Imagine the first time Kenshin used the sakabato imagining he'd just be harmlessly some guy out and their head explodes like that coconut. I guess it's a true testament of skill to be able to beat people up with one of these and leave them bruised but otherwise intact. ;)
It seems like the brand is getting popular, and in my opinion it is well deserved. I found it by pure coincidence when I looked up spring steel sakabato haha. Have you had luck with sharpness/sharpening? I managed to polish the edge to cut paper well, but can't get it shaving sharp. Sword hasn't done too well on bottles as I've been cutting and filming for review. Wondering if it's me or if this steel compromises hardness for its durability.
@@JuardianK i got it quite sharp,honing the blade helped a lot,but it started to dull a little quicker than my T10’s. It had a HRC of about 57,where as my T10’s are 60 and above,so yeah,hardness is sacrificed for flexibility. But the leather ito is Very nice and the sword is very light. Wasn’t too bad. I use it for light cutting only.
I've trained with the nagamaki a good bit. It's very effective and easy to use but I'm not very interested in it. Before I moved, I had a friend who liked them and we often included it in sparring. I designed a synthetic nagamaki trainer from purpleheart armory and still have it.
@@JuardianK i have seen that Skallagrim instead had a lot of trouble cutting with it. How would you describe it in its use? It seems different than a nodachi.
@@junichiroyamashita I do remember Skallagrim's video on it, he had a rough time. That musha nagamaki is a pretty extreme example and I was planning to buy it when is first came out. I find the weapon is much more effective if the measurements are kept reasonable and don't go beyond 30" for blade or handle. If you are stuck trying to use a super wide stance/grip it feels limiting. The nagamaki is not at it's best unless you are used to sliding your hands around and adjusting grip often. There are a series of grips I switch between and it makes the weapon very versatile. I don't enjoy using it because I prefer the extra length to be in the blade, and the fact that the people I sparred with never had a good time against it. It's very easy to keep extending and shortening the weapon in your hands and make surprise cuts while staying safe. Not very engaging for me and not what I want in sparring. Same reason I don't like spears. This is all just my opinion of course. If you are really interested in the weapon I could make you a short video sometime, although I don't claim to be an expert. I'm glad you asked about it.
Really sorry to hear about that, I hope you have a better recovery than I have. Personally I have pretty severe muscle loss in my hand and that has been continuing to worsen despite increases in sensation. My right hand has become very sunken and boney by this point. Sensation has improved over many months and I can feel things like coldness and friction, though it is very strange. The clawing of my lower fingers has not improved and I will likely wear my blue "claw brace" forever as my muscles didn't recover in time. Keep in mind my cut was at the elbow, and I was told that is very severe. The nerve regenerates about an inch a month, so the higher on the arm you cut yourself the worse. I never saw an improvement in finger movement or strength despite months of physical therapy but I would still highly encourage you to try it. They showed me a lot of things and exercises I wouldn't have thought of, and made my hand braces I wear. Hopefully your cut was closer to the hand and you have much better results than I have. At the end of the day, even though it can suck it's not a debilitating condition. Never let it get you down or keep you from doing what you do. I'm sorry it happened and I wish you the best of luck.
@@2tonezx Have you gotten your initial nerve repair surgery? That's a big first step to start recovery. I thought I might have been healing but when they cut into me for the repair they said the nerve had healed terribly into a mess of tangles nerves. Very glad to have them cut and reattach the ends properly. I had the initial repair as well as a newer procedure called supercharged end-to-side which plugs a nerve in at your wrist.
Great tests! Always enjoy your videos! Take care! ✌️
Imagine the first time Kenshin used the sakabato imagining he'd just be harmlessly some guy out and their head explodes like that coconut. I guess it's a true testament of skill to be able to beat people up with one of these and leave them bruised but otherwise intact. ;)
Nice slo mo. Keep up the good work
Awesome tests, very interesting, new friend here.
Thanks a ton man, appreciate you checking out my channel.
Great stuff man!
i hope sword-san enjoyed the food!!
