The Cold Steel Katana by Nutnfancy

With a reputation as a chopper in some circles, the Cold Steel Katanas may not have perfect balance. But it can hack and chop with the best of them....just watch the Cold Steel demo videos. They're real. Using more common terminology for these CS Katanas, I give an in depth review on its construction, materials, quality, and value. Two are present for the review: Cold Steel Warrior Katana and the Dragonfly. The Warrior has near perfect quality levels and was a good buy at $225; the Dragonfly with its ////////////////Nutnfancy Likabiliity Scale: Warrior Series Katana at shown quality levels: 9 out of10, Dragonfly Katana if quality levels correct: 7 out of 10 (lower value)

[@josephddd117]

The student who defended himself did in fact use a katana, and actually severed the intruders hand in one swing, and simultaneously ripped through his chest cavity. The suspect reportedly died on the scene.

[@eatsleepplayrepeat]

I got half an MOA with mine.

[@highonimmi]

as a female I totally understand the addiction to knife/sword/gun porn.....

[@matt25675]

+highonimmi wow! wish my fiance was as understanding as you

[@highonimmi]

matt25675 I know hun....what is amazing is how much gals spend on just make up, fufu smelling shit and lotions for their skin. if she gives you shit about your "collecting" tell her to write down all her expenses in regards to make up, toiletries, hair care, jewelry (past & present), shoes, etc.. then add it all up for the year. now figure out what is perishable (everything BUT jewelry...even shoes wear out.) now, ask her how can she bitch about your Investments when she spends a shit load of coin on perishable items she doesn't need (cuz, you know, she is very attractive without all that shit on. "i keep telling you, honey. you don't need all that crap on. you sell yourself way too short on the looks department.) blah, blah, blah. if she still gives you shit ask her, "when has mascara and lip gloss ever defended a person from physical harm and death?" you would be amazed at her reaction. if she still can't see it cut bait and run like a motherfukkah....

[@stevencalhoun5383]

+highonimmi your anazing

[@highonimmi]

Steven Calhoun gee, thanks hun. I am just speaking the truth. knives, guns, swords, etc., are not only fun but, they protect us when seconds count (and the police are just minutes away.) I don't recall one perp who was thwarted by eyeliner or lip gloss. plus, these items (guns...) appreciate over time. they truly are investments....in lives saved as well as money earned. I am so glad I am a chick who likes dudes....as a dude I would be a monk cuz most gals are just plain crazy. they don't know what they want but, by God, you better know...one day they are alright with something the next you get burned at the stake for the same damn thing. oh, and that little item they were talking about 6 months ago that they talked about for, um 2 seconds, how DARE YOU NOT REMEMBER it and buy the fucking thing for her....oh, you can spend money but, it better be on the shit SHE wants. dudes, GOD Bless y'all. all I ask is remember to put the seat down (cuz nothing sucks more than a seat up AND an unflushed toilet.)..try to keep the dutch ovens to a minimum and when ya make a fucking sammich use A PLATE (paper or otherwise...don't use the damned counter top as your prep surface.) oh, throw trash away...simple shit. ya wanna go hunting, fishing, camping with your buds...go for it. just, know YOU are cleaning the fish, equipment and the vehicles. also, know that I am gonna do the same thang, baby:)

[@stevencalhoun5383]

+highonimmi lol

[@nutnfancy]

Thanks, I like how it turned out too.

[@Paul.atherton]

theres not a lot of guys wholl keep fighting when their arm is on the ground makes me think monty python and the holy grail "its only a flesh wound"

[@midwestcoastapiculture6777]

Paul Atherton C'mon ya pansy!

[@danielburley6267]

your mother was a hamster, and your father smelled of elderberries! i will fart in your general direction

[@masonthornburgh7508]

That was expensive. Your wife must be pissed.

