs a 100 katana. I also like the juxtaposition of the traditional garb breathing/ swishing quiet of the dojo vs the ballcap family gathering rooster crowing of the cutting demo.
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
buddy! Thanks ol'boy! Quite the contrast in all respects
@fabledreamor
2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful katana! 10:53 Wow! Very quick two cuts.
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Spyder! I hope you check out more of my content and subscribe if you're not already 😊
@FreedomFrog333
2 жыл бұрын
Congrat's on breaking 1000 brother! Happy 4th!
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks ol'boy!
@JamesGOutdoors
2 жыл бұрын
Bad to the bone baby lol .it's freaking sweet brother. It's good to see you my friend.
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Hey! Great to see you commenting! Hope all is well
@bladetimeswissvladknives
2 жыл бұрын
A very nice and interessting video and also a very beautiful katana.
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@shinobihiriyu-originalninj4634
2 жыл бұрын
nice sword stand with your name 😍👍and of course also a super beautiful katana ❤ love your vids and I hope you have a great summer 😉
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Shinobi! Hope you and your family are doing great
@shinobihiriyu-originalninj4634
2 жыл бұрын
@@Katana-Karl we are doing just fine, my parents are moving to an apartment so I help them. Lots of things to do but we are having a good summer time 😃
@sigmanarchery54
2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely beautiful katana!! Thank you sir for all the knowledge and information appreciate ya God Bless Karl.
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Sig Man!
@scottjua
2 жыл бұрын
Nice! I've been out of the loop for a bit but these look like a new decent option.
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
They definitely are. Check out my latest vid of the Z-sey Touyaun. It's even better than this one at half the price
@JR-5465
2 жыл бұрын
I thought I was subbed but I wasn't but am now Brother. Scab threatened me.
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Hahaha! Thanks for the support! Even tho you was forced! 🤣 And I believe ol' Scab don't make idle threats hahaha
@armoredsweatpants3997
2 жыл бұрын
An absolutely beautiful shinken you have!, love all the copper up front, the rayskin is awesome!, beautiful tameshigiri and iaido segments, the dojo looks awesome!,…great vid!⚔️🇺🇸
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much! I appreciate you bigtime
@armoredsweatpants3997
2 жыл бұрын
@@Katana-Karl you da man Karl😉
@Dirtyknives007
2 жыл бұрын
Scab sent me to your channel, nice video, subscribed.
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Lawrence! Ol' Scab is a great fella no doubt about it!
@cooldaddyfunk
2 жыл бұрын
Great review Karl, thanks! Enjoy
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks and your welcome Jason!
@alicarroll8236
2 жыл бұрын
That is a awesome blade brother thank you for sharing stay safe and God Bless
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Miss Ali!
@vladimirkovacevic1656
2 жыл бұрын
beautiful katana and koshirae,i love that hamon and hada,i love hira zukuri
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I agree, it's a beautiful katana as well as light nimble and well balanced
@donavantew8278
2 жыл бұрын
Your room looks amazing, plum has a magical feel to it, looks like it cuts like a dream,
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks olboy! It cuts like a light saber!
@michaelrs8010
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this. Not much out there on these guys from independent reviewers. If you ever decide to do a follow-up video when you're cleaning it or whatever, I wouldn't mind seeing what the nakago looks like.
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Your welcome Micheal! There were a few things I forgot to mention along with showing the nakago. Will definitely do a follow up in the future
@worshiptimeph5043
2 жыл бұрын
absolutely amazing friend!
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@blindowl-bushcraft-survival
2 жыл бұрын
great slicing
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dan!
@addictedtoblades2
2 жыл бұрын
Wow absolutely beautiful katana, excellent cutting, thanks for sharing your knowledge, looking badass brother, much respect 🙏 👏 👍 ❤️😎🤺🗡🔥
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you kind sir! I definitely appreciate you
@JohnPeters80
2 жыл бұрын
Congratulations on hitting 1k Karl you definitely deserve it and plus more.
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you John!
@SouthernPatriot1
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome Karl! Great katana. Just Gorgeous! 🙏🏻✨🇺🇸🙌🏻
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@dthomas5281
2 жыл бұрын
Holy smokes Karl that’s beautiful.
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you sir
@erichusayn
2 жыл бұрын
Excellent review. Quality camera work, close ups, and covered all the bases. Can tell care was put into everything. Wonder why they pulled them off the site?
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Eric. Not sure why they did. Was gonna email them today to find out
@erichusayn
2 жыл бұрын
@@Katana-Karl welcome. Could definitely hear the tachikaze by the way. I would love the weight.
@daniellopezeverest
2 жыл бұрын
Very nice sir thank you for sharing that is a very nice katana! :-)
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Daniel
@SneakyGenius
2 жыл бұрын
I have been waiting for this one! Thanks Karl.
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Your welcome! Thanks for tuning in!
