Transform a rusty bearing into a stunning one-handed katana, complete with a custom-crafted scabbard, in this DIY forging ...

The design of the katana sword was for this type of need with its curved blade allowing it to swiftly slash. Sword Development. Initially, Japanese swords were straight and double-edged.

Witness what happens when modern metal meets ancient craftsmanship? In this incredible project, we transform a chainsaw chain into a Wootz Shirasaya Katana, blending traditional Japanese sword-making ...

Katana swords date back to Japan's Kamakura period, which began in the 12th century. They were traditionally worn with the cutting edge up through a belt-like sash and designed to be drawn quickly ...

The samurai long sword -- or "katana" -- has a cultural resonance throughout Japan, a symbol of its history. This 13th-century samurai sword was sold by Christies New York in 1992 for $418,000.

Designer Marc Newson has created a series of 10 katana swords, modelled on the traditional weapons used by Japanese samurai warriors and each carrying a price tag of $300,000 (+ slideshow). The ...

The samurai long sword -- or "katana" -- has a cultural resonance throughout Japan, a symbol of its history. This 13th-century samurai sword was sold by Christies New York in 1992 for $418,000.