[@lexousa]

i love my CS O katana. when you hold this 36 inch razor sharp katana it gives you shivers thinking what kind of damage this baby can do, i did some slow mo cut tests with it if you want to check it out. thanks for review, long time CS and TNP fan and watching all your vids :)

[@ArmedVegan]

Thanks for keeping simple for the review. Very cool to see swords introduced for their many types of cool. I am not a sword person but appreciated all the etymology thrown in throughout the video. Thanks for sharing!

[@marshalldeleon7375]

I have a cold steel warrior katana it is amazing :)

[@Aeglos88]

Lol the katana a primary weapon? It's a secundary weapon at best and probably a tertiary one, after the yumi and the yari (bow and spear)

[@TrippyRick]

Could you please link me to those other competitive sites for katanas you mentioned around the 33 min mark? Would be much appreciated :)

[@TheJohn93226]

Hey Nutnfancy, awesome review! I wanted to ask you if you have had any problems with the fittings or wrappings comming off, or not being good enough, with your dragon fly series or emperor series swords? I would love to know before I invest in the series! Have they officially earned the nutnfancy-seal-of-approval?

[@Vccine]

I love the way you say *KatAna* :D very dramatic

[@TheOldTomster]

What is the purpose of owning a katana if you never use it? Decoration?

[@nutnfancy]

Thank you for the insightful and knowledgeable comment. I like learning from you guys too.

[@tentonbrick]

Been looking around for something exactly like this. Awesome timing! Thanks Nutn! Always great!

[@maxpower771000]

I like Cold Steel but a CS katana is just a sword. Not traditional. The Harmon makes the whole sword.

[@yeaman992]

Hamon

[@dijiplexgaming2631]

it fucking irks me so bad when people call a katana a "ninja sword" - if you mean a sword for killing said ninjas then yeah otherwise ninjas are Chinese ,katanas are for samurais which are Japanese

[@nordicomsystems8841]

+STAHP Sign Gaming Ninja used katana, and ninja originated in Japan. Ninja-to swords are a Hollywood thing. I studied ninjutsu for 6 years when I was younger under a former pupil of Stephen Hayes. But a shinobi katana typically had a 23"-24" blade with a 14" tsuka and a shallow 0.5" sori.

[@nutnfancy]

Thanks I will try to get those right!

[@sarinhighwind]

I'm glad you are staying true to yourself in what you do.

[@Erick726]

Know what sounds pretentious? Purposely butchering the proper pronunciation of a word for "emphasis". If you'd just speak normally instead going Ka-Tan-Uh it sounds just fine. Japanese is an easy language and it's hard to mess up the words when spoken normally.

[@robertmorgan7323]

Never buy a chinese made katana if you are looking for superb quality. Go to Katana Craft and have a Japanese master swordsmith hand make your sword. For about the same price you will get a blade that will slice through anything Cold Steel makes.

[@moderngunguy3666]

lol I believe katana craft sales Chinese not Japanese swords lol

[@TheravadaMarine]

+robert morgan Do you have a review on the Katana-Craft swords or a link to one? Bold statement to make, but I can see it. Cold Steel swords are beefier than most "standard" swords, again but, there weren't really a "standard".

[@bmxriderforlife1234]

+robert morgan you buy a japanese sword if you want a piece of art and something that requires technique and training to use without damaging you buy a chinese made katana usually a monotempered one if you want something to have fun with

[@MrDanielWP]

+robert morgan The only thing that matters is the type of steel and quality of the heat treatment. Make a katana-style blade out of S7 or 3V with mono heat treatment and it'll out-last and out-perform a traditional katana. All this talk of traditional katanas practically cutting the world in half is pure superstition and fantasy.

[@bmxriderforlife1234]

Daniel Peer 3v might not be a great steel for a katana as it requires a heat treat of 60 hrc or harder to not have terrible wear resistance for a blade edge and you are correct a tamahagane katana isnt as strong as a modern one for the most part but literally every other piece is made to higher standards the tsuka or hilt the disc guard the fittings for the handle as well as the saya or scabbard everything on a real japanese sword is done alot higher end then most reproductions

[@CHURCHISAWESUM]

Does this come fully sharpened when ordered off Amazon? I'm hearing some things about certain models not coming sharpened (the warrior)

[@bugboy357m]

loving the new stuff your doing nutin...i can honestly say that i hope you do more car and sword videos...keep up the good work man!!!

