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Post by Deleted on Jan 17, 2010 18:40:44 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Jan 17, 2010 21:28:23 GMT
I don't own that sword but it's considered one of the best you can buy. There's a review of it here, /index.cgi?board=swordreviews&action=display&thread=14244 I think you can't go wrong with that one but some people more knowledgeable will likely chime in here. As to the second question, sorry I don't have a clue where you'd find a Kung Fu uniform. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 17, 2010 21:41:15 GMT
For uniforms, try these folks www.martialartsmart.com/uniforms-kung-fu.htmlPrices are reasonable, customer service is good, and they ship quickly. However, Since you are in NewCumberland, PA try crossing the river to Harrisburg and going to Harrisburg Kung Fu on Progress Ave. They (or at least they used to) have supplies, as well as lessons in Pai Lum Kung Fu. Scott Rodell is currently the foremost authority on Chinese Sword Arts in the US. That's why we have all been awaiting his collaboration with CAS Hanwei on a sword design for quite some time now. From the reviews we have, it seems to be well worth the price. Jin-Shi only does customs now, but for very reasonable prices, and Garrett's customer service is reported to be top-notch. Garrett himself is a martial artist and takes great pride in producing quality goods for other martial art practitioners. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 18, 2010 1:42:14 GMT
"Since you are in NewCumberland, PA try crossing the river to Harrisburg and going to Harrisburg Kung Fu on Progress Ave. They (or at least they used to) have supplies, as well as lessons in Pai Lum Kung Fu." Yes we are very familair with them. but I think they only carry centary uniforms.."which i'm not fond of" So the sword to get is the www.sevenstarstrading.com/html/hanwei/cuttingjian.html ? Thanks:) P.S Where are you from? lol |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 18, 2010 2:30:22 GMT
It really depends on what you want.
The Rodell cutting jian is on the large side of jians, with 31" blade and almost 40" long. It does have the proper historical blade geometry however. Fittings are still but not really to my tastes, it has a resin handle.
if you're looking for a shorter jian or one with more historical fittings, I would suggest a Jin-Shi jian. Garrett is able to make it to ordered length with a variety of fittings available. The steel is good, and blade has a 'bit' of clamshell, but not much at this time. Costs vary according to fittings, choice of wood etc.
If you don't know what you want, my advice is to get a Jin-shi jian with 28-29" blade as that plays a little easier for beginners. If you don't mind the size, a Rodell cutting jian from Hanwei....Seven Stars Trading has them in stock.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 18, 2010 2:53:47 GMT
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Post by sicheah on Jan 18, 2010 3:10:16 GMT
Kinda misleading title because the King of Yue sword does not look like the real sword of Gou Jian: thomaschen.freewebspace.com/custom4.htmlThe jian you are interested is a historical reproduction of swords during warring periods (500BC). Speaking of great jian reproduction of this period, this one is pretty awesome: www.arscives.com/bladesign/kendall_ancientsword.htmI know Zhisword makes some really good katana. On the other hand, I've heard that their tang construction on their Chinese swords may be a little thin. Nevertheless they still make great display swords. For the same price I've got myself a Han dynasty jian from jin-shi.com with any dimension I like (folded sword is a little expensive though). Even though there are some minor fit and finish issue on my sword, it is definitely sturdy enough to to function as a decent sword. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 18, 2010 16:18:51 GMT
Blue Lotus, I currently live in Louisville, KY but I grew up in Harrisburg. My apologies about the address, It's Walnut St after it changes from State St before it meets Progress Ave and then tuns into Jonestown Rd. But you said you are familiar so no big deal. Try Martial Arts Mart for the uniforms though.
I second the opinion of the others about going for a Jin-Shi if you think the Hanwei Scott Rodell Jian would be a bit too long for you.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 18, 2010 21:17:45 GMT
I think the Hanwei Scott Rodell Jian would be perfect for me.
Thank you all for your help:)
I'm shure I will have more qustions to come...lol:)
Thanks.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 19, 2010 14:40:28 GMT
i have been looking at the review of the rodell jian. i have been anxious to get one. i really want to buy mine from swords.com for loyalty reasons. but after reading review... i am taken aback ny the resin handle. after a little research and a lot of thinking... i came to the conclusion that it is probably better than some of the handles coming out of china that are wooden, that arent made right. or i can always make my own wooden handle. my motto was always that the blade was most important, i can fix any thing else. from what i have read about the rodell, it sounds terrific.
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