Swordier $129 and $159 Katana Review and Destruction

[@tylerforbes4359]

Just now back in shape enough to do martial arts and kenjutsu actively and I have always appreciated your reviews for entertainment but I'm finally looking at real swords instead of bokken and you are hands down the best katana reviewer of any sword channel.

[@ChildofLight777]

18:09 Rarely seen, clean horizontal cut. Nice.

[@jaysblades]

"I could've gone with something else but this one was just so much Swordier..."

[@MahmudaS-qb3ci]

Fashion over function?

[@TamannaBegum-hi5qh]

😂

[@PenArrowNation]

This is similar to “Samurai Sword Clay Tempered Katana Model #15”

[@thatguynameddan2136]

i was waiting for that joke and it never happened

[@KF1]

From two longswords of theirs that I have, I've noticed for the adhesive under the chape etc, they use simple hot glue, which isn't very strong. Would be cool if they switched to a higher grade glue for the bits n bobs. Their 65Mn steel has been great for my use. It's not the highest level steel, but the tempering is solid. Weird about the complaint due to bending under extreme force. In many of your other vids, you say it's always better to bend instead of snapping without warning (Jkoo 9260 review, for example. That thing shattered like glass after 10 strikes to the stake). I guess it's a matter of expectation due to it being advertised as a "spring steel". Good review all around. Glad they have your feedback regarding the fit and finish, and hope they put it to use.

[@SpaceGhost182]

That hamon on the top sword looks incredible

[@PenArrowNation]

Mine looks like it’s etched. However, it great over all. It’s also super sharp.

[@davidmcaliley3495]

Long-time fan of this channel. I took one of my RK Dojo Pro's out this afternoon and took a few swings at some cardboard OJ containers for my first time practicing on this medium. Let me tell you, this stuff is not as easy as @Matthew_Jensen makes it look. My cuts were uneven, my edge alignment was off, and out of 12 cuts I got good results on maybe 3-4 of them. Very humbling and put what he does in perspective.

[@Kratos_God_of_50_BMG]

Not saying 65mn just makes it “manganese” steel. 65Mn steel is considered a good material for swords, particularly in budget-friendly and utilitarian applications and one of the choice materials for Dragon King Forge. It's a Chinese grade of medium-high carbon steel, which is similar to 1065. So I don’t think that plain old manganese doesn’t have the spring steel affect that 65mn does. Not sure if any of that is helpful Matt?

[@ABEAZYdaRonin94]

Dang Kratos your everywhere when it comes to swords dude 😂

[@Kratos_God_of_50_BMG]

@@ABEAZYdaRonin94 Well I wouldn’t say “everywhere” but…..okay maybe I am lol

[@ABEAZYdaRonin94]

@@Kratos_God_of_50_BMG Good seeing you dude. It's funny how you guys were just talking about Swordier at RVA's stream the other day and Matt's vid popped up. I figured they probably had to tighten up the QC before they're ready for primetime.

[@Kratos_God_of_50_BMG]

@@ABEAZYdaRonin94 Great seeing you around again 😁 I don’t think enough people have bought them from RVA to really see if there’s any quality control issues.

[@ABEAZYdaRonin94]

@@Kratos_God_of_50_BMG True, with time and exposure they should improve like many other sword makers

[@JCOwens-zq6fd]

I find that 65mn is suitable enough but I'd prefer 1055 or 1065 for budget stuff. The 65mn *can be done really well IF particular attention is paid to heat treat like you would get in a custom piece but mass manufactured blades in 65mn tend to be either way too brittle or way too soft. 1055,1065 etc are more ductile & easier to heat treat. Decreasing the chances your blade will fail but thats just my opinon as a blade maker but I have bias like everyone else.

[@JoeSteel1]

Great Job Matthew

[@rF-Phenom]

Seems like for that price range the shadow dancer trex swords are a much better option, would you agree? Ive considered getting a few of them to blunt and use for light sparring.

[@gathaspar2831]

Without diving too much into the theory, just from your personal experience: would you recommend 1060 or 1095 steel for a katana that will be often used to chop anything from plastic to wood? I know that 1095 is harder and more brittle but is chipping and breaking really that much more common for 1095 vs 1060? I've only used 1060 so far.

[@PenArrowNation]

Can I use one of these just for cutting water bottles, pool noodles and tatami mat for a long term without having to worry that the blade may come off or some other funtional issues could occur?

[@PenArrowNation]

@Matthew_Jensen So, I’ve made the decision of buying this item and I love it. Thanks Mathew for your input.

[@Hunterjensen7450]

Judging what I have seen them send RVA they tend to have large variation from sword to sword and send the wrong item semi frequently

[@aaronmatheson9730]

Just a question Matthew, do find it difficult having to do a rather “critical review “ on something, when you have these relationships with all these different representatives? Don’t get me wrong, I am not questioning (nor have I seen anyone else) your honesty and character. I am curious if ya need to really squeeze the cheeks together, or just “it is what it is, let’s go !” Lol?

[@Matthew_Jensen]

That is a good question. I don't think difficult would be the right word to describe it. At least not because of the vendor relationship. Giving bad news is not fun but most of the time vendors appreciate the feedback. At least that is what they tell me.

[@aaronmatheson9730]

@@Matthew_Jensen well I guess that’s how you know you are making a difference! Who else can talk smack and retaliation comes in a box of free swords lol! I think a lot of people do reference your opinions in discussions in various forums.

[@Matthew_Jensen]

Hopefully the videos are helpful, even if it is an example of what not to do.

[@Pickledsundae]

EXTREMELY helpful; haha we appreciate the time, effort, and risks you take making these destruction videos! ❤​@@Matthew_Jensen

[@WhatIfBrigade]

​@@Matthew_Jensen I get that most swords only cut water bottles at most and I know salespeople are always optimistic, but I would've asked for a private consultation on this one. This looks like a video a company should watch and learn from and I wouldn't want anyone else to see it.