[@TNcitizen22]

Would love to see more sword reviews! Especially of the Cold Steel variety! Thanks for the review Nutn!

[@roxascloud101]

i wasn't sure between buying the warrior or dragonfly and this vid sealed the deal, i'm getting the warrior, thanks man

[@betemps666]

i liked your katana review it was good better than the other cold steel reviews ive seen keep it up nutnfancy

[@GreatestCreation909]

INSTANT like & fav. Can't believe you did a katana review. Love it.

[@jedgq2]

Great review! Keep them coming, I'm looking to make my first katana purchase soon.

[@TheBlacksmith5]

Hey Nutnfancy, I don't know if anyone's already pointed this out or not but the Dragonfly really doesn't deviate too much from an actual Katana sugata(blade shape) the full thickness at the base with a bo-hi, then transferring to a diamond cross section about a third up the blade and staying as such up until just before the tip where the spine thickens back out to reinforce the tip. It actually is s traditional(loosely because of a couple more minors details that I am to tired to get into since its around 4:17am where I live) style, its called Unokubi Zukuri. Just thought I'd point that out ;)

[@ConcealedCourier]

Thank you Nutn for making this vid. The Samurai had an enourmous influence on my personal development and worldview.

[@izmazix2148]

Freaking awesome review, I would love to see more swords on tnp when you have time if you want to, there's interest...... Great job

[@chriswb7]

Great vid glad to see you spicing it up!

[@nutnfancy]

I think I did see that one, would be fun to review sometime. Thanks for watching and the comment!

[@SirFornicateRectum]

Exactly! This is a tool that I would use A LOT and pay good money for! Something that I could strap on to the back of my LBE. I can't count how many times I've been out hunting or scouting and ran into situations where something like this would have come in handy. Clearing a path to get that perfect tree. Getting your climber up that tree, removal of small branches. Clearing a shooting lane. Something like this has real potential.

[@MACEX1000]

do you know what pattern welded is its where they take two different types of metal with different qualities and forge them together such as damascus steel is pattern welded steel

[@anthony469msn]

"There's not a lot of guys that will keep on fighting if their arm's laying on the ground. I dont wanna get gruesome" Best use of humor in a table top review yet Nutn, Bravo!

[@MrB0TT]

How does that thing compare to the Mora clipper as far as fire prep goes?

[@pxmnh316]

Hello Nutn, Great video, keep up the great work! I learn a lot from your reviews, keep 'em coming! In the video you mentioned a tactical sword. Cas Hanwei makes 2: the Tactical Katana model SH2462, and Tactical Wakizashi model SH2432. It would be great if you could review them both!

[@metalizawsome88]

is a £50-£75 katana sword worth buying just to fool around with, e.g. slashing through plastic bottles and stuff like that even buying, or should i buy one which is less in price?

[@reunion7777]

As a black belt in kenjutsu, I hope to God you keep making videos like these. There's really nothing else like it on youtube. Keep up the good work.

[@JosephVice]

Does Nutn like the two handed kukri machette by cold steel?

[@SuperiorAutocraft]

Interesting departure from the normal Nutn. Actually pretty impressed how much nomenclature you know, and I thought the review was an excellent perspective for the practical user. I get the feeling several of the statements made were tongue in cheek, as some people get amazingly bent out of shape over these blades. Keep up the good work.

[@jaysonfloyd5321]

Hi Nutnfancy. What are your thoughts on including a Katana into a BOB. I have seen molle attachments for katanas from CASHanwei, seems cool. I am highly trained in this weapon and want to keep it at my side for defense in a WROL situation. HOWEVER, you were very clear that in a crazy situation "no need to stand out, blend in". So any ideas? I was thinking of attaching the katana to my Tactical vest (5.11) and even "customizing a shoulder holster" style shealth. thanks

[@xavierzacharia5022]

Where can you buy these? The traditional one you were showing, with hammering line, I mean.

