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Post by ShooterMike on May 6, 2007 0:38:53 GMT
Several have asked for a review of the new Generation 2 Ranger sword. I am sorry to report that I haven't been able to give it a good wringing out, so my impressions are still only "initial" feelings. But I did get to take some pictures of it, so I thought I would go ahead and share a few to give folks a feel for the upgrades. ![](http://img96.imageshack.us/img96/8671/rockwallanglehilt02nu2.jpg) ![](http://img96.imageshack.us/img96/3272/rockwallanglehilt01zt7.jpg) Closeup of the new grip and narrowed guard ![](http://img96.imageshack.us/img96/4194/flowers31ws0.jpg) I like the pretty flowers, but the sword's even nicer. ![;)](//storage.forums.net/forum/images/smiley/wink.png) BTW, the blade is resting just on the PoB in this picture. Just after I snapped this shot the sword tipped backward and fell off the stand, imbedding the back of the pommel in the damp ground. But no harm done.
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Post by Deleted on May 6, 2007 5:03:59 GMT
DRRROOOOOOOOOOOOLLLLLLLL... ;D ![](http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v438/GSH70/Homer_drooling.jpg)
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Post by Deleted on May 6, 2007 5:35:10 GMT
To best appreciate the newer guard, I think you should post pictures of this one side by side with the old one... but other than that I second the above setiments...
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Post by jpfranco on May 6, 2007 22:33:51 GMT
This is an interesting twist on the LOTR rangers and I have to admit, it does look nice ![:D](//storage.forums.net/forum/images/smiley/grin.png)
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Post by ShooterMike on May 7, 2007 1:32:30 GMT
To best appreciate the newer guard, I think you should post pictures of this one side by side with the old one... but other than that I second the above setiments... Ask and you shall receive. ![](http://img459.imageshack.us/img459/1961/rangerhiltangleview01xr9.jpg) Old Ranger ![](http://img96.imageshack.us/img96/3272/rockwallanglehilt01zt7.jpg) New Ranger
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Post by rammstein on May 7, 2007 1:40:43 GMT
Hm...I still think it's too thick for my liking. I think that reduction of the guard could move the PoB up (I think that it is way too short now). Very nice looking though despite my complaints! I like the grip ring ![;)](//storage.forums.net/forum/images/smiley/wink.png)
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Post by Deleted on May 11, 2007 22:14:05 GMT
shooter, be sure to let me know if you ever have a rummage sale... a nice addition to an impressive collection.
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Post by Brendan Olszowy on May 30, 2007 13:10:29 GMT
Thats much more stylish now. Good job Clyde. Keep us posted Mike.
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Post by Deleted on May 31, 2007 2:30:58 GMT
Looking very nice. I think an increase on the credit card is in the works as I don't know how long I can wait to get my hands on this sword. The changes make it look alot nicer than the original IMO though.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 12, 2007 23:15:06 GMT
does anyone else think the leather on the hilt looks sort of like sushi wrap? anywho, shooter, i think i speak for everyone when i say you should call in sick to work and do a review on this beast.
jason
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Post by Brendan Olszowy on Jun 13, 2007 7:11:14 GMT
MMMMMM, Sushiiii.... ![](http://img407.imageshack.us/img407/6446/homerdroolingcq6.jpg)
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Post by Deleted on Aug 21, 2007 2:14:23 GMT
I received one of the first production run of the LL Ranger sword (#054)with an improper heat treat. It looks a bit different (cocobolo handle sections (one of which split after about 6 months). In my first cutting with it, the blade bent slightly (to this day I am still convinced that it was a good cut) after the water bottle went flying about 20 yards. After the lower section of wood split, I ended up re-hilting it and turning it into a hand-and-a-half. This was a project I posted in another forum and was immediately chastised for the effort (but it's..... ok. I see the therapist only twice a week now). Anyhoo, here's a pic: ![](http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a359/scifigeek1138/DSCF0070.jpg)
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Post by Brendan Olszowy on Aug 21, 2007 14:49:19 GMT
Hi Martin, Welcome to the forums! Well done overcoming your fears, there's less snobbery here. Tidy DIY, it appears to have an extra bush before the pommel; did you add that? Have a welcome / DIY Karma. Is that Reepicheep in your avatar? ![](http://img262.imageshack.us/img262/7348/reepicheeppa3.jpg)
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Post by Deleted on Aug 21, 2007 23:08:21 GMT
Grip looks too smooth, would not do so well once your hands got sweaty. Another more practical wrap. Pretty sword though.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 22, 2007 1:38:08 GMT
I added a leather spacer between the spacer ring and pommel. I had to do some serious sanding on the ring in order for it to "flow" into the pommel. That's actually Martin the Warrior from Redwall. ![;)](//storage.forums.net/forum/images/smiley/wink.png) Yeah, they are smooth, but they are somewhat tacky. Oiled rather than having lacquer or whatnot. Also perfectly round, kind of like a broom handle. I toyed with the idea of doing a cord and leather wrap.
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Post by Brendan Olszowy on Aug 22, 2007 8:03:18 GMT
Plenty of posts on wraps in the customisation section, it's not hard but a little fiddly. Big tip - get the 5 minute epoxy.
We'd normally want an oval shaped grip to help position / angle the blade correctly through a cut. Maybe if you have a dremel you could reshape it?
I like the look of wood. I wanted to try a carved celtic design on a wood handle.
Check these for a little inspiration: /index.cgi?board=swordcustom&action=display&thread=1177974369 /index.cgi?board=swordcustom&action=display&thread=1180548096 /index.cgi?board=swordcustom&action=display&thread=1177176194
I've disclosed some of my findings in grip wrapping at this post: /index.cgi?action=display&board=swordreviews&thread=1166799516&page=2
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Post by Deleted on Aug 22, 2007 9:19:13 GMT
Off topic, but....
Reepicheep would destroy Martin were they to duel.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 22, 2007 9:25:18 GMT
Off topic, but.... Reepicheep would destroy Martin were they to duel. How's the finger mate. Been on hol's ? ;D
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Post by Deleted on Aug 22, 2007 13:51:27 GMT
Off topic, but.... Reepicheep would destroy Martin were they to duel. it depends would martin in armour, could reepicheep use a buckler or main guage
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Post by Deleted on Aug 28, 2007 1:27:05 GMT
I really like the pommel on the new ranger sword, but the blade is too short. It just doesn't fit the long pommel in my opinion. I went to the Gen2 site and the POB was around an inch I think (could be wrong as its been a while since I've looked at it).
I mean with a two-handed sword like that, you'd want to have some blade power, right? A perfect POB would be around 4" (not too blade heavy, not too powerless). Also, I wish the blade was more tapered, I think it would really add to the beauty that's already there. ;D
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