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title: "88BKW Katana, Ray Skin Handle, Wood Scabbard, One Size"
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# Samé (ray skin) cord-wrapped handle 29.25" 1055 carbon steel blade Black lacquered wood scabbard included 88BKW Katana, Ray Skin Handle, Wood Scabbard, One Size

**Brand:** cold steel
**Price:** ₨241605
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ⚔️ Own the legacy. Cut through the ordinary.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 88BKW Katana, Ray Skin Handle, Wood Scabbard, One Size by cold steel
- **How much does it cost?** ₨241605 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.lk](https://www.desertcart.lk/products/1601543-88bkw-katana-ray-skin-handle-wood-scabbard-one-size)

## Best For

- cold steel enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted cold steel brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Battle-Ready Blade:** Durably crafted 1055 carbon steel with 0.3125" thickness for unmatched cutting power and longevity.
- • **Complete Carry Kit:** Includes elegant black lacquered wood scabbard and soft blue cover bag for protection and prestige.
- • **Warrior Series Value:** Same heat treatment and sharpness as premium Emperor Series but with a practical satin finish—performance without the premium price tag.
- • **Authentic Samurai Grip:** 11.25" genuine ray skin handle wrapped in black braid with brass Menuki for superior grip and style.
- • **Perfect for Training & Display:** Ideal for tameshigiri practice or as a statement piece that commands respect in any collection.

## Overview

The Cold Steel 88BKW Katana is a 40.5-inch warrior-grade sword featuring a 29.25-inch 1055 carbon steel blade with a 0.3125-inch thickness, paired with a genuine ray skin handle wrapped in black braid and brass fittings. Designed for both serious training and display, it comes complete with a black lacquered wood scabbard and soft cover bag. This katana delivers premium heat treatment and sharpness akin to Cold Steel's Emperor Series but at a more accessible price, making it a battle-ready, no-nonsense choice for martial artists and collectors alike.

## Description

Product Description Since their initial introduction, Cold Steel's Emperor Series swords have proven to be popular with many of our customers. Still, we are aware that there are some people who want a battle ready sword but hope to find one at a more affordable price. Our Warrior Series addresses this problem directly. The Warrior Series swords share the same high-performance 1060 steel, heat treatment, and sharpness as their Emperor counterparts, but we have omitted their expensive mirror polishing in favor of a more practical finish. This makes the Warrior Series a perfect choice for training and perfecting cutting techniques (Tameshigiri) without damaging or tarnishing the blade. desertcart.com The intricate, Japanese warrior-inspired detail work is impressive. Creative cutlery company Cold Steel's ever-popular Warrior Series swords are delicately-designed, durably-crafted blades with the same steel, heat treatment, and remarkably keened blades as the company's more expensive Emperor Series. Like the Emperor swords, they boast Samé-covered, cord-wrapped handles and quality fittings, and additionally come complete with a black lacquered scabbard and soft blue cover bag. Specifications 29.25-inch 1055 carbon steel blade 0.3125-inch blade thickness 11.25-inch samé (ray skin) black braid cord handle with brass Menuki 40.5-inch overall length 41.4-ounce weight Includes black lacquered wood scabbard Warranty All Cold Steel products are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship. Details are included with your purchase. About Cold Steel Cold Steel, Incorporated was founded in 1980, with the goal of making the strongest, sharpest cutlery in the world for knife enthusiasts. Over the last three-plus decades, the company has been at the forefront of many design innovations that have helped innovate the knife industry, including introduction of checked Kraton handles, and the tanto point blade styles which have become industry hallmarks of quality and sophistication. An ornate, black lacquered wood scabbard is also included.