@SamuraiJames
2 жыл бұрын
Congrats, that sword is beautiful and cuts like a razor. Extremely nice. Great job with the cutting too, mix of kesagiri, kiriage, and horizontal too (forgot that name).
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks James! I'm really liking this katana. Suhei (sp) is a horizontal cut
@jonathonrush8849
2 жыл бұрын
Now that is a beautiful piece right there! Great video dad
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks son! I love you!
@shadowmannetwork
5 ай бұрын
Beautiful sword my friend
@Katana-Karl
5 ай бұрын
Thank you
@BackyardKnifeDude
2 жыл бұрын
That is pretty spiffy furniture fit and finish. Looks to me like a shallow sor1 which appeals to me
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
I agree. A few steps above the run of the mill fittings that come with production swords. You are correct sir. It does have a shallow sori. Good eye ol'boy
@BackyardKnifeDude
2 жыл бұрын
@@Katana-Karl Thank you Karl
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
@@BackyardKnifeDude your welcome sir
@MattP-BandB
2 жыл бұрын
First off, congrats on reaching and passing the 1K sub count. You deserve each and every one. Secondly, that’s one of the prettiest swords I’ve ever seen. You have amazing taste my friend. Excellent video quality as well. The camera work was amazing. Your cutting is impressive.
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Matt! I ALWAYS look forward to seeing you in the comments
@donavantew8278
2 жыл бұрын
This is truly a real high end piece of cutlery, just beautiful piece Karl, your knowledge in this type of cutlery is just outstanding, I can always know that you're advice in collecting this type of blade is more valuable than the balde itself, a true professional and much respect for the art, fantastic review Karl very well done,
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Mr. Donavan! I appreciate you and your kind words my friend
@donavantew8278
2 жыл бұрын
@@Katana-Karl telling the truth is easy my friend, 👍🇺🇸
@FreedomFrog333
2 жыл бұрын
Very cool! I am resubscribed and watching now!
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Awsome! So did they unsub you?
@FreedomFrog333
2 жыл бұрын
@@Katana-Karl I had to hit subscribe so I guess so! Happens to me with my subs all the time. They usually figure it out and come back. Glad you told me! I follow a lot of people and may not have noticed for a while. Glad to be back! Very nice detail brother. They did a great job.
@Jaedeok82
Жыл бұрын
That tsukamaki job was therapeutic to look at
@Katana-Karl
Жыл бұрын
Lol! I agree! Never heard it put thata way.
@Daishonoob
2 жыл бұрын
Great review Karl. Been looking forward to this for a while! Next up is the tanto?
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks sorry for the delay with this one. Yeah tanto is next
@Daishonoob
2 жыл бұрын
@@Katana-Karl don't apologize man, making these reviews is tough. I still haven't worked up the gusto to do it myself.
@JuardianK
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this review! I have been looking at hira-zukuri a lot lately and have really wanted one as my next purchase. I appreciate getting such a thorough look at one.
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Your welcome Juardian! The geometry of a Hira zukuri is light fast and is an excellent cutter
@gargoylesblade
2 жыл бұрын
Very nice katana, the hole sword just seems to flow. Awesome video, it is a shame though if they discontinued it.
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Alex! Yeah, it's not on their website any longer. As of a coupla days ago anyways. It is Alex right?
@peterjanjanin9883
2 жыл бұрын
Any tiny issues? I fixed the Tsuba on my 1st Katana. The second has a tiny crack in the Saya. No big deal
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Yes I mentioned them in the video. Saya rattle. The munemachi could've been done better.
@peterjanjanin9883
2 жыл бұрын
@@Katana-Karl I quickly perused the video with no volume lol I'm watching this video while I'm having breakfast with my better half.... My wife said I can only buy 3 Katana a year 😂🤣
@adrgaming1
2 жыл бұрын
Were these zsey katana or diff maker?
@Lex_Grin
2 жыл бұрын
Great video Karl! Excellent interesting review on katana, zone hardening (hamon) reminds me of a blizzard! Demonstration of practice at home and outdoors give their flavor! Nice to see you Karl, good luck and have a great time this summer 😉👌
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Alex! Yes! The hamon does look like blizzard clouds! Great analogy
@dthomas5281
2 жыл бұрын
That makes my whole knife collection look like gas station butter knives. Lol. The hamon line is awesome. Your room came out awesome by the way. Thanks for letting me know I missed this. Never came up on my notifications or on my list of users with new videos. Keep ‘em coming.
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks D! KZitem may have unsubscribed you and this may be the reason it failed to notify. Either way I really appreciate you watching and commenting
@dthomas5281
2 жыл бұрын
@@Katana-Karl I checked and I was still subbed but for some reason just didn’t notify me. Didn’t even get the blue dot next to your name. KZitem is kinda weird. I had a couple days where nothing was working right. Probably missed an update or something. Always love your stuff brother. 👍👍
@way2dumb
Жыл бұрын
The new one is done with the folded blade.