[@randomguy3281]

Viesturs Arajs Well to get a true traditional one, you need to get one from Japan. If you spend enough time looking around the forums and talking with people, it is likely to cost over $3,000 for the real deal entry level Japanese Katana. It is a lot more practical to look at non-Japanese made Katanas if you are getting into the hobby. The wavy line you are talking about is called a "hamon", it is from a traditional temper not from the forging. This temper is called a differential temper. A lot of cheap Katanas will have a fake Hamon done with sand paper. A good starting price for a sword with a Hamon is about $300, I suggest the Cheness Kaze Katana. If you are willing to spend more then look into some swords from Hanwei and Dynasty Forge. They are pretty good from the $500 to $1,000 range.

[@xavierzacharia5022]

Well... I've been looking for katana for training. I'm thinking of starting to train a little, since I've got nothing to do for about 5 hours each day. >-> So, I need a durable one and sharp.

[@IamMortui]

Viesturs Arajs I would recommend swordsmith668 on ebay. Don't be fooled just because it's ebay. This guy makes quality katana. www.ebay.com/sch/swordsmith668/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_ipg=&_from=

[@xavierzacharia5022]

kk, I'll try. ;) Thanks.

[@Von45Rose]

Great idea! I enjoyed the review. I hope you do more and keep them limited to Functional swords only!

[@Rothbardy]

Awesome review! Thanks, Nutn.

[@jariyawnoku]

i do like the review it was quite interesting and i enjoyed it.so thank you for takeing the time to make this review.

[@coolsly64]

I forgot to say I thought it's cool that you finally did a sword review hope to see more

[@backpacknut6304]

Loved the respect for the sword notion, its a great touch with alot of truth!

[@lucaswise3390]

What is the practical use of one?

[@dnizzle18]

Great Review !!!!! Love the idea of sword reviews!

[@randallace]

would you be willing to review the winchester bowie knife that walmart sells for under 20 bucks ??

[@manicinapanic]

What do you think of the cold steel katana machete for 40$?

[@TheTornado4000]

Very clean and precise review.

[@KuddlesbergTheFirst]

Where do I go if I want a buy/get a good scimitar?

[@SirFornicateRectum]

I dig it. I love all kinds of weapons. We need more DETAILED reviews like this from realistic people. I don't know how many times I've went looking for sword reviews and it either comes up with a bunch of crap that means nothing to me, or some dude in his backyard wacking down a tree with his $500+ sword. Keep'm coming nutn! I'll watch them.

[@DrillExMaster]

Good review, understandable to someone such as myself with limited knowledge. The Japanese names for components were just enough, not over used but just enough to know they were there. Nice and thorough as always and I like that you had multiple brands and models on hand. Good job and thank you NutNFancy, hope to see more sword reviews in the future!

[@sour7786]

Lol grate vid good humor love when you get into details about what the weapon can do good job

[@nutnfancy]

Thanks man...I like it too. I will be varying things as time goes on.

[@sarinhighwind]

How well do these sharpen on the Apex Pro? hehe. =)

[@mba2ceo]

Does it cut onions ? and more importantly warm tomatoes ?

[@canalzonebratt90]

If you could only own one SHTF sword as a self defense option and tool what would you get?

[@ExecuteOrder.66]

I LOVE this video, every time I watch this. The intro, the music with it. Its something fresh and you keep it funny. You stay objective and get the details (about 95%) right, but its so refreshing to watch sometimes like this from the 1127 videos you got at the moment. Mr. Nutnfancy, Vari + all other members of TNP, I hope you will keep up with your sword reviews. When I come home from work or from school, I check everyday for new videos. TNP'er from the Netherlands PS: WHERE IS BUGGETNUSTER?

[@hgghhable]

it's an awesome product from cold steel. nice work nutn

[@Iancwilliamson]

How much does one of those cost

[@marcocaru]

Awesome review nutnfancy.... Katanas are truly an amazing work of art.

