Nodachi / Odachi Swords

The odachi is a large, great sword originating from feudal Japan and was used by the samurai class. It is also known as the nodachi, which translates to "field sword."

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This type of sword is like a katana in how it has a curved blade, but it is much longer and larger when it comes to its size. The heavier weight of the sword also meant that this was a weapon made mainly for brute force. This was all about power and using that sheer power to defeat its foes and obstacles. The odachi sword is not nimble and quick like a katana, but it will win a fight if its power is used correctly and to its advantage. 

In addition to its power, the odachi also had greater reach due to its much longer length. It's also interesting to recognize that a warrior wielding a nodachi sword would become more tired more quickly due to the great weight it possessed. This means that warriors using the odachi sword would want to finish their battles as quickly as they possibly could to not tire themselves out. 

At Swords of Northshire, with our variety of colors and designs, we are sure to have something for everyone. Whether you are a seasoned sword collector or a new sword buyer looking for your very first blade, we have something for anyone looking to impress, practice, or do both! 

We are all about versatility at our company, so then you, the customer, have the choice to purchase a nodachi sword for a beautiful display at home, or for your own personal practice. That's right – these are not just swords to look at and admire, but they are also battle-ready and fully functional right from our store.  

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A katana is a japanese sword characterized by a curved, single-edged blade with a circular or squared guard and long grip to accommodate two hands.

The katana is generally defined as the standard-sized, moderately curved Japanese sword with a blade length greater than 23.86 inches. It is characterized by its distinctive appearance: a curved, slender, single-edged blade with a circular or squared guard and long grip to accommodate two hands.

Western historians have said that the katana was among the finest cutting weapons in world military history.

Having a regular cleaning routine in place is key to maintaining your katana.

You can purchase a traditional sword cleaning kit that will have everything you need. There are three steps: removing oil, polishing the blade, and oiling the blade.

Using a sheet of rice paper from the kit or soft cotton cloth, remove any oil that is still on the blade from the previous maintenance. Take the powder ball and tap it lightly against the blade about every two inches or so along its length. Take a fresh piece of rice paper and rub the powder over the blade to polish it. Do this until both sides of the blade have been polished and the powder completely removed. Take the bottle of oil and apply a few drops along the length of the blade on each side. Use a fresh piece of rice paper to spread the oil evenly on the blade.

The most iconic and well known of all the Samurai swords; the katana is distinguished by its long blade and handle that is made to accommodate two hands and strike from a large distance. It has a curved, slender, single-edged blade with a circular or squared guard. The katana has a set of dimensions that separate it from other samurai swords. A traditional katana will measure 3 to 4 feet in total length, with the hilt taking up one-fourth of the total and a characteristic curvature of more or less than 1 inch.

A full tang katana is the sword where the tang extends to almost the whole length of the handle, which makes the blade and the handle the same piece of metal. This gives to the sword certain rigidity and makes it a very solid piece to enjoy.

Full Tang katanas are handmade swords. They can be made of various stainless-steel types according to the Carbon Concentration. The forging is the essential part of the production because it allows the samurai sword to be solid and relatively light. Commonly, the piece of metal is repeatedly heated by fire and hammered while the metal is being folded. The mounting of the different parts is a very delicate operation that has its origins deep in the Japanese civilization. Samurai are used to cherish their Katanas as their trusted partners, and they handle them with love and care.