@Katana-Karl
Жыл бұрын
Very nice! I'll have to check it out
@KatInTheNorth
2 жыл бұрын
Oh, I love the details! Beautiful Karl! Thanks for sharing! Well done!
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Kat! Have a great day!
@KatInTheNorth
2 жыл бұрын
@@Katana-Karl Thanks! You as well!
@rmcswords
2 жыл бұрын
Good review Karl and nice cuts! If any what was your biggest pro/con of this sword and did you ask for a bohi?
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ryan! We'll I guess my biggest pro would be the sharpness and fit and finish. The biggest con is its too light. I like a katana to weigh in a little over 2lbs. I asked for no bo-hi but they thought it make it too heavy for a hira. So I told them to go ahead with it. I definitely shoulda went with no bo-hi
@rmcswords
2 жыл бұрын
@@Katana-Karl nice, yeah I like mine just over 2lbs too
@KnifeKandy
2 жыл бұрын
Congrats Karl on the big 1000! 🔥🔥🔥
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you sir! GAW coming soon!
@KnifeKandy
2 жыл бұрын
@@Katana-Karl 👍🏼👍🏼
@stefanklaus1652
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome katana take care
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@slingshotwarrrior8105
2 жыл бұрын
Nice sword bro!
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks buddy!
@DaveCollierCamping
2 жыл бұрын
That is awesome
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you sir
@Captain-Electro
2 жыл бұрын
Your katana room came out nicely too! Awesome ⚔️ 😃
@seanthomas8864
2 жыл бұрын
Scabs sent me.
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Outstanding! Thank you for your support! Ol' Scabo is a great guy
@randybungo2941
2 жыл бұрын
Light and fast
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Indeed so
@bananaguns9892
Жыл бұрын
すげよねオッさん
@Katana-Karl
Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@070790ish
2 жыл бұрын
Great review👍
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks brudda!
@yotomuramasa
2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@LIFEAFTER78
2 жыл бұрын
nice
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@tengu190
2 жыл бұрын
MJER?
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Yes Muso Jikiden Eishin Ryu.
@user-bm3ts2ql6s
Ай бұрын
That's a good looking sword.
@Katana-Karl
Ай бұрын
@@user-bm3ts2ql6s thanks!
@user-bm3ts2ql6s
Ай бұрын
@@Katana-Karl I am considering a Hitatsura Katana by Z-Sey. It's about a grand and looks amazing. I'd get it today, but wife will kill me since I just bought a Cloudhammer s5 Black Viper Katana.
@Katana-Karl
Ай бұрын
@@user-bm3ts2ql6s hahahaha yeah I know EXACTLY what you mean 😅
@tommymolenaar4181
2 жыл бұрын
how long was the wait for this beauty? I'm really impressed by these guys!
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
It took about 3 1/2 to 4 months to get. Yes I am definitely impressed as well.
@adrgaming1
2 жыл бұрын
Deffo worth the wait I've been waiting on mine 1.5 month so far. Even more excited now after seeing your review :) keep it up mate!
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
@@adrgaming1 fantastic! Which katana did you buy? And will you be uploading a video of it? I appreciate you watching and I hope you check out more of my content and subscribe if you're not already 👍
@adrgaming1
2 жыл бұрын
I purchased the tuoyuan katana :) Not sure if I'll do a video but I'll deffo make a short review post on reddit.
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
@@adrgaming1 sweet! Definitely give a link if you do. Did you get the Toujuan with or without the bo-hi?
@JoeSteel1
2 жыл бұрын
Nice job old man, beautiful katana, been looking foward to this one, I appreciate your honesty in the look over, some pet peeves I wish were not there with this price tag, but the transitions and overall fit and finish is very pleasing to the eyes, blade is wonderful and cuts like a quality sword. ..
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Joe! Yeah, I agree. There are a few things that they could have definitely done better on and maybe they'll do better in the future.
@peterjanjanin9883
2 жыл бұрын
@@Katana-Karl I have my eye on their Bamboo Katana but I'm reluctant spending that much with the possibility of tiny issues. I'm definitely interested in seeing how they compare to the Thaitsuki I ordered
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
@@peterjanjanin9883 would love to see a video of your Thaitsuki when it arrives
@peterjanjanin9883
2 жыл бұрын
@@Katana-Karl I don't have a KZitem channel, I'd have to email you that video once I make it. I'm definitely going to purchase their Dragonfly Katana next year
@Katana-Karl
2 жыл бұрын
@@peterjanjanin9883 sweet. My email is ruedgerkarl@gmail.com
@Captain-Electro
2 жыл бұрын
I haven't looked at a whole lot of swords but what you are showing is very tightly fitted. This was a great video Karl, you got very clear shots of everything.
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