Masamune studied under Shintōgo Kunimitsu and made blades in suguha (straight temper line), but he made notare hamon, where the finish on the leading edge of blade slowly undulates …

May 20, 2022 · Just like the other swords made by Masamune, the blade pattern of Honjo Masamune was created through careful and repeated hardening of the metal. It had a single …

Sep 17, 2018 · Even though Masamune has been dead for nearly 700 years, his legacy continues to surprise historians. In 2014, scholars confirmed the existence of a Masamune original, a …

Jan 27, 2025 · Historians believe the Honjo Masamune showcased the master swordsmith’s exceptional differential tempering technique to guarantee a blade that could withstand the …

Jan 5, 2022 · Rarely could armor from the time withstand a Masamune blade, as samurais wielded the strong but remarkably lightweight weapons on horseback. Some Masamune …

Jan 3, 2023 · The story of the lost Masamune sword weaves a rich tapestry through Japanese culture. It was used by samurai warriors in battle and was passed down through generations of …

The Honjo Masamune's hamon, or temper line, is characterized by a distinctive and beautiful pattern that showcases the skill of its maker, Masamune. This pattern is typically described as …

The master swordsman created his finest work, the so-called Honjo Masamune, sometime around 1300, but it didn’t appear in the historical record until the 16th century. That’s when the blade …

Sep 9, 2018 · In this series, I will cover two of Japan’s most revered master swordmakers: Masamune (Gorou Nyuudo Masamune) and Muramasa (Sengou Muramasa). Though …

The Masamune katana was an infamous blade that disappeared after the end of World War II. Discover the mystery of this blade at Swords of Northshire today.