Review: Awesome sword, easy to sharpen before review like most negative reviewers - When I orderes the sword, I already had a sharp pebble brand wetstone 1000/6000. I know some of you have seen youtube reviews by wannabe martial artists and decided NO on this sword. Think again. It doesnt come hand sharpened, duh. put the small effort in and sharpen it. I even watched a guy with his review on YT wearing a gimmick mask and using sloppy technique to try to cut water bottles! Man! sharpen this sword properly, its slick. its front heavy? well, it iss off by 4 inches on my 2 thousand dollar sword from japan circa 1979! this thing is built to last and is battle ready with a stone and stropped. at under 300 i'll take it over all the rest. I dont know lynn thompson but we need to thank this man for his service to the blade industry. cold steel always delivers and has a great warranty, and I wont need warranties with this sword! sliced tatami, sliced rope ( I used 2 inch marine rope) and was a pleasure to practice drawing and sheathing with. so many reviews way off the mark here. all because your hanwei swings well on tatami doesnt mean it will do well in a shtf situation or cut modern day kevlar through a car door.
Review: No B.S. cutter! - This review is on 02-03-15. People have given unfavorable reviews on this Katana, perhaps Cold Steel Quality has improved. Either way, here we go. The only Con I have was that the sword was delivered in a box (which was bent) and it was wrapped in a bubble bag. A thicker cloth black bag was folded inside. There was no warranty or any paperwork. Perhaps this is why it cost only 289.48 instead of 500.00. Out of the box, I was impressed. The blade is quality steel and flawless, no bumps or scratches and the blade is straight. Finish on the blade is satin not a high gloss mirror finish. No Hamon (since these are usually fake on most swords anyway). All fittings and handle are tight, no rattle. The Ito is wrapped perfect as if by hand and the braids are centered perfect. The Menuki (decorative pieces beneath the Ito) is bright with a gold finish and centered perfectly. So far so good. The blade is sharp and well balanced Some say its heavy but for me the weight is fine. Actually its kind of light (I am 5'11" and 53) Cuts halfway through the shipping box without scratching the blade. Laugh if you will but one of my test is the "swoosh". If the blade makes a fairly audible swoosh or whip sound it tells me the blade is straight and the cutting edge is consistent. Paper test. Cutting through a sheet of paper was little rough. A few passes over the cutting edge with a AccuSharp tool and "Holy ____" cut like a hot knife through butter. (if you try one of these sharpeners, start on a cheap sword first to get the hang of it. you will notice the difference) When passing the sharpener over the edge there was almost no steel shreds removed (another test of a quality steel as opposed to a blade made of pig iron that would leave large shards of metal flakes behind. To sum it up. Someone said this is a utilitarian blade. That's a great definition. She is not ugly but beautiful (in a bulldog kind of way)This Cold Steel Katana is a no BS no frills cutter and cutting is what is does! Use it for Iai kata practice, cutting Tami mats and Yes this can be used for self defense! Definitely a mans sword! Good Job Cold Steel!

## Features

- Sport type: Hunting
- Warrior Series swords are delicately-designed, durably-crafted blades with same steel, heat treatment, and sharp blades as company's more expensive Emperor Series
- Samé-covered, cord-wrapped handles and quality fittings; comes complete with black lacquered scabbard and soft blue cover bag
- 29.25-inch 1055 carbon steel blade with 0.3125-inch thickness, 11.25-inch samé (ray skin) black braid cord handle with brass Menuki, 40.5-inch overall length, and 41.4-ounce weight
- Includes limited manufacturer's warranty; details included with purchase
- This item is not for sale in some specific zip codes

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000Q9GCTI |
| Best Sellers Rank | #500,243 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #1,036 in Martial Arts Swords |
| Blade Length | 29.25 Inches |
| Blade Material | 1060 Carbon |
| Brand | Cold Steel |
| Brand Name | Cold Steel |
| Color | Katana |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
| Customer Reviews | 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars (330) |
| Date First Available | September 1, 2004 |
| Grip Size | 10.75" |
| Grip Type | Genuine Ray Skin |
| Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
| Handle Material | Brass |
| Included Components | Scabbard, Sword |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 1 x 1 x 1 inches |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 44.17 x 4.09 x 4.02 inches |
| Item Weight | 4.1 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | GSM LLC |
| Material | Blend |
| Model Name | Warrior Series Katana |
| Model Year | 2013 |
| Number of Items | 2 |
| Package Weight | 2.1 Kilograms |
| Part Number | 88BKW |
| Product Dimensions | 40.5"L x 8"W |
| Size | One Size |
| Sport Type | Hunting |
| Style | Warrior Series Katana |
| Suggested Users | unisex-adult |
| UPC | 705442006534 |
| Warranty Description | SEE MANUFACTURER |

## Product Details

- **Blade Length:** 29.25 Inches
- **Blade Material:** 1060 Carbon
- **Brand:** Cold Steel
- **Handle Material:** Brass
- **Style:** Warrior Series Katana

## Images

![88BKW Katana, Ray Skin Handle, Wood Scabbard, One Size - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/4173w1UD5fL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: this unit on Cold Steel website is $599.    Here at Amazon it is only $288.  I am concerned this is "TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE".
   My question is: Is the Amazon unit defective? a factory "second"?,  a counterfeit? a knock-off? a "return"?...
  OR is simply an outstanding buy on a genuine, first rate , Cold Steel product?
I …**
A: years ago I purchased a Cold steel Kahana from a knife dealer. I paid 600.00 plus for the product.  I gave it away to a family member and I recently sought to replace that sword.  I purchase the one from Amazon for under 300.00it is the same sword, cold steel , and a quality product with no defects.  I could chop down a tree with this sword, if I ever wanted too.Hope this helps.

**Q: Hows this blades 1055 material compaired to 1045?**
A: I think it’s more flexible but not entirely sure

**Q: Is this combat worthy**
A: I don't know, I've never been in combat with it.

**Q: can you wear this on a belt or strap if so how? if needed what would i need to have this attached to a harness of sorts**
A: yes you can attach it to a belt or to your person, you would just need the appropriate gear so that is fits nicely. My husband attaches it to his belt with a scabbard of sorts.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Awesome sword, easy to sharpen before review like most negative reviewers
*by N***G on June 14, 2020*

When I orderes the sword, I already had a sharp pebble brand wetstone 1000/6000. I know some of you have seen youtube reviews by wannabe martial artists and decided NO on this sword. Think again. It doesnt come hand sharpened, duh. put the small effort in and sharpen it. I even watched a guy with his review on YT wearing a gimmick mask and using sloppy technique to try to cut water bottles! Man! sharpen this sword properly, its slick. its front heavy? well, it iss off by 4 inches on my 2 thousand dollar sword from japan circa 1979! this thing is built to last and is battle ready with a stone and stropped. at under 300 i'll take it over all the rest. I dont know lynn thompson but we need to thank this man for his service to the blade industry. cold steel always delivers and has a great warranty, and I wont need warranties with this sword! sliced tatami, sliced rope ( I used 2 inch marine rope) and was a pleasure to practice drawing and sheathing with. so many reviews way off the mark here. all because your hanwei swings well on tatami doesnt mean it will do well in a shtf situation or cut modern day kevlar through a car door.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ No B.S. cutter!
*by W***6 on February 7, 2015*

This review is on 02-03-15. People have given unfavorable reviews on this Katana, perhaps Cold Steel Quality has improved. Either way, here we go. The only Con I have was that the sword was delivered in a box (which was bent) and it was wrapped in a bubble bag. A thicker cloth black bag was folded inside. There was no warranty or any paperwork. Perhaps this is why it cost only 289.48 instead of 500.00. Out of the box, I was impressed. The blade is quality steel and flawless, no bumps or scratches and the blade is straight. Finish on the blade is satin not a high gloss mirror finish. No Hamon (since these are usually fake on most swords anyway). All fittings and handle are tight, no rattle. The Ito is wrapped perfect as if by hand and the braids are centered perfect. The Menuki (decorative pieces beneath the Ito) is bright with a gold finish and centered perfectly. So far so good. The blade is sharp and well balanced Some say its heavy but for me the weight is fine. Actually its kind of light (I am 5'11" and 53) Cuts halfway through the shipping box without scratching the blade. Laugh if you will but one of my test is the "swoosh". If the blade makes a fairly audible swoosh or whip sound it tells me the blade is straight and the cutting edge is consistent. Paper test. Cutting through a sheet of paper was little rough. A few passes over the cutting edge with a AccuSharp tool and "Holy ____" cut like a hot knife through butter. (if you try one of these sharpeners, start on a cheap sword first to get the hang of it. you will notice the difference) When passing the sharpener over the edge there was almost no steel shreds removed (another test of a quality steel as opposed to a blade made of pig iron that would leave large shards of metal flakes behind. To sum it up. Someone said this is a utilitarian blade. That's a great definition. She is not ugly but beautiful (in a bulldog kind of way)This Cold Steel Katana is a no BS no frills cutter and cutting is what is does! Use it for Iai kata practice, cutting Tami mats and Yes this can be used for self defense! Definitely a mans sword! Good Job Cold Steel!

### ⭐ Heavy, Unbalanced and Unrefined
*by M***D on December 20, 2023*

I watched product reviews on YouTube and read the ones provided on Sword Buyers Guide (SBG). The reviews were all very consistent and I can affirm after removing from the box and holding for five minutes; It does feel like a "sharpened crowbar". After a quick exam and the feel for the blade, I let my wife (who is not a sword enthusiast, just married to one) hold it and her comments were less positive than mine. She said it didn't even feel like a katana. She has held most if not all the swords in my collection. She stated the Cold Steel Warrior Katana was not light, maneuverable or refined. The only positives were, the sword was sharp and it had decent fittings that were of above average quality and fit. If this is the entry-level katana sword from Cold Steel, I will have to pass on the rest of the line up. It's like BMW making a bad 3-series car. It's the bread and butter of the companies offerings and if the 3-Series which they sell the most is poor quality, reliability, and design, one would never imagine buying the 4, 5, 6 or 7 series cars. I'll stick to Hanwei, Musashi, Ryujin, Dragon King (Hanwei subsidiary), Ronin and Dragon Sword..., great quality and value and I have never had a bad product from them.

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