How to create a Katana prop for your project

[Maura N.]

For those of you who wish to create a Katana prop for your project, there is a simple method to do it. However, you need to consider that this method requires you to own a 3D printer and set it up in advance.

Katanas are the Japanese swords, that have a curved, single-edged blade and a circular or squared guard and a long grip. They can be used as props for fighting scenes, samurai-inspired projects or even modern tales.

If you need such a prop for your next project, this is a simple tutorial on how to create it:

 

[István Kovács]

I have a few photo sessions in mind with swords as props. Buying a good prop can be pricy but creating it your own only costs your own time…You only buy the printer once and you can use it for so long