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Post by Deleted on Dec 17, 2009 2:44:32 GMT
Well, it's been about 4 months in the making, but finally my Jin Shi special order jian is on its way! I kinda just need this thread to vent for a few days untill it gets here (excited, much?)...I'll post pics and impressions here as soon as it's delivered. In the meantime, here are the specs I ordered: Dragon motif jian 27" DH T10 monosteel blade ebony scabbard and grip brass blade collar (as on the Tang jian option from Jin Shi's site) brass pin through handle Here are a couple of teaser pics Garrett sent me a few weeks back:   I should also add that Garrett has been great to work with and very patient with me and my constant prodding! |
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Post by shadowhowler on Dec 17, 2009 3:12:36 GMT
Its awesome... just what I would look for in a Gim/Jian sword. If you could, please PM me with the price on something like that... I want one.  |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 17, 2009 8:31:55 GMT
Looks awesome. I don't blame you one bit for being excited, I would be too, it's the waiting that kills ya'. Have fun with your new sword!
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Post by Deleted on Dec 18, 2009 0:08:47 GMT
Congrats.... Try not to drool on your keyboard too much looking at the teaser pics.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 18, 2009 1:18:20 GMT
Hehe...too late! I've ruined about 3 keyboards since I got the pics. Thanks for the congrats, guys...hopefully I'll have her by Christmas.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 20, 2009 4:31:50 GMT
You are going to looooove that gorgeous sword.
And just wait 'til you see how she handles and cuts!
Welcome to the club!
Mine has become my favorite sword: /index.cgi?board=chineseswords&action=display&thread=7511
Yeah....you're gonna love it!
-- Richard
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Post by Deleted on Jan 4, 2010 19:33:03 GMT
Well, it took a little while, but ITS HERE!!!! The jian just came in a couple hours ago and I've been playing with it ever since.
The blade is exquisite...the mostly-striaght hamon (or whatever the chinese call it) stands out quite well and the blade is thick and RAZOR sharp. It handles like a dream...I love the feel of the ebony grip. The more forward balance and stout blade make this thing feel as though it could cleave a man in two, but the sword is still very light and lively.
There are a couple of cosmetic issues (but at this price point, some are to be expected). The blade collar seems a bit too narrow for the blade...one side seems to be pushing through the brass just a tiny bit. Also, the hollow pin going through the handle is drilled off center quite a bit. These are very minor issues, however, and the sword feels rock solid so far.
I'll post some more pics and a revew later on.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 4, 2010 20:21:46 GMT
Coolness, sounds like you're very happy with your new baby.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 5, 2010 0:13:31 GMT
Cool beans, I look forward to the pictures and the review. Have fun!
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Post by Deleted on Jan 5, 2010 0:23:57 GMT
Lucky!  My Jin Shi had to go back to the forge. They found a flaw in the blade during polishing so I have to wait a bit longer. Yours looks great! Congrats! |
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