Ronin Katana,
A Severed Legacy

Sword Buyers Guide's Final Word on Ronin Katana...

From 2009 to 2024, Sword Buyers Guide maintained a professional relationship with Ronin Katana, a brand widely known for its extensive catalog of Japanese and European-style swords. Over the years, we provided a platform to showcase their products and gave visibility to what we believed were their contributions to the sword community.

But behind the blades, troubling patterns took root. Our internal review uncovered persistent pricing discrepancies and behavior that conflicted with the values we hold as non-negotiable—honesty, accountability, and respect. These weren’t misunderstandings. They were systemic issues reflecting a deeper ethical misalignment.

We encountered evasive communication, dismissiveness toward legitimate customer concerns, and unverified claims about material specifications that undermined consumer trust. More concerning were direct experiences with aggressive conduct toward staff and a disregard for collaborative integrity.

Ronin Katana is no longer affiliated with Sword Buyers Guide in any capacity. Their profile and product links have been removed, and this page now stands as a final statement—an honest reflection on a partnership that began with promise but ended with disappointment.

We remain committed to vendors who uphold the spirit of the craft, honor the legacy of the sword, and treat their community with the transparency it deserves.

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