One of the standout features of our carbon steel katana swords is their sharpness. Our swords are hand sharpened to a razor-edge, allowing them to easily slice through targets with minimal effort. The sharpness of our swords is a testament to the skill and expertise of our master swordsmiths. Each 1095 steel sword is also tempered, which provides the blade with its flexibility and helps to prevent it from becoming too brittle.
For a blade that keeps a very sharp edge and is easy to resharpen, 1095 high carbon steel is very desirable. Generally, 1095 steel is the standard in most swords and katana blades. 1095 steel offers the highest carbon content and yields the sharpest edge, but it can also be fragile if not crafted by a master swordmaker.
Whether you’re a novice collector or an experienced sword buyer, the carbon steel sword collection from Swords of Northshire is ideal for your needs in the dojo, in cutting practice, or to put on display. Explore our massive selection of swords and knives made of high carbon steel today.
Our Carbon Steel Selection
At Swords of Northshire, our focus is on traditional Japanese and Chinese weaponry. We love everything about the warriors of these ancient cultures and curate a collection that includes everything from folded steel katanas to ultra long nagamaki blades. Discover the perfect sword for you in a collection that includes:
Since most of our blades are inspired by Asian cultures, you’ll find numerous motifs and rich symbolism that revolve around dragons, cranes, bamboo, cherry blossoms, and more. For beautiful handmade nagamaki pieces, samurai swords, and more, browse the blades at Swords of Northshire today.
Shop with the Best
Our 1095 steel is hand forged by experts who have passed the art of metalworking down from generation to generation since even before the age of the samurai. Each of our swords are built for function, yet they are perfect for a centerpiece statement as well. We use 1095 high carbon steel in many of our handcrafted samurai swords, ninja swords, and color-treated swords. You can choose to have your sword sharpened to a razor-edge or leave it unsharpened for the samurai in training. Check out our selection the find the perfect, high-quality sword that’s right for you.
