Heath Ledger
Poker Phenom.

Thanks I wasn't aware I hit 20k.

Gratz on 20k posts.

You are my new Spurstalk friend. Muah hah hah.

Thanks, it is very much appreciated. I will let you know after much research, but your reference is FAR better than anything I could have learned on my own.

Here are some brands you can look for online.

Paul Chen aka Hanwei Katanas. They are made by a company called C.A.S. Iberia. And prices range from $179 up to $3500-$4000. I have an account with C.A.S. and could order you one.

Some other brands that are up there in quality.

Cold Steel
Musashi
Ryumon
Roninsword.com

If you see a particular model that fancies you let me know and I will try to get you a quote. Some reputable sword dealers are http://www.trueswords.com http://www.roninsword.com http://www.smokeymountainknifeworks.com

Higher end swords, yes.

No pocket knives...just real deal Samurai sword(s). Point is, I could google it and find really expensive shit to look at, but I know nothing about them or who can be trusted.

I would think you do. Therefore, if you pointed me to a couple reputable places, or had a catalog you trusted or something, I'd feel more confident in its quality.

What particularly are you interested in? I have access to everything and can either get it for you or tell you where you can get it if I cannot.

You looking for higher end swords? Pocket knives etc? If you have model #'s that would be cool.

Anyway, my question was/is, being a person in the biz, where would one find high quality "steel"?

Perusing your site, its obvious youre hitting a price point, I am more interested in things of a finer nature.

Any tips?

I am slow, now you know.