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Post by Deleted on Oct 13, 2009 21:17:03 GMT
I am thinking about buying the dark knight from DSA, but I need to know if their sharpening service is good or not, otherwise I would rather try to find some local business to sharpen it. Please tell me of your previous experiences, not of what you have heard.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 14, 2009 14:15:16 GMT
I had my Medieval knight sword and dagger sharpened when I bought them. Edges were fair to poor. I took a file to them after one cut. Keep in mind that DSA swords are hard to hand sharpen, and a belt sander is the tool to use.
We have this same thread about every other month and say the same thing each time, maybe we need to sticky the answer where everyone can find it.
DSA has just done some major upgrades on their products, maybe they've upgraded the sharpening as well. Talk to them about it when you order your sword.
Hope this helps, K
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Post by Deleted on Oct 14, 2009 14:22:03 GMT
I won't vote...my only experience with DSA ended up with me ultimately returning the Ranger sword- the edge seemed sharp enough but there were enough issues I had with the sword that precluded me testing it out. My understanding is that their sharpening service has gotten a lot better, but I can't quantify that personally- but others whose opinions I hold in high regard have said as much so for me, it is truth.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 14, 2009 21:15:25 GMT
I won't vote...my only experience with DSA ended up with me ultimately returning the Ranger sword- the edge seemed sharp enough but there were enough issues I had with the sword that precluded me testing it out. My understanding is that their sharpening service has gotten a lot better, but I can't quantify that personally- but others whose opinions I hold in high regard have said as much so for me, it is truth. see, that's what I am wondering about it too, because some say they have improved and can sharpen them properly now, others say they still do a poor job. I don't wanna ask them because I don't think they would exactly give me an objective answer, that's why I wanted to see what the newest opinion is, because I like the black knight, but if they can't sharpen it properly I won't bother buying it... |
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Post by SlayerofDarkness on Oct 15, 2009 0:16:36 GMT
Simple solution: buy from ArmsofValor. Jason at AoV has his own sharpening service which does a MUCH better job than DSA's standard fare... I think that that is actually why there may be conflicting reports, with people rating the DSA sharpening service as poor and rating a sharpened DSA from AoV as good. Just a thought.  -Slayer |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 15, 2009 0:18:36 GMT
i love AoV, but the black knight sells for $145 in the DSA store and nearly $300 in the AoV one...
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Post by SlayerofDarkness on Oct 15, 2009 1:19:07 GMT
Ask Jason about it, maybe he could work something out with you. It never hurts to ask. ;D
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Post by Deleted on Oct 15, 2009 2:29:32 GMT
The edge DSA puts on their swords is a pretty rough cut bevel and actually makes it a little difficult to put on a proper edge. I'd say have someone do it for you or get the equipment to do it yourself. The steel is hard, so it will be more work than a on Windlass or Hanwei product.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 8, 2009 13:26:59 GMT
I won't vote...my only experience with DSA ended up with me ultimately returning the Ranger sword- the edge seemed sharp enough but there were enough issues I had with the sword that precluded me testing it out. My understanding is that their sharpening service has gotten a lot better, but I can't quantify that personally- but others whose opinions I hold in high regard have said as much so for me, it is truth. Hello Paladin, when did you return your Ranger sword? I have thought it is discontinued and sold out by DSA. I couldnt find it anywhere at the moment. I was looking for one for weeks/month. And why do you have it returned? What was the problem with the sword? Thank you and best wishes, Meschler |
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Post by SlayerofDarkness on Dec 8, 2009 14:13:16 GMT
I don't mean to speak for Ebon, but he's been AWOL for a few days, so I'll give what input I have heard about it from him. I believe that Ebon returned the Ranger Sword at least 4-5 months ago, but probably longer. That's just the first time I can recall hearing him mention it. IIRC, his given reason was that he returned it to to its extreme weight.  Hope this helps! ;D -Slayer |
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Post by sparky on Dec 8, 2009 20:50:24 GMT
I purchased the Ranger Sword and The Hundred Year War Sword from DSA about one year ago. Love the swords but the sharpening was not so good. Looked like they ran an accu sharp down it and the edges were kinda wavy. The Ranger would cut bottles but the 100 year would not.
That was a year ago so how they are doing now I can't say. Would I buy these swords again? Yes but I would not have them sharpened. I'd do it myself or get someone else to.
Hope this helps,
Rob
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Post by YlliwCir on Dec 8, 2009 20:54:26 GMT
i love AoV, but the black knight sells for $145 in the DSA store and nearly $300 in the AoV one... You could get the one from DSA and spend the difference on a HF 1X30 belt sander and some belts, watch Tom's sharpening videos and do it yourself. The learning curve isn't real big but from what I've heard of DSA, you'd have to start at a lower grit and work up. May take some time. However, once you have it down, getting and keeping your blades sharp will never be a problem again. |
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Post by sparky on Dec 8, 2009 21:01:58 GMT
i love AoV, but the black knight sells for $145 in the DSA store and nearly $300 in the AoV one... You could get the one from DSA and spend the difference on a HF 1X30 belt sander and some belts, watch Tom's sharpening videos and do it yourself. The learning curve isn't real big but from what I've heard of DSA, you'd have to start at a lower grit and work up. May take some time. However, once you have it down, getting and keeping your blades sharp will never be a problem again. Yes! That's what I did eventually. |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 8, 2009 21:03:51 GMT
Now I need to include money in my sword budget for a house and a garage so i have somewhere to put a belt sander? This hobby is gettin' out of control! |
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Post by YlliwCir on Dec 8, 2009 21:11:50 GMT
Now I need to include money in my sword budget for a house and a garage so i have somewhere to put a belt sander? This hobby is gettin' out of control! LOL, I got no garage. I do my sharpening in the back yard or my sword room/weight room/spare bedroom/where we put all the stuff we don't have room for elsewhere room.
This little belt sander really don't take up much room, tho you may want to open a window and watch out for sparks on the lower grits.Edited - Don't sharpen swords in the house. |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 8, 2009 21:16:18 GMT
I have been talking to eyal for a while and he told me they hired a professional sharpener, so no worries at this point  |
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Post by SlayerofDarkness on Dec 8, 2009 21:19:38 GMT
Hey Ric- Just a quick tip, I'd highly advise NOT sharpening inside unless you have good ventilation. I read about a guy who sharpened some swords in the basement, and the metal shavings got into the air system, and poisened his cat and family. I don't have any proof to back this up, but I seem to recall that the source seemed legit.  But metal shavings in the air certainly seems like a bad idea to me. ;D Hop this helps, Slayer |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 8, 2009 21:19:48 GMT
Cool. Eyal is the man. Sooner or later I'll just have to orrder something from them. I have to see that promised saber and the scottish sword.
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Post by YlliwCir on Dec 8, 2009 21:30:13 GMT
Hey Ric- Just a quick tip, I'd highly advise NOT sharpening inside unless you have good ventilation. I read about a guy who sharpened some swords in the basement, and the metal shavings got into the air system, and poisened his cat and family. I don't have any proof to back this up, but I seem to recall that the source seemed legit. But metal shavings in the air certainly seems like a bad idea to me. ;D Hop this helps, Slayer Thanks, Slayer, you're right. I don't want to get anyone doing anything unsafe. Mostly what I do inside is with the leather belt and even then right next to an open window with a fan sucking the exaust outside. When I'm going to take metal off I go outback. Really tho a small balconey would probably do. |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 8, 2009 23:33:09 GMT
I always sharpen outside in a breeze, otherwise the abrasive dust can get in your lungs and give you silicosis Even then, a filter mask is a good idea along with safety goggles or a face shield |
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But metal shavings in the air certainly seems like a bad idea to me. ;D
