Just on a strange side note, i've used the twin 3/8's classic style coring but wanted to try to make the "straight" style katana blade. (yes I've read all the inconsistancies with the curved and thought it'd be wiser to go ahead and try what was dun in Dag/Bel.) Now I may be new to the forums, but definitely not building/fighting here in Bel. So simple question is, Is there an online source or common store to find the 1/2" squared FiberRods?
Edit: Also, going with the idea of having a curve. Would using an Ash wood core that's got roughly a 30" blade be worth using, whether or not it falls apart over time?