[@FlashinthePan82]

yeah, but how does it baton?

[@EatCarbs]

Great review dude... very cool!

[@HosTehNoob]

I actually really like this video. You didnt claim that you were an expert and you stated clearly that you havent done a martial art based on swordplay, but you still did your research in both the history of the blades, the manufacturer history, attempted to use the right terminology, and you kept it real dude. I would DEFINITELY watch more sword reviews if you made them.

[@danofiremano]

Great Review! Thank You Sir.

[@oceanbeach20111]

Wow, this is great , Thanks, Nutnfancy..

[@oldblue0517]

"..aaand it slices like a mofo" hahaha love it, keep up the good work Nutn!!!

[@jimbolimbo369]

so, what do you think of these blades?

[@Jeepjones85]

Vary cool ! Great review once again.

[@MrRacetiger]

Is this a good edc choice?

[@MrClintonrodier]

Any reviews on the "Emperor Series" Katana by Cold Steel?

[@VFXBishop]

Awesome, once again I have learned something today. :) Thank you very much for the reply Poet

[@singingsword7]

Nice, love katanas as well as butterfly swords. They have long been part of my armory.

[@SIFLINT1]

good EDC option? :)

[@jed6rar]

this video was well received and got some good views more videos now please

[@noise117]

.... and i have to admit, its one of the best reviews I've ever seen from him. I haven't been able to enjoy much of anything from him lately, but this is different. As a Kendo practitioner for over half a decade, i was concerned when i saw this review. However, he is, unlike i would suspect, NOT pretending he knows stuff he doesn't, hes being logical, unpretentious, and pretty informative while staying on topic. And it was actual worth 40 minutes. I think I might rethink subscribing again....

[@AlexanderBushi]

Thank you very much for the video. Best regards.

[@dingodime1]

Thank you for the heads up.

[@nutnfancy]

That's the point I've made many times here, I'm with it!

[@JonDBaptiste]

Have you reviewed or seen the Gurkha Kukri?

[@robinsons190]

Do you EDC those katanas?

[@Cudaman1157]

Once again, awesome.

[@mba2ceo]

against plasma rifle in the 40 WATT range ?

[@gspade14]

what a sword review!!!..... sick...plz more.... BTW thx for the great review

[@kingpin39191]

Sweet vid man!! Loyal subscriber

[@graverobber13]

Got my messed up hats thanks Nutnfacny ! I now am being called sir and commanding respect. also scored some mcusta blades for #1 son and I. Gear check indeed.

[@haruu111]

Interesting analogy.

[@beefyramos]

I liked the that you used a drawing of Saigō Takamori at the end.

[@ConcealedCourier]

You were asking about a modern tactical katana. Could I suggest a review of CRKT James Williams Hisshou. Its the only tactical katana I know of; actually a wakizashi to be precise.

[@serratedkarma5001]

The blade is coated with several layers of a wet clay slurry with a thinner layer at the edge than the sides and spine of the sword, then heated and then quenched in water. The clay slurry provides heat insulation so that only the blade's edge will be hardened with quenching, and also causes the blade to curve due to reduced lattice strain along the spine. This process also creates the distinct swerving line down the sides of the blade called the hamon, which can only be seen after polishing.

[@TaskForceSixTwoSix]

Yes. Epic documentary on swords.

[@flyerbluedog]

Good review - Can't wait to see more of the same and can't wait to hear what you have to say about Cold Steel's Sword Canes! Domo Arigato Nutnfancy San ;-)

[@WumboGuy]

any chance we will ever see a nutnfancy review on the cold steel Assegai or Boar Spear?

[@BananaBoat629]

How would you sharpen these?

[@etochy5000]

wet stones that cost about $200

[@vinland5558]

Same as a knife, it's tougher to sharpen something that large, but if you've spent enough time with knives you can carefully and slowly sharpen a sword using similar methods.

[@Patriotalliance]

Carefully !