http://www.antiqueswordsite.com Anything and everything about antique swords, samurai swords, samurai armor, how to make a sword and much more. Tue, 15 Dec 2009 22:14:21 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en   You may have an interest in antique swords because you are a history buff who loves collecting knowledge, you are a collector of fine antique swords, or you want to find out as much as possible to learn how to make a sword. What ever the case may be, ... http://www.antiqueswordsite.com/antique-swords/antique-swords-samurai-swords-armor-and-more Antique swords, Japanese swords, medival and fantasy swords are all popular this time of year.  Are you still trying to decide what gifts to give your - self proclaimed - samurai warrior?  Looking around and keeping a check on things I have discovered that Katanas seem to be at the ... http://www.antiqueswordsite.com/antique-swords/different-types-of-antique-swords-and-japanese-swords-to-gift This Katana sword is designed to give a traditional look and feel of the antique swords. Not only that, it also has functional blades for the battle ready sword. Measuring 41”, the 28” blade was crafted from 1065 high carbon steel and designed with a heavy blood groove ... http://www.antiqueswordsite.com/antique-swords/shinwa-katana-sword-%e2%80%93-antique-swords-resembled Antique swords make unique gifts whether they are used as battle ready swords or merely for display. Which ever the case may be, your swordsman will be appreciative of the gift. How many people do you know search out a sword that is just right for that special ... http://www.antiqueswordsite.com/antique-swords/antique-swords-make-unique-gifts-for-christmas For all of you New Orlean fans out there, antique swords are going to be on display at the Japan Fest in Louisiana.  This will occur November 8, on Sunday hosted by the New Orleans Museum of Art.  This annual celebration of Japanese culture will not only have antique swords ... http://www.antiqueswordsite.com/antique-swords/antique-swords-on-display-at-new-orleans-japan-fest So have you decided to create your own samurai armor for Halloween?  I know Halloween is approaching fast and if you don't have your Halloween costume already you need to hurry up.  I found this guy, Erik Beck, who made a video on how to make your own samurai armor.  ... http://www.antiqueswordsite.com/antique-swords/how-to-create-your-own-samurai-armor-for-halloween Right now the Metropolitan Museum of Art has on display Japanese antique swords, samurai armor and more for the next couple of months. This is an awesome opportunity for children and connoisseurs of all ages to see this once in a life time exhibition. A samurai's sword and ... http://www.antiqueswordsite.com/antique-swords/antique-swords-and-samurai-armor-at-the-metropolitan-museum-of-art In the cleaning of your Japanese antique swords you will find that you must have certain materials available. It is a good idea to lay them out in front of you before you start the process. Here is a list of the things you will need. Oil Cloth – to ... http://www.antiqueswordsite.com/antique-swords/how-to-clean-japanese-antique-swords I was browsing in the news today and saw this article, “Largest hoard of Anglo-Saxon treasure found in UK”. They are naming it the Staffordshire Hoard. You may be wondering what this has to do with antique swords or samurai swords. Really it has nothing to do ... http://www.antiqueswordsite.com/antique-swords/pieces-of-antique-swords-found-in-england Although we recommend you use a professional to polish your swords, you can do the basic maintenance of your antique swords yourself. The Japanese antique swords require constant attention. If you live in a damper region or it is the damper part of the year the blade must ... http://www.antiqueswordsite.com/antique-swords/basic-maintenance-for-your-antique-swords