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Odachi Sword Collection – Hand-Forged Japanese Great Swords (Ōdachi / Nodachi)
Discover the awe-inspiring Odachi sword (also written Ōdachi or Nodachi) – the legendary “great sword” of feudal Japan. With blades exceeding 90 cm (35 in) in length, these long katana were the samurai’s answer to open-field combat during the Nanboku-chō (1336-1392) and early Sengoku periods. Their imposing reach cut through pikes, cavalry and armour, earning a fearsome battlefield reputation.
What Makes an Odachi Unique?
- Extreme Size & Reach – Historic examples like the Norimitsu Ōdachi measure 3.77 m / 12.4 ft and weigh 14.5 kg, illustrating the ultimate expression of the form.
- Battlefield Specialist – Wielded two-handed on foot for sweeping cuts that broke enemy lines. Some were also offered to Shintō shrines as symbols of martial devotion.
- Swordsmith Mastery – Forging, differential hardening and polishing a blade of this length requires rare skill; every piece in our range is full-tang, clay-tempered high-carbon or folded steel.
Hand-Forged Excellence by Katana-Sword.com
Each Odachi in our collection is crafted by seasoned smiths who marry shinogi-zukuri geometry with modern heat-treatment to deliver optimum balance and bite. Choose from:
- 1095 / T10 tool-steel or 15-fold Damascus billets
- Genuine samegawa (ray-skin) & tight tsuka-maki
- Iron, brass or copper tsuba in dragon, wave, or mon motifs
- Lacquered magnolia saya with buffalo-horn fittings
- Optional personal engraving for a one-of-a-kind heirloom
Historical Timeline at a Glance
| Period | Role of the Odachi |
|---|---|
| Nanboku-chō (1336-1392) | Infantry great-sword for anti-cavalry strikes |
| Muromachi (1336-1573) | Continued field use; ceremonial offerings emerge |
| Edo (1603-1868) | Primarily display pieces demonstrating smith prowess |
| Modern Era | Collectors, martial artists & shrine dedications |
Who Buys an Odachi Today?
Whether you’re a collector seeking a centre-piece, an iaido / kenjutsu practitioner building grip strength, or a history enthusiast captivated by samurai warfare, our Odachi range delivers impeccable presence and performance. Leading competitors like TrueKatana and Swords-for-Sale feature similar swords, but we back ours with a 30-day money-back guarantee and fast worldwide shipping.
Complete Your Samurai Arsenal
Strengthen your training set and internal site architecture by pairing an Odachi with our Katana, or wakizashi. This semantic interlinking helps Google recognise Katana-Sword.com as an authority on Japanese blades.
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- Secure checkout & multiple currencies
- Free, tracked global delivery
- 30-day satisfaction guarantee – love it or send it back
Claim your piece of samurai history now – add an Odachi to your cart and feel the power of Japan’s greatest sword.