Functional Katanas

The katana is the word for sword in the Japanese language and is often called samurai sword. The katana is a curved, single-edged sword with a circular or squared guard, and long grip to accommodate two hands. The katana is associated and used by the samurai of Japan and is known for its extraordinary sharpness and cutting ability. Medieval Collectables is proud to present our full line of functional oriental katanas from top manufactures around the world.

Functional Shirasayas

Shirasaya swords are a real find because not many manufacturers make them. These are genuine Shirasaya swords from Hanwei that are full functional and authentic. Shirasaya swords come with impressive natural wood scabbards and wood handles with hand forged and folded powder steel blades. The hardwood Shirasaya is solidly made to provide safe storage of the blade when not in use.

Functional Tai Chi Swords

The Tai Chi was the original sword of the Samurai. Tai Chi swords have become a symbol of status due to the beauty of their decorative sheaths and their elaborate ornamentation. Medieval Collectables carries Tai Chi swords that are designed by world-renowned Chinese martial arts master Sifu Adam Hsu. We also have Tai Chi tassels and carrying case to give your sword that look and protection.

Functional Tantos

The functional Japanese tanto is a Japanese dagger, strictly one with a guard and has all of the fittings used on swords. The Japanese tanto blade rarely exceeds 12 inches in length and usually accompanying a katana. The Japanese tanto is constantly carried and not being left at the door when paying a visit. Japanese tantos were designed primarily as a stabbing instrument, but the edge can be used to slash as well. Medieval Collectables has many fully functional Japanese tantos that are authentic in detailing and construction.

Functional Wakizashis

The Japanese Wakizashi is the shorter of the two swords carried by the Japanese Samurai warrior. The blade of the Japanese Wakizashi is about eighteen inches, which is like the long sword but the fittings are often more elaborate. Medieval Collectables has listed all the fully functional Japanese wakizashis that we carry from top manufacturers around the world. Our Japanese katanas are highly detailed and constructed of the finest steel giving them strength and durability.

Functional Zatoichis

The Zatoichi sword, immortalized by the legendary blind swordsman, is a full-length straight katana, disguised as a simple walking stick. Medieval Collectables carries four exciting versions of the Zatoichi sword made by CAS Hanwei. These Zatoichi swords have a fully tempered carbon blade that is housed in a natural hardwood scabbard and handle combination.

Japanese Tsubas

For the tsuba collector, the enthusiast wishing to create a custom sword or the sword owner wishing to customize an existing sword, Medieval Collectables has a full line of katana tsuba replicating renowned pieces from museum collections. Each tsuba is authentically crafted in iron with gold detailing and has an antique finish that makes it difficult to differentiate from museum conserved originals.

Misc Oriental Swords

In this category we have listed all the functional swords that do not fit into a general category. Medieval Collectables has butterfly swords, chinese broadswords, O Dachi swords, samurai swords, ninja swords and scimitars. The the martial artist we have a very of products that benfit you in practice and caring for your sword. We carry cutting mats and cutting stands to test the effectivness of your oriental sword.