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The sword is a symbol of kingdoms, empires, chivalry and valor. There are many ancient swords that are difficult to be produced eve n by using the most modern techniques and machines.  Japanese swords are popular all around the world. There are different processes that are used for making the sword. 


A sword has two main parts: the first part is the blade and the second part is the hilt that rests on guard which is made to keep an opponent’s weapon from sliding down the length of the blade and hacking your hand. This is a grip by which you can hold the sword.


The swords are thought to be evolved out of daggers.  The art of sword making is a complex process and it takes a long time to make one sword. The different steps that involved in making a sword are:


First of all you have to choose a design

Second select the stock

Thirst forging and giving shape to the blade

Fourth normalizing and annealing the blade

Fifth adding the edge of the blade

Sixth tempering the blade and last adding the guard, hilt and pommel


You can choose the type of steel that you would like to use for making the blade of your sword. If you would like to buy a functional sword, you have to choose a high quality steel for making the sword. But, if you need a wall hanger, you can also use stainless steel which is not very costly. 


If you check online, you will find a kit for making the sword. It is an extremely useful kit for the beginners and they can make a highly functional katana sword at their home.  The kit comes with all the instructions for making a sword. You can easily understand the instructions and can follow the step by step guide for making the sword. You can also take help from an expert if you feel it is difficult to do the job alone. These simple kits can help you to feel happy after making your own sword. Making your own sword is a cost effective way of possessing a customized sword. By this way, you can create your own sword and can add different unique characteristics to your sword. You can make a customized sword and a unique piece by creating each and every piece of sword yourself. You should delete all of this text and replace it with text of your own. You can modify any text on your page with the Text formatting tools at the top of the page. To add other content, use the Media and Add-ons tabs. If you'd like to change your style template click on Styles. To add or remove pages use the Pages tab.