Del Tin sword of St.Maurice review
Aug 8, 2007 0:15:54 GMT
Post by Deleted on Aug 8, 2007 0:15:54 GMT
Hello,
This is a review of a Del Tin Sword of St. Maurice. Right off the start, I know some of you will say that Del Tin’s don’t belong on this website as they are not in the sub $300 price range, but I thought some would find this somewhat informative and interesting.
By cs76cs, shot with FinePix S9000 at 2007-08-07
Del Tin swords are made in Italy by a small family owned operation ran by Fluvio Del Tin, and are faithfully recreated to their historical counterparts.
I know this sword has been review by far more experienced people than me on the Internet but I thought I would post my own “everyday Joe’s” opinion.
By cs76cs, shot with FinePix S9000 at 2007-08-07
The sword of St. Maurice by Del Tin is a historically accurate offering that has a great story behind it, if anyone has interest in these things, should really take the time to read about it.
I purchased this sword on the secondary market for below the $300us price limit, it is the most expensive medieval style sword I own, and it’s also the nicest one.
By cs76cs, shot with FinePix S9000 at 2007-08-07
Sword stats:
Overall length 38 ½”
Weight 3 lbs 2oz.
Blade width at guard 2”
Blade thickness at guard 3/16”
Blade material 6150 steel
By cs76cs, shot with FinePix S9000 at 2007-08-07
Del Tin swords are not what most would consider “beaters”, in fact first thing you will notice is how much this sword stands out from the other lower priced makers models.
The blade is almost perfect, very straight lines , clean and as even as you will get. I believe Del Tin uses the stock removal process in making their blades, which would explain their “perfect” appearance. It has what I would call a very distinctive satin finish, very different than most other swords I have seen. The steel used is for the blade is 6150, which is very tough. The guard is also very well made and fits onto the blade tightly. Originally, this sword comes with a wood handle, which is wrapped in leather, mine has been rewrapped by the previous owner with a copper wire, a very nice job I must say.
The pummel is a beautiful Brazil nut design, solid and quite heavy, the beefy tang is peened over it. There are hammer marks visible where the tang was penned. And I should mention that there are a couple of pitting spots visible in the guard and pummel, not an issue with me though, as that doesn’t bother me at all.
By cs76cs, shot with FinePix S9000 at 2007-08-07
Handling is not easy, and it’s not supposed to be. The original was a beefy weapon designed for use against armour and chain mail, and this reproduction stays true to it in that sense. It is a heavy, broad bladed sword that is capable of devastating cuts and heavy damage. It will destroy pretty much anything you throw it against. Mind you , because of it’s size and weight, this will require considerable effort on your part. This is a sword that feels very right in anyone’s hand, it is a very good (but heavy) one hander.
By cs76cs, shot with FinePix S9000 at 2007-08-07
As you can tell, I am very impressed with this sword, but there are a couple of drawbacks I must outline. First, the price, Del Tins are not cheap, most range in the $350-$500us price, a lot of people simply just can’t afford that or would not consider buying them as “beaters”. They do occasionally pop up for private sale through the classifieds or online websites at decent prices (I was selling my Del Tin Viking far below the actual cost on this website as a matter of fact).
By cs76cs, shot with FinePix S9000 at 2007-08-07
Second, the availability, Del Tins are not readily available, you have to check with the retailer first as to the actual stock on these before you buy, in most cases you will need to buy straight from Italy, a lot of people are just not very comfortable purchasing from other continents, a lot of people are not very comfortable purchasing online inside their own country for that matter.
And third, most Del Tins (if not all) are sold without scabbards, which means you will need to make your own (which is what I did) or pay someone to make one for you.
I made mine out of poplar, it took a while to carve the inside and outside, but I’m happy with the way it turned out, not bad for my first full scabbard made from scratch.
By cs76cs, shot with FinePix S9000 at 2007-08-07
In conclusion, I will say that if anyone has an interest in this type of sword and this time period and can afford to make such a purchase, I would very highly recommend Del Tins Sword of St. Maurice, this is a superb one hander, that no-one will be disappointed with.
By cs76cs, shot with FinePix S9000 at 2007-08-07
The rating:
Historical Accuracy: 4.5/5
Fit and Finish : 4.5/5
Structural Integrity: 5/5
Handling: 4/5 (mostly cause of the weight)
Value for Money: 4.5/5
Overall: 4.5/5
Highly recommended,
Thanx for reading,
Chris
This is a review of a Del Tin Sword of St. Maurice. Right off the start, I know some of you will say that Del Tin’s don’t belong on this website as they are not in the sub $300 price range, but I thought some would find this somewhat informative and interesting.
By cs76cs, shot with FinePix S9000 at 2007-08-07
Del Tin swords are made in Italy by a small family owned operation ran by Fluvio Del Tin, and are faithfully recreated to their historical counterparts.
I know this sword has been review by far more experienced people than me on the Internet but I thought I would post my own “everyday Joe’s” opinion.
By cs76cs, shot with FinePix S9000 at 2007-08-07
The sword of St. Maurice by Del Tin is a historically accurate offering that has a great story behind it, if anyone has interest in these things, should really take the time to read about it.
I purchased this sword on the secondary market for below the $300us price limit, it is the most expensive medieval style sword I own, and it’s also the nicest one.
By cs76cs, shot with FinePix S9000 at 2007-08-07
Sword stats:
Overall length 38 ½”
Weight 3 lbs 2oz.
Blade width at guard 2”
Blade thickness at guard 3/16”
Blade material 6150 steel
By cs76cs, shot with FinePix S9000 at 2007-08-07
Del Tin swords are not what most would consider “beaters”, in fact first thing you will notice is how much this sword stands out from the other lower priced makers models.
The blade is almost perfect, very straight lines , clean and as even as you will get. I believe Del Tin uses the stock removal process in making their blades, which would explain their “perfect” appearance. It has what I would call a very distinctive satin finish, very different than most other swords I have seen. The steel used is for the blade is 6150, which is very tough. The guard is also very well made and fits onto the blade tightly. Originally, this sword comes with a wood handle, which is wrapped in leather, mine has been rewrapped by the previous owner with a copper wire, a very nice job I must say.
The pummel is a beautiful Brazil nut design, solid and quite heavy, the beefy tang is peened over it. There are hammer marks visible where the tang was penned. And I should mention that there are a couple of pitting spots visible in the guard and pummel, not an issue with me though, as that doesn’t bother me at all.
By cs76cs, shot with FinePix S9000 at 2007-08-07
Handling is not easy, and it’s not supposed to be. The original was a beefy weapon designed for use against armour and chain mail, and this reproduction stays true to it in that sense. It is a heavy, broad bladed sword that is capable of devastating cuts and heavy damage. It will destroy pretty much anything you throw it against. Mind you , because of it’s size and weight, this will require considerable effort on your part. This is a sword that feels very right in anyone’s hand, it is a very good (but heavy) one hander.
By cs76cs, shot with FinePix S9000 at 2007-08-07
As you can tell, I am very impressed with this sword, but there are a couple of drawbacks I must outline. First, the price, Del Tins are not cheap, most range in the $350-$500us price, a lot of people simply just can’t afford that or would not consider buying them as “beaters”. They do occasionally pop up for private sale through the classifieds or online websites at decent prices (I was selling my Del Tin Viking far below the actual cost on this website as a matter of fact).
By cs76cs, shot with FinePix S9000 at 2007-08-07
Second, the availability, Del Tins are not readily available, you have to check with the retailer first as to the actual stock on these before you buy, in most cases you will need to buy straight from Italy, a lot of people are just not very comfortable purchasing from other continents, a lot of people are not very comfortable purchasing online inside their own country for that matter.
And third, most Del Tins (if not all) are sold without scabbards, which means you will need to make your own (which is what I did) or pay someone to make one for you.
I made mine out of poplar, it took a while to carve the inside and outside, but I’m happy with the way it turned out, not bad for my first full scabbard made from scratch.
By cs76cs, shot with FinePix S9000 at 2007-08-07
In conclusion, I will say that if anyone has an interest in this type of sword and this time period and can afford to make such a purchase, I would very highly recommend Del Tins Sword of St. Maurice, this is a superb one hander, that no-one will be disappointed with.
By cs76cs, shot with FinePix S9000 at 2007-08-07
The rating:
Historical Accuracy: 4.5/5
Fit and Finish : 4.5/5
Structural Integrity: 5/5
Handling: 4/5 (mostly cause of the weight)
Value for Money: 4.5/5
Overall: 4.5/5
Highly recommended,
Thanx for reading,
Chris