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Post by Deleted on May 28, 2009 17:43:02 GMT
In my continuing search on a good deal for a Euro sword with good cutting and thrusting ability; I am wondedering about the Hanwei Bastard sword. Does anyone have any experience with this sword? It looks like a good begineer sword in that it can be used with two or one hand and the blade is a little less than 28 inches. Give me your opinions. Thanksl.
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Post by Deleted on May 28, 2009 18:03:29 GMT
Are you looking at the sharp version or the practical version?
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Post by Deleted on May 28, 2009 18:11:31 GMT
The sharp version. I want a good cutter.
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Post by Deleted on May 28, 2009 18:53:39 GMT
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Post by Deleted on May 28, 2009 18:58:45 GMT
I have the Hanwei Practical hand and a half and I believe the blade geometry is not the same; having said that, it is a lively enough sword that feels good in-hand. Older models of the Hanwei line had some QC issues, but the latest work to come out of their forges is, I think, good stuff.
Here's Ric's review of said sword: /index.cgi?board=swordreviews&action=display&thread=7149&page=1
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Post by Deleted on May 28, 2009 20:10:34 GMT
The one that I am looking at is the one in Luka's post. It is a shorter sword that the one that Ric reviewed. I don't know why both of these swords have the same name. Most sights that I have looked at call both a bastard or hand and half sword; but I am looking at the one with a shorter blade.
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Post by Deleted on May 28, 2009 20:12:22 GMT
Actually, I believe in older CAS/Hanwei catalogues; the one that I am looking at was under the Iberia heading if that means anything.
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Post by Deleted on May 28, 2009 20:28:56 GMT
I just noticed that Valiant Armoury makes this sword as well and calls it the "hand and half" sword. It is on AOV for $157.99.
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Post by Deleted on May 28, 2009 20:44:52 GMT
I can't see those links from here at work; which sucks for me. There is a shorter one that is also billed the Bastard; I have the 'practical' (blunt) version of that sword. Speaking of which, VA is a good company; I do believe that the hand and half sword from VA is from their old 'Standard' line...not that it isn't a good sword, its just their more recent collaborations with Gus Trim and Christian Fletcher have resulted in much better swords for not much more. In your case, I'd go with the AT Practical Longsword, you can find it here: www.valiant-armoury.com/practical.htmlFor under $300 I doubt you'll find a better sword; the practical series are the 'workman' type swords; the Signature line dresses them up considerably with better fittings and detailed/handmade scabbards and belts. Check'm out. Naturally, the Signature line is priced higher.
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Post by YlliwCir on May 28, 2009 23:01:42 GMT
I too would pass on the older CasIberia offerings. I believe these are hold overs from before Hanwei joined with the Cas brand. There is another Hanwei hand and a half sword, also called the AlbrechtII. A good sword that one but needs some edge work to get it to cut well, but when you do you get this.
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Post by Deleted on May 29, 2009 0:07:11 GMT
Wonder if Sonny would put a practical viking sword in with their arming and longsword that would be neat, with the brown
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Post by Deleted on May 29, 2009 6:00:04 GMT
Is there an advantage to weilding a two handed sword with a 27 inch blade over a two handed with a longer blade of 34 inches? Especially, if you are new to sword collecting?
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Post by Avery on May 29, 2009 13:26:09 GMT
I have the blade thats in Lukas post, actually I now have 2. Both are older versions, the durability of mine is great, but the edge did need a little work at first. The one that belonged to a friend, not so good. But as I've said, both are older versions. I have to say mine has taken alot of abuse over the years and has stood up well, I like the way it handles and cuts. But honestly, I'd follow Rics advice and have a look at the AlbrechtII.
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Post by Deleted on May 29, 2009 16:35:41 GMT
Is there an advantage to weilding a two handed sword with a 27 inch blade over a two handed with a longer blade of 34 inches? Especially, if you are new to sword collecting? There is; reach being chief amongst the differences. Personally, I do not see the point of a two handed sword with such a short blade, although I know they are out there. To each their own, however. Brissy...I agree; since they're making the Actium anyway, where's the practical version?
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Post by swordboy bringer of chaos on May 29, 2009 16:43:36 GMT
Is there an advantage to weilding a two handed sword with a 27 inch blade over a two handed with a longer blade of 34 inches? Especially, if you are new to sword collecting? There is; reach being chief amongst the differences. Personally, I do not see the point of a two handed sword with such a short blade, although I know they are out there. To each their own, however. Brissy...I agree; since they're making the Actium anyway, where's the practical version? well if one is used to the katana most of the techniques translate of to broad well enough and a sword with similar size and balance make less issues with stance and control
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Post by Deleted on May 29, 2009 17:22:25 GMT
I see your point, but I can't say as I'd go that route even so.
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Post by Deleted on May 29, 2009 20:08:37 GMT
Have you looked at the Tinker Bastard?
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Post by swordboy bringer of chaos on May 29, 2009 21:05:07 GMT
I have and it's not bad
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Post by Deleted on May 29, 2009 23:11:04 GMT
That particular sword *used* to be made in the Philippines for CASIberia. They are now made in China by the CASHanwei folks. There are 11 different swords and knives in the Hanwei catalog that used to be made by Iberia: www.cashanwei.com/productsearch.asp?subsub=yes&cat=Swords%20and%20Daggers&subcat=Western&subsubcat=IberiaI think the new Hanwei production models are better done than the old Iberia production models. The new Henry V is one of my favorite short arming swords. (I will note, however, that I don't really like the Iberia hand-and-a-half very much.)
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