Nice display of cutting ability. I just bought a CloudHammer myself,same steel,not too bad.
It seems like the brand is getting popular, and in my opinion it is well deserved. I found it by pure coincidence when I looked up spring steel sakabato haha. Have you had luck with sharpness/sharpening? I managed to polish the edge to cut paper well, but can't get it shaving sharp. Sword hasn't done too well on bottles as I've been cutting and filming for review. Wondering if it's me or if this steel compromises hardness for its durability.
@@JuardianK i got it quite sharp,honing the blade helped a lot,but it started to dull a little quicker than my T10’s. It had a HRC of about 57,where as my T10’s are 60 and above,so yeah,hardness is sacrificed for flexibility. But the leather ito is Very nice and the sword is very light. Wasn’t too bad. I use it for light cutting only.
@@samuraibyrd Thanks! I was extremely curious about the hrc.
Ever tought of talking about the Naganaki someday? Maybe a bokken one would suffice to demonstrate it.
I've trained with the nagamaki a good bit. It's very effective and easy to use but I'm not very interested in it. Before I moved, I had a friend who liked them and we often included it in sparring. I designed a synthetic nagamaki trainer from purpleheart armory and still have it.
@@JuardianK i have seen that Skallagrim instead had a lot of trouble cutting with it. How would you describe it in its use? It seems different than a nodachi.
@@junichiroyamashita I do remember Skallagrim's video on it, he had a rough time. That musha nagamaki is a pretty extreme example and I was planning to buy it when is first came out. I find the weapon is much more effective if the measurements are kept reasonable and don't go beyond 30" for blade or handle. If you are stuck trying to use a super wide stance/grip it feels limiting.
The nagamaki is not at it's best unless you are used to sliding your hands around and adjusting grip often. There are a series of grips I switch between and it makes the weapon very versatile.
I don't enjoy using it because I prefer the extra length to be in the blade, and the fact that the people I sparred with never had a good time against it. It's very easy to keep extending and shortening the weapon in your hands and make surprise cuts while staying safe. Not very engaging for me and not what I want in sparring. Same reason I don't like spears. This is all just my opinion of course. If you are really interested in the weapon I could make you a short video sometime, although I don't claim to be an expert. I'm glad you asked about it.
If Freddy Krueger had a Katana glove, this is the type of blade he would use for it.
Is the blade fully hardened? Impact resistant? Not soft spine like traditional katana?
It is through hardened spring steel yes.
I want an ulnar nerve update I cut 7cm of my ulnar nerve off n I have those symptoms just wanna see if u have experienced it get better at all
Really sorry to hear about that, I hope you have a better recovery than I have. Personally I have pretty severe muscle loss in my hand and that has been continuing to worsen despite increases in sensation. My right hand has become very sunken and boney by this point. Sensation has improved over many months and I can feel things like coldness and friction, though it is very strange.
The clawing of my lower fingers has not improved and I will likely wear my blue "claw brace" forever as my muscles didn't recover in time. Keep in mind my cut was at the elbow, and I was told that is very severe. The nerve regenerates about an inch a month, so the higher on the arm you cut yourself the worse.
I never saw an improvement in finger movement or strength despite months of physical therapy but I would still highly encourage you to try it. They showed me a lot of things and exercises I wouldn't have thought of, and made my hand braces I wear. Hopefully your cut was closer to the hand and you have much better results than I have. At the end of the day, even though it can suck it's not a debilitating condition. Never let it get you down or keep you from doing what you do. I'm sorry it happened and I wish you the best of luck.
@@JuardianK yea mines at the elbow to but I’m jus putting all faith in Jesus Christ
@@2tonezx Have you gotten your initial nerve repair surgery? That's a big first step to start recovery. I thought I might have been healing but when they cut into me for the repair they said the nerve had healed terribly into a mess of tangles nerves. Very glad to have them cut and reattach the ends properly. I had the initial repair as well as a newer procedure called supercharged end-to-side which plugs a nerve in at your wrist.
What the heck is this abomination!? I'm looking forward to a review.
It's my designated melon smashing sword brother.