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					Originally Posted by Valjhun
					
				 
				Andrew, the blade  affixation is rather weak on all katars.
  
			
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 Hi Valjhun.  I have to disagree with you on this one.  

  The katars I've handled have been quite sturdy.  Certainly, exceptions are encountered.
Most are mounted in such a fashion as to neatly handle significant linear force generated by a punching motion.  The attachment of this blade directly to the guard as shown would not appear to be optimal for the linear or lateral forces one would expect to encounter.
I wouldn't want to rely on this weapon to defend myself in a fight.