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Post by Deleted on Dec 22, 2009 18:35:16 GMT
I have always been interested in history and historic weapons - but on a budget. As such I have dabbled with several types of modern interpretations of historic swords. After handling (and purchasing) several of them I've found that my favorate sword type keeps evolving. Initially was fond of the double edged arming swords, then the rapier, and finally the cutlass and saber. ... but an early purchase keeps drawing my affection. The 1840 Windlass NCO Sword is so easy to handle, maneuverable, light, and comfortable, that it is in danger of changing my entire bladely focus. Is there something wrong with me that I have fallen in love with such an inexpensive sword with a reputaion for uselessness on the battlefield? I have no idea as to the tang construction but know it's peened and that a brass grip has little to fail. This little cheap wench is changing my entire outlook! Now I find myself eying her cousins like the british 1908 cav sword and the various smallswords. I even ordered a Windlass Patton Sword yesterday! I now neglect my 1796 type saber and won't even look at a sword without some thusting capability... even the British Sergeant and Drummer swords look tempting! So... Am I crazy, or just sick !?!  |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 22, 2009 18:57:02 GMT
So... Am I crazy, or just sick !?! I am not qualified to answer that, but... ;D I think you will find that the "Patton" and the British P1908 handle quite differently from a US M1840 NCO sword, although I am sure you'll still have fun with either of them! If you are interested in a thrusting sword intended to be used on foot take a look at the British P1897. Do you have links for the British sergeant and drummer swords? |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 22, 2009 19:13:29 GMT
I was looking at the Drummer/Sergeant swords at militaryheritage.com. I like the look of A LOT of the swords over there, including the 1897. Though I love the overall looks of the Patton I just ordered, I do find myself prefering the single edge of the 1840 and the British swords - hence my interest in the CS 1908  |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 23, 2009 5:59:07 GMT
I'm afraid I might be suffering from the safe disease, so you're not alone ;D ! Since a few month's my "sword interest" has made a "curve" into the direction of"sabers" this is to say toward sabers of the Napoleonic period, so much that I'm considering selling a few of my earlier "buy's"  |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 23, 2009 18:09:12 GMT
Since a few month's my "sword interest" has made a "curve" into the direction of"sabers" this is to say toward sabers of the Napoleonic period, so much that I'm considering selling a few of my earlier "buy's" Don't do it. There is a saying in the shooting community "never sell a good gun." Your interests may shift away, but they're changeable and will probably shift back again at least once. If you sell the old stuff to finance your current interests, you'll wind up spending more money later to buy replacements. If some of that old collection isn't up to your current standards, then sell those pieces, but always keep the good stuff. |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 24, 2009 7:12:53 GMT
That's exactly what I was planning to do ! with some pieces I will never part !!! ... Anyway thanks for the advice  Merry Xmas ! Hugh |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 24, 2009 20:46:58 GMT
The hilt on the thing looks rather like a small sword's hilt. It's a nice looking design over all -- do us a favor and review it!
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Post by Deleted on Dec 25, 2009 3:00:02 GMT
I reviewed the sword when I first purchased it a few years back. I honestly think I wrote a better review then than I could now as I was more active with the hobby and better up on some of the terminology. Here's the link /index.cgi?action=display&board=military&thread=3706&page=1#59767 |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 7, 2010 23:44:23 GMT
Out of curiosity, how has it held up over the years? Have you used the blade on anything at all? I've considered getting one, but one thread over at My Armoury has an owner of one of these stating his blade became loose and began to rotate in the hilt, which leads me to believe the hilt is hollow.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 8, 2010 2:19:47 GMT
Hey, Tibbs here
I just received the Windlass 1840 NCO sword and have done some small-sword sparring with it and the fittings are still tight, no twisting yet. If you're thinking about getting it I believe you would be quite happy with it. It is a fast little sword and for the price you really can't go wrong. I think I paid $92 including shipping from Kult of Athena. I'm hoping to do a review on it soon.
Have fun
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Post by Deleted on Jan 8, 2010 12:26:06 GMT
I too had planned a review; perhaps we shall compete for points then eh  Do you know if KoA takes PayPal? I keep forgetting to ask. M. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 8, 2010 23:01:18 GMT
The hilt is hollow. Mine came loose and started to twist after a little bit.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 9, 2010 1:48:07 GMT
Ah that's utter crap. There goes my desire to buy